Hey! I just received an email inviting me to do stage 2 of Latham’s online assessment. It starts “we are pleased to invite you…” but I literally just did stage 1 like 16 hours ago, with the application sent in on Saturday morning. Do we know if stage 2 is just automatic or if it’s somehow selective? Not wanting to seem pedantic, but knowing if I did something right on stage one/on the application can help hone my application strategy going forwards.
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
- Thread starter Ram Sabaratnam
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- Feb 17, 2018
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Hi all, I just finished the Latham & Watkins online assessment. I am very confused, as on their website it was said that there would be a short video interview after their SJT, but there was none. I ensured I answered all questions multiple times, and I have completed every section. I emailed recruitment just in case, but I am so worried right now,
The VI is stage 2 which comes with critical thinking questions. The SJT is the first stage and does not have any vi
Is the Skadden online open day automatic? There were no additional questions and they said invites would be sent on the 18th, just need to know so I can plan my week! Thank you
i applied to reed smith since october and i havent received anything since then, should i just conclude they will reject me? i have been seeing so many test and vi invites already 😔
They mentioned everyone would receive an invite to their open day
Hi all, currently working through the HFW vacation scheme application and was wondering how others are approaching the why HFW question in terms of how it differs from its competitors. Obviously, I am aware of their deep sector focus being at the centre of how they operate, but what is the best way to show in how this differs to its competitors like Reed Smith or Stephenson Harwood? For example, if I try emphasise HFW's culture of recruiting from a vast background of industries, Reed Smith typically have done the same thing. Or, is solely recognising how HFW's decision making such as offices in international shipping hubs, hirings or CSR reflects this sector first approach?
Any help would be much appreciated!
Rory.
Any help would be much appreciated!
Rory.
Attachment should be ideal - unless they specifically asked you not to.
HSF Kramer WVS! Thank you to @Abbie Whitlock @Andrei Radu for their posts- super, helpful, do you both have any advice for the scheme specifically?
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Hi!
I definitely wouldn't assume this is a rejection! The early careers team are extra busy due to reviewing applications alongside going to law fairs and events, and they are sending out test invites in batches. I would try not to worry too much - there's still quite a while before the deadline!
Guys I'm panicking after submitting my app to Mishcon. In the achievements section I included being presented an internal award but this was off the back of an unofficial 'demotion' to my old role as a team lead due to business needs. Feel like I am spiralling over it because I used the word demotion.
I framed it in a way that looks like I took this setback and made something out of it. Did I just make a faux pas using demotion as an example? I get it shows something negative but I tried framing it in a way that spins the negative into a positive and got recognition out of being adaptable. Help?
I framed it in a way that looks like I took this setback and made something out of it. Did I just make a faux pas using demotion as an example? I get it shows something negative but I tried framing it in a way that spins the negative into a positive and got recognition out of being adaptable. Help?
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