Hearing Back from Firms + AC & Interview Tips Share - 2018 - 2019

[v123]

Sherman rejection after they've filled all their places on the schemes. Got the same message as last year: we liked your application so apply next year. Ah well!

Was this for the TC or VS?

 

[Fkj]

Hello everyone, I was just wondering if anyone has done the Baker McKenzie Video Interview and has any tips or can share what type of questions were asked?

 

[0603]

Hi, I have an assessment centre coming up and one of the tasks is a group exercise. I've never done a group interview before. Could anyone please share some tips and advice from their interview experience and any Dos and Don'ts. Thank you in advance!

 

[Alice G]

Hi, I have an assessment centre coming up and one of the tasks is a group exercise. I've never done a group interview before. Could anyone please share some tips and advice from their interview experience and any Dos and Don'ts. Thank you in advance!

Hi this isn’t necessarily an interview as such in my experience but more of a task in a group. They are assessing how well you work with other people which means striking a good balance between contribution and listening. It’s best to show that you can contribute sound ideas and explain them well and palatably. It’s also good to show attention to other and maybe invite people to say what they think about what you’ve said and demonstrate you’ve listened to any pointers people make. Really just be yourself but self aware and don’t be afraid to be the time keeper because time management is key and it’s good for someone to remind the group that you might need to round up a point and move on! Sorry this is quite basic but it’s my initials thoughts I’m sure somebody else can expand and give you some further advice (I’ve only done one group task so I’m not as experienced )

 

[v123]

Hey all! I posted elsewhere earlier but I'm attending the ACE (Acing Assessment Centres session) at BPP next week. You can get free tickets on Eventbrite. I can provide feedback for all following next Wednesday or I'm sure there are still tickets left online

 

[R97]

Would you recommend to call over email so ?

What did you say to the other firm ?

I would defo say call. It's easier to communicate your desire for the firm and convey your situation...

I didn't ask the other firm - I asked JD first...

 

[Hazal]

Was this for the TC or VS?

VS

 

[Amy1503]

I heard back from Dechert and it was a rejection... It was my first AC so regardless I'm happy about getting the experience. For my feedback call I was told I came across strong at interview for both motivation and the case study. It was the written exercise that got me. I overcomplicated my response so it wasn't clear. I'm disappointed but now I know what I need to work on for future ACs.

 

[Alice G]

I heard back from Dechert and it was a rejection... It was my first AC so regardless I'm happy about getting the experience. For my feedback call I was told I came across strong at interview for both motivation and the case study. It was the written exercise that got me. I overcomplicated my response so it wasn't clear. I'm disappointed but now I know what I need to work on for future ACs.

As disappointing as rejection is I think the partner interview is often the hardest so really well done for doing so well with that and have confidence in yourself for that, really. I did my First written exercise for Latham recently and had some advice since from Slaughter and May about this as I have another one coming up with them. The best thing is to use headings and write very simply and also ensure you assess all the options put to you. I said to myself I would read for 20-25 mins and spend the rest writing regardless of what I read to give myself time to write and re-read I hope this is slightly helpful and well done again because it sounds like you had a very successful first AC (far better than my first one!!)

 

[Amy1503]

As disappointing as rejection is I think the partner interview is often the hardest so really well done for doing so well with that and have confidence in yourself for that, really. I did my First written exercise for Latham recently and had some advice since from Slaughter and May about this as I have another one coming up with them. The best thing is to use headings and write very simply and also ensure you assess all the options put to you. I said to myself I would read for 20-25 mins and spend the rest writing regardless of what I read to give myself time to write and re-read I hope this is slightly helpful and well done again because it sounds like you had a very successful first AC (far better than my first one!!)

Thanks Alice and good luck with Slaughter and May!

 

[Alice G]

Thanks Alice and good luck with Slaughter and May!

I am so nervous as they are such a wonderful bunch of people but thank you so so much that’s really kind!

 

[0603]

Hi this isn’t necessarily an interview as such in my experience but more of a task in a group. They are assessing how well you work with other people which means striking a good balance between contribution and listening. It’s best to show that you can contribute sound ideas and explain them well and palatably. It’s also good to show attention to other and maybe invite people to say what they think about what you’ve said and demonstrate you’ve listened to any pointers people make. Really just be yourself but self aware and don’t be afraid to be the time keeper because time management is key and it’s good for someone to remind the group that you might need to round up a point and move on! Sorry this is quite basic but it’s my initials thoughts I’m sure somebody else can expand and give you some further advice (I’ve only done one group task so I’m not as experienced )

Hi Alice, thank you ! This was really helpful

 

[Alice G]

Hi Alice, thank you ! This was really helpful

I’m so glad, best of luck with any upcoming ACs

 

[Megannn]

Has anyone heard back from Kirkland after doing the VI? I did mine middle of Jan and haven't heard a thing. I'm assuming its a PFO but unsure whether to contact them

 

[TheCustardPants]

Has anyone done a Goodwin Procter interview? I have one coming up but nobody seems to have heard of the firm, nevermind interview for it!

 

[wwood]

I SCORED AN INTERVIEW AT CLEARY!!!! They didn't even send me a rejection email last year! THANK YOU JAYSEN FOR YOUR FORUM!!!!

Screwed up my Australian firm interview HAHA but oh well I learnt a lot!!! Gonna prepare like crazy this time!

 

[Alice G]

I SCORED AN INTERVIEW AT CLEARY!!!! They didn't even send me a rejection email last year! THANK YOU JAYSEN FOR YOUR FORUM!!!!

Screwed up my Australian firm interview HAHA but oh well I learnt a lot!!! Gonna prepare like crazy this time!

Great news!! All the very best

 

[datguyak]

Is it time to give up on Freshfields, having heard nothing post wg test?

 

[wwood]

Great news!! All the very best

Thank you! I'm so glad I stumbled upon this forum! Many of my classmates gave up on applying to these firms. Many thanks to Jaysen and the community!

 

[Jaysen]

I SCORED AN INTERVIEW AT CLEARY!!!! They didn't even send me a rejection email last year! THANK YOU JAYSEN FOR YOUR FORUM!!!!

Screwed up my Australian firm interview HAHA but oh well I learnt a lot!!! Gonna prepare like crazy this time!

Well done!