TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

[ilovegardening1111]

hi did anyone who applied to the Pinsent masons TC just get an email from them asking you to provide SQE details

 

[Smart water 0403]

hi did anyone who applied to the Pinsent masons TC just get an email from them asking you to provide SQE details

yes- however, when i click 'no' the page just resets and nothing happens. Is this happening to you as well?

 

[ke.nabbk26]

yes- however, when i click 'no' the page just resets and nothing happens. Is this happening to you as well?

Same here. Probably an error in their system. I will try again later.

 

[Samridhi Jain]

For CMS, how long does it take for them to send the video interview invite after you have applied?

 

[Deleted member 37508]

For CMS, how long does it take for them to send the video interview invite after you have applied?

After the deadline

 

[Tintin06]

I'm starting to think my grades are the reason I'm struggling to secure a TC. I have a (low/mid) 2.1 from UCL, but then I only have a pass (unfortunately resits too) in my LPC (59%) due to mitigating circumstances. What law firms tend to be less grade-focused? I know some smaller ones that are, but are there any leading ones that are known to be more chill? thanks!

I got 62.5% in my degree. It's just one data point, ultimately. Experience is what counts for more.

 

[Deleted member 37508]

I got 62.5% in my degree. It's just one data point, ultimately. Experience is what counts for more.

Did they not round it to 63% as it’s .5 and not .4

 

[Tintin06]

Did they not round it to 63% as it’s .5 and not .4

No, despite it being 62.57%

 

[Samridhi Jain]

For the Allen & Overy Shearman application, I applied last year and my SJT mail reads:

"Thank you for taking the time to apply and complete the interactive assessment. We hope that it has given you an insight into the working environment and types of situations you may encounter as a trainee lawyer at Allen & Overy.

Our team is now reviewing your application and you should expect to hear an outcome from us as soon as possible."

I read across the forums that passing the SJT in one cycle and using the same email for the next cycle would use the same score. Is that still true? and does the above email mean I passed the SJT? It does not clearly specify the same and I want to be sure before I submit my app. @Jessica Booker

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

For the Allen & Overy Shearman application, I applied last year and my SJT mail reads:

"Thank you for taking the time to apply and complete the interactive assessment. We hope that it has given you an insight into the working environment and types of situations you may encounter as a trainee lawyer at Allen & Overy.

Our team is now reviewing your application and you should expect to hear an outcome from us as soon as possible."

I read across the forums that passing the SJT in one cycle and using the same email for the next cycle would use the same score. Is that still true? and does the above email mean I passed the SJT? It does not clearly specify the same and I want to be sure before I submit my app. @Jessica Booker

I don’t know the specifics of this, so cannot advise.

 

[RSK]

For the Allen & Overy Shearman application, I applied last year and my SJT mail reads:

"Thank you for taking the time to apply and complete the interactive assessment. We hope that it has given you an insight into the working environment and types of situations you may encounter as a trainee lawyer at Allen & Overy.

Our team is now reviewing your application and you should expect to hear an outcome from us as soon as possible."

I read across the forums that passing the SJT in one cycle and using the same email for the next cycle would use the same score. Is that still true? and does the above email mean I passed the SJT? It does not clearly specify the same and I want to be sure before I submit my app. @Jessica Booker

Hey, A&O Shearman don't tell you if you've passed the benchmark for their test, they only tell you if your application has been progressed to AC. based on my experience with them, the email you received simply means they're reviewing your app, but doesn't mention that you've met their benchmark. Hope that helps!

 

[legaldesp]

did anybody apply for a&o shearman over the weekend and get the SJT link emailed to them? or will we have to wait till tomorrow to get those

 

[legaldesp]

did anybody apply for a&o shearman over the weekend and get the SJT link emailed to them? or will we have to wait till tomorrow to get those

nevermind im a clown and was checking the wrong email

 

[Samridhi Jain]

nevermind im a clown and was checking the wrong email

you got the email to do the SJT immediately, correct?

 

[legaldesp]

you got the email to do the SJT immediately, correct?

yes

 

[gazdgazd11]

anyone know how to put education details in kennedys TC app? It only asks for course and result, doesn’t require module breakdown it seems? Do I just put in 2.1 or do I paste a list of my modules and grades in the result space?

 

[legaldesp]

for the A&O Shearman SJT + video q, does the test allow you to navigate back and forth with the test? I.e can i complete all the non-video components first and then answer the video qs after or is that not possible? does the test also allow you to retake your answer?

 

[Aspiringsolicitor01]

Anyone else get a holding email from Deloitte saying they’ll hear in a week or 2 re the job simulation? Anyone had an AC invite already?

 

[give.me.a.tc]

for the A&O Shearman SJT + video q, does the test allow you to navigate back and forth with the test? I.e can i complete all the non-video components first and then answer the video qs after or is that not possible? does the test also allow you to retake your answer?

No

 

[Ysp2004]

Legend. Thanks for all your help today!

Hey, have you taken you SJT and VI for AO yet? If so, do you mind sharing how it went for you and whether they responded immediately?