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

[Jaysen]

Just need to get this out there - I received a rejection from NRF for their Summer VS which was my last hope this cycle. I don't want to dump my sadness into the thread with the amount of positive news people got today, but I feel that I am left with an empty tank and a bit unsure where to go after this. I am sure I will be fine eventually but just feeling really down that I haven't managed to see any real progress with my applications or success in the process for 3 years. I genuinely feel like I can't take many more of these setbacks so I am just gonna have to go over my options this weekend. I really didn't expect this cycle to end for me so abruptly but I appreciate the continued support in this amazing forum. I just hope maybe one day I can also share some good news as I have been working at this for a long time now. Of course, I never expected to grasp it instantly but as life goes on, it is hard to not to doubt my ability or motivation for the career I had set my sights on. I am really glad that so many of you have achieved great things this cycle and to those of you still waiting or in a similar situation I will say this - whatever stage you have achieved up to, you didn't get this far to only go this far! So I am sure it is only a matter of when rather than if! If anyone has any advice or can help me weigh up my options over this weekend or whoever you have any spare time I would be forever grateful.

You definitely shouldn’t feel bad for not being able to post good news. It’s amazing seeing all the successful candidates in this thread but it’s also worth noting that there are so many more who are having a tough time. I say this a lot but this process is really really hard and can take a toll on your self confidence, especially when it seems like everyone else is getting offers. You should be proud for making it this far.

Happy to take a look at a recent application/your profile if it would help - feel free to PM me.

 

[Jaysen]

I don’t post on here often but I cannot believe I have just got my first vacation scheme offer! I cannot believe it and I cannot breathe!

I cannot thank you all enough for all your help and input on this forum! Thank you Jaysen for creating such an amazing platform with so many amazing resources!

I am not going to put the firm as I know there maybe many waiting to hear back and might feel more worried. Good luck everyone!

Fantastic news, well done!

 

[Jade]

Did anyone hear from Vinson Elkins post VI?

 

[theTC_girl]

Has anybody else been totally ghosted by Addleshaw Goddard post-application? I was having trouble receiving any emails from the portal so tried emailing them about that and still received nothing.

Same here!

 

[theTC_girl]

I think blind CV just means they don't see your name, grades and uni. Not necessarily your cover letter and the answer to the questions.

Which firm is this for please?

 

[Tavistocksfinest]

Still waiting for Hogan Lovells post-WG for VS/TC (took on 10th Jan) and Simmons & Simmons post-tests (took on 23rd Jan)
Gave up hope a little while ago but is anybody else still waiting for these?

 

[Jen E C]

Which firm is this for please?

White & Case. But many firms now operate on a 'blind-CV' basis so is likely applicable to them as well.

 

[M777]

Did anyone hear from Vinson Elkins post VI?

Still waiting

 

[Dos]

I got a WG invite for Norton Rose (Summer Vac)

They only gave me 2 days to complete it

People said on this thread they were rejected because NRF filled their places for summer vac, although, I wonder, if the WG is automated? Confused because of what others have said.

EDIT: Just read the email again, it said I passed initial screening!

 

[Aurochschiette]

I got a WG invite for Norton Rose (Summer Vac)

They only gave me 2 days to complete it

People said on this thread they were rejected because NRF filled their places for summer vac, although, I wonder, if the WG is automated? Confused because of what others have said.

EDIT: Just read the email again, it said I passed initial screening!

It's not automatic, so congrats!

The turnaround time for the WG is normal. Similar turnaround times for phone interview invites and ACs as well. It all moves quickly, so best of luck!

 

[SG]

Has anyone heard back from Bakers post-VI for summer VS?

 

[Dos]

It's not automatic, so congrats!

The turnaround time for the WG is normal. Similar turnaround times for phone interview invites and ACs as well. It all moves quickly, so best of luck!

Thanks!

I've had other firms offer me WG and for 5-7 days so this really struck me

 

[Aurochschiette]

Thanks!

I've had other firms offer me WG and for 5-7 days so this really struck me

Yea, that's the standard one and it's often true for firms that send an automatic WG. Since NRF review apps before the WG invite, it's a quicker turnaround. Plus, you have the added confidence from knowing your application was already assessed and progressed. At this point, the ball is in your court. Go get that vac scheme!

 

[003]

Has anyone heard back from Bakers post-VI for summer VS?

How did your VI go? I know they use a bank of questions but did you have any curve ball questions?

 

[Rfn38]

Anyone have any tips for Taylor Vinters AC?

 

[SG]

How did your VI go? I know they use a bank of questions but did you have any curve ball questions?

I don't think it went particularly well, and no I don't think I had a curve ball question. Did you do it too?

 

[003]

I don't think it went particularly well, and no I don't think I had a curve ball question. Did you do it too?

Ah ok thanks, best of luck with hearing back. I'm going to get it done this weekend. I know it said they'd be assessed on a rolling basis but I haven't seen anyone having an AC date yet for summer.

 

[SG]

Ah ok thanks, best of luck with hearing back. I'm going to get it done this weekend. I know it said they'd be assessed on a rolling basis but I haven't seen anyone having an AC date yet for summer.

Thank you, best of luck to you too!!

 

[epwz98]

Hey all,

I've been getting a few questions on the Bakers VI, so I thought I'd share what I can remember of my experiences here! It's been awhile since I've done my VI, but I'll try to give you as much information as possible.

Expect the usual motivation/competency questions (give me an example why.. why Baker..etc). Importantly, there are 2 random situation questions, and from my experience talking to friends, they can be quite different and are hard to predict, so I can't give you much advice on that, except just be prepared!

I hope this helps!

 

[SG]

Hey all,

I've been getting a few questions on the Bakers VI, so I thought I'd share what I can remember of my experiences here! It's been awhile since I've done my VI, but I'll try to give you as much information as possible.

Expect the usual motivation/competency questions (give me an example why.. why Baker..etc). Importantly, there are 2 random situation questions, and from my experience talking to friends, they can be quite different and are hard to predict, so I can't give you much advice on that, except just be prepared!

I hope this helps!

Just to add to this, I didn’t receive those 2
random questions, so I think they use a bank of questions and therefore the type of questions you get might be very different! I had a commercial awareness question at the end, for example