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

[M0723]

Slightly frustrating that out of my two ACs over the last week, which were meant to accomodate for non-law students, both involved two case studies over contracts and in-depth discussion of clauses/indemnities etc.. I know some law will be involved, just feel that its a lot harder being non-law sometimes

lol was one of them the HSF one

 

[Sanah]

For anyone wondering, I applied to Jones Day on the 12th December, Academic Reference request on the 24th December [Referee Sent in on the 2nd January] and I got the interview offer today on the 21st January

hey when is your interview

 

[JayB]

if they have started giving out for summer they would have given out for spring already I think

Nope I don’t think that’s the case dude! Because, two of my friends applied to the summer scheme and were invited at the beginning of January, and I’m aware spring scheme they have just started to issue out ACs? So odd though I must say!

 

[Alice G]

is it for direct TC or summer VS?

Direct TC

 

[Sanah]

When is your interview I had one today

Congratulations on getting onto the interview. What questions were you asked? I’m thinking to apply for next year! Would really appreciate the feedback

 

[James Kitching]

Slightly frustrating that out of my two ACs over the last week, which were meant to accomodate for non-law students, both involved two case studies over contracts and in-depth discussion of clauses/indemnities etc.. I know some law will be involved, just feel that its a lot harder being non-law sometimes

I feel exactly the same, I’m a penultimate year biochemist and managed to get an AC with HSF, was really passionate about working for a prestigious firm with a strong pharmaceutical IP team, got rejected because I wasn’t as strong on clauses and economical impacts of the contract. Beyond gutted, as I know I’d of worked my heart off to understand it should I of known.

 

[Alice G]

I feel exactly the same, I’m a penultimate year biochemist and managed to get an AC with HSF, was really passionate about working for a prestigious firm with a strong pharmaceutical IP team, got rejected because I wasn’t as strong on clauses and economical impacts of the contract. Beyond gutted, as I know I’d of worked my heart off to understand it should I of known.

The HSF case study is really tough and their whole assessment day is actually very tricky I think so please don’t feel down about it just try to reflect and take it forwards. Loads of firms have strong pharma and IP practices such as A&O and Bird & Bird and Kirkland is fab for pharma too so they’re not the be all and end all even though I appreciate a firm can make you feel that way when you’re really invested with them emotionally. Wishing you well and please reach out if you want to speak to someone as I empathise entirely with the upset as I was very keen on them too

 

[Sanah]

PMd you Paige

I agree I could do with some tips too!

 

[Eamon]

Has anyone heard back regarding the linklaters summer vac scheme? Seen lots of people hearing replies for direct tc and spring, but not much about summer?

 

[ithw3064]

I feel exactly the same, I’m a penultimate year biochemist and managed to get an AC with HSF, was really passionate about working for a prestigious firm with a strong pharmaceutical IP team, got rejected because I wasn’t as strong on clauses and economical impacts of the contract. Beyond gutted, as I know I’d of worked my heart off to understand it should I of known.

I completely agree about HSF! Had the same issue as I did the AC when I was a third year English student....I remember them asking me “is this legally binding” and of course I didn’t have a clue back then. Totally sympathise!

 

[Shane]

Same the silence is frustrating lol!

Yeah, I applied in October so hoping for a response soon !

 

[James Kitching]

The HSF case study is really tough and their whole assessment day is actually very tricky I think so please don’t feel down about it just try to reflect and take it forwards. Loads of firms have strong pharma and IP practices such as A&O and Bird & Bird and Kirkland is fab for pharma too so they’re not the be all and end all even though I appreciate a firm can make you feel that way when you’re really invested with them emotionally. Wishing you well and please reach out if you want to speak to someone as I empathise entirely with the upset as I was very keen on them too

Thank you

 

[Ifmhouse4]

Hey, yeah I have. I believe it is the last stage before AC.

Thanks so much for that! fingers crossed then.

 

[Ifmhouse4]

Anyone know if Reed Smith reviews the SST before they send the research questions?

I believe they do! It is the second stage of the application process. Although not 100% sure!

 

[W]

Nope

Anyone heard back from Ashurst (direct TC)?

nope lol

 

[mserwaah1]

Slightly frustrating that out of my two ACs over the last week, which were meant to accomodate for non-law students, both involved two case studies over contracts and in-depth discussion of clauses/indemnities etc.. I know some law will be involved, just feel that its a lot harder being non-law sometimes

so sorry to hear this... can i ask what firm this was for? I'm in the same boat

 

[Camilla]

Congrats guys, when did you apply?

29th November

 

[Camilla]

Really well deserved, congratulations!

Thanks Jaysen!

 

[Serah O]

Two amazing news today! Got through to White & Case VI and received an invite to Macfarlanes' AC. This would be my 2nd AC this year. I'm so happy because I've never had more than one AC in a recruitment cycle before!
Massive thank you to Jaysen for reviewing my application.

 

[Camilla]

Never been so shocked at an AC invite but I got Linklaters!

Yayyyy!!! Well done!!!!