Hearing Back from Law Firms, Assessment Centres & Interview Tips - 2019 - 2020

[carmela]

Hey everyone,

I'm new to this and the UK law grad scheme in general background on me: I'm a career-changer from Canada.

I wanted to confirm: regardless of outcome, law firms will get back to you with a rejection or invitation, right?

I've not heard anything back yet whatsoever, but I assume I should just wait until I get rejected or invited? Let me know!

Also, kudos to all of you for being so supportive. The world needs that level of kindness and inclusivity so keep on it!

 

[ComplianceChange]

I was wondering if anyone has used Congrapps before and whether it is worth it? I don't want to waste any money.

Also has anyone bought WG tests online and would recommend any sites to do this from? I keep falling down at the WG stage so I think I need to buy some in order to practise.

I really like Jobtestprep for WG practice

 

[tractor12]

Hey everyone,

I'm new to this and the UK law grad scheme in general background on me: I'm a career-changer from Canada.

I wanted to confirm: regardless of outcome, law firms will get back to you with a rejection or invitation, right?

I've not heard anything back yet whatsoever, but I assume I should just wait until I get rejected or invited? Let me know!

Also, kudos to all of you for being so supportive. The world needs that level of kindness and inclusivity so keep on it!

Hey yes most, if not all firms, should get back to you!

 

[S30]

DLA Piper AC invite (finally)! But I have to attend the AC in their Manchester office? Has anyone else applied to London but had to go to Manchester?

Hi!
May I ask when you applied?

 

[JayB]

Hi!
May I ask when you applied?

I applied on 23rd October, completed the test on 1st November and heard back today.

 

[MVE49]

I wouldn’t waste my money on it considering that firms sometimes ask you to take the test again during the AC. For me it’s always a hit or miss, but I think it’s just part of the process. Wouldn’t risk it, no matter how frustrating

They’re talking about buying practice tests to improve, not buying answers.

 

[JayB]

Hey, yes its normal! they do AC's everywhere. I did mine in the London office but there were people applying for all the offices and I know the same goes for other offices. You will still be considered for the London internship even if you do your AC in the Manchester office

Thanks

 

[Deleted member 2707]

I was wondering for those who have done VI, do they typically ask 'why law' and 'why X firm' again? I have covered this in my cover letter so I'm unsure if they would ask about this. If they do, would it be okay to regurgitate what I wrote in my application or would I have to find some new reasons?

 

[Asmee DC]

Applying to Trowers & Hamlins and stuck on the "Who are our main competitors and specifically demonstrate how we differentiate from the firms you name" question. Any tips/suggestions on how to answer this question would be extremely appreciated!!

 

[xxk97DE]

They’re talking about buying practice tests to improve, not buying answers.

Yes, I was talking about practise tests to buy so that I can improve my overall score not buying actual answers haha

 

[Helena]

Don't use Congrapps, it is a waste of money. Some apps are very old and the app Q have changed.

I would agree entirely with this. Some of the ones I read were not up to standard. Don’t waste your money. You would be better getting an application review on TCLA and using this website to its full capacity.

 

[bethbristol]

I was wondering if anyone has used Congrapps before and whether it is worth it? I don't want to waste any money.

Also has anyone bought WG tests online and would recommend any sites to do this from? I keep falling down at the WG stage so I think I need to buy some in order to practise.

I don't know if you've tried it but the how2become critical thinking book from amazon (green one) is great. I bought it after @Alice G couldn't stop going on about it and I'm so glad she did . It explains how to do better in critical thinking so you can properly learn from your mistakes

 

[Alice G]

I don't know if you've tried it but the how2become critical thinking book from amazon (green one) is great. I bought it after @Alice G couldn't stop going on about it and I'm so glad she did . It explains how to do better in critical thinking so you can properly learn from your mistakes

I should really charge commission for this marketing

 

[Camilla]

DLA Piper AC invite (finally)! But I have to attend the AC in their Manchester office? Has anyone else applied to London but had to go to Manchester?

That's awesome!! Well done!

 

[Camilla]

Just got off the phone with Linklaters grad rec - I was successful at AC and will be on the Spring Vac Scheme! Totally unexpected as I really thought I didn't do very well at all last week

Congrats!!

 

[Lawyerwithadream]

I don't know if you've tried it but the how2become critical thinking book from amazon (green one) is great. I bought it after @Alice G couldn't stop going on about it and I'm so glad she did . It explains how to do better in critical thinking so you can properly learn from your mistakes

Who is the author please? Would like to purchase it.

 

[bethbristol]

Who is the author please? Would like to purchase it.

Critical Thinking Tests: Understanding Critical Thinking Skills, And How To Pass Critical Thinking Tests (Testing Series) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1911259377/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_QSXkEbTFRSGAY

Doesn’t have an author but here is the link

 

[George Rowe]

Hi everyone! Does anyone have any tips for WFW's AC? Thanks!

 

[Lawyerwithadream]

Critical Thinking Tests: Understanding Critical Thinking Skills, And How To Pass Critical Thinking Tests (Testing Series) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1911259377/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_QSXkEbTFRSGAY

Doesn’t have an author but here is the link

Thank you

 

[jan28]

Hi everyone! Does anyone have any tips for WFW's AC? Thanks!

Hey when did you send your VI if you don’t mind me asking?