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

[Anjeri]

Hey guys. Can anyone please tell me how long it took to hear back after the White & Case video interview? Many thanks in advance

Hi. Did mine on Sunday and heard back today.

 

[EZ_D]

Hi. Just wondering if I am supposed to receive a confirmation email from Freshfields after submitting an application? Many thanks !

 

[TTD20]

Does anyone have any advice for CRS video interview ? Thanks !

 

[Fez]

Hi. Did mine on Sunday and heard back today.

Thanks ! Best of luck !

 

[FutureCity]

no

Anyone heard anything from Gateley?

nope, haven't heard anything yet.

 

[Alice G]

Has anyone read any good books recently or listened to any podcasts that are especially good for debates surrounding current affairs or sort of big overarching ideas that are current? Just been thinking how I can best prepare for an article discussion and figured this might be a decent approach alongside my general news reading etc

 

[Hope3345]

Hi all I need some advice asap if that's ok. I've got an AC this morning and its all day, with an interview first thing. I did loads of prep and went to bed at 10pm to get enough sleep, only to be kept awake by racing thoughts and anxiety until 3am for a 6am wake up.

Should I mention my sleep deprivation at all? I feel like crying and I'm completely unable to think and I keep losing words even talking to my mum on the phone.

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

Has anyone read any good books recently or listened to any podcasts that are especially good for debates surrounding current affairs or sort of big overarching ideas that are current? Just been thinking how I can best prepare for an article discussion and figured this might be a decent approach alongside my general news reading etc

I don’t think that’s really a good way to prepare to be honest. The article could be about anything, so all you are doing is just shooting blindly into the air.

If anything start to read newspaper articles from something like the Financial Times or Economist and start to analyse them. Pull them apart, think about how things link into them.

fhat will prepare you for the process of the assessment rather than hoping you hit lucky with a topic

 

[Helena]

Hi all I need some advice asap if that's ok. I've got an AC this morning and its all day, with an interview first thing. I did loads of prep and went to bed at 10pm to get enough sleep, only to be kept awake by racing thoughts and anxiety until 3am for a 6am wake up.

Should I mention my sleep deprivation at all? I feel like crying and I'm completely unable to think and I keep losing words even talking to my mum on the phone.

I wouldn’t mention your sleep depravation personally. You need to calm your nerves and remember how far you have come. You’ve got to the AC and you have as much chance as any other candidate. Take stock of that. Perhaps get to your destination in good time and have a walk in the fresh air before you go in. Think positively about yourself. Smile and believe in your abilities. Good luck.

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

Hi all I need some advice asap if that's ok. I've got an AC this morning and its all day, with an interview first thing. I did loads of prep and went to bed at 10pm to get enough sleep, only to be kept awake by racing thoughts and anxiety until 3am for a 6am wake up.

Should I mention my sleep deprivation at all? I feel like crying and I'm completely unable to think and I keep losing words even talking to my mum on the phone.

Hi all I need some advice asap if that's ok. I've got an AC this morning and its all day, with an interview first thing. I did loads of prep and went to bed at 10pm to get enough sleep, only to be kept awake by racing thoughts and anxiety until 3am for a 6am wake up.

Should I mention my sleep deprivation at all? I feel like crying and I'm completely unable to think and I keep losing words even talking to my mum on the phone.

you can mention it but to be honest there is little a firm can do to compensate for it/take it into account. Try and nap or just completely switch off between now and your AC starting and then make sure you drink loads of caffeine (unless you are adverse to it) make sure you keep your sugar levels up and drink loads of water.

 

[Bugsy Malone]

WFW rejection post ac, bit gutted as it was my only ac invite this cycle but I learnt a lot and the feedback will be helpful. I’m still waiting to hear from Simmons and Mishcon but feels a bit late for those now so will start on direct tc apps, onwards and upwards!

 

[Jaysen]

Hi all I need some advice asap if that's ok. I've got an AC this morning and its all day, with an interview first thing. I did loads of prep and went to bed at 10pm to get enough sleep, only to be kept awake by racing thoughts and anxiety until 3am for a 6am wake up.

Should I mention my sleep deprivation at all? I feel like crying and I'm completely unable to think and I keep losing words even talking to my mum on the phone.

Really sorry to hear this, that must be stressful. If you’re still having a hard time by the time you get there (you might be surprised by how much the adrenaline wakes you up), I think you can be honest and explain the situation but that you’re going to give it your best shot.

 

[jan28]

Hi all I need some advice asap if that's ok. I've got an AC this morning and its all day, with an interview first thing. I did loads of prep and went to bed at 10pm to get enough sleep, only to be kept awake by racing thoughts and anxiety until 3am for a 6am wake up.

Should I mention my sleep deprivation at all? I feel like crying and I'm completely unable to think and I keep losing words even talking to my mum on the phone.

100% been in your position so I know how you're feeling. Wishing you allllll the very best for the AC. You got this!!

 

[NadineBusty]

WFW rejection post ac, bit gutted as it was my only ac invite this cycle but I learnt a lot and the feedback will be helpful. I’m still waiting to hear from Simmons and Mishcon but feels a bit late for those now so will start on direct tc apps, onwards and upwards!

I am so sorry to hear this, Flora. I kept my fingers crossed for you.

 

[Bugsy Malone]

I am so sorry to hear this, Flora. I kept my fingers crossed for you.

Thank you

 

[Harvey]

Hi all I need some advice asap if that's ok. I've got an AC this morning and its all day, with an interview first thing. I did loads of prep and went to bed at 10pm to get enough sleep, only to be kept awake by racing thoughts and anxiety until 3am for a 6am wake up.

Should I mention my sleep deprivation at all? I feel like crying and I'm completely unable to think and I keep losing words even talking to my mum on the phone.

Look at the bright side, you managed to squeeze in an extra 5 hours of preparation!

 

[SaulGoodman]

Hey everyone,

Does anyone have any advice on the Penningtons AC, I have mine next week and haven’t heard anything about what it encompasses. I know this is their last AC, so does anyone who has had the AC have any advice please?

Thank you!!

How do you know this is their last AC?

 

[SRW]

Does anyone have any advice for CRS video interview ? Thanks !

Well done! When did you hear back may I ask?

 

[walruswalrus]

Anyone been placed on a reserve list for a VS before? Assuming my chances from now are slim, but would be interested to know if there are any people who actually got a place after people dropped out.

 

[Ayo Babatunde]

Rejection from DWF post VI.....gutted