TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

[Tintin06]

Withers PFO. I now feel maybe it's better not to apply for DTC with no legal experience? Confused again.

It's hard to get legal experience. I wouldn't be completely discouraged, honestly. Still, checking with firms should help.

 

[futuretraineesolicitor]

Bm test for direct tc

 

[Chris Brown]

Both myself and Breezy have just received the online test invite for Baker McKenzie DTC.

Does anyone know whether the VI is part of the online test or if it’s a separate stage?​

 

[futuretraineesolicitor]

Both myself and Breezy have just received the online test invite for Baker McKenzie DTC.

Does anyone know whether the VI is part of the online test or if it’s a separate stage?​

Vi is separate

 

[andrecsaa]

Hey, thanks!

I applied on 24 Feb, progressed to the test the next day (still not sure whether it’s automatic or not) took it on 26 Feb

Not automatic. I applied on 22 Dec, and I have never received the test. Today I got the pfo email

 

[Jay29]

no not yet- does anyone know what time in April Baker McKenzie sends out their online assessments to successful applicants?

Just got mine today

 

[A worried graduate]

If anyone hears back from Shoosmiths post test please could you share

Shoosmiths like to send everyone their verdict within 30 mins of each other.

Usually at 4pm or so on the day they give you.

 

[jacksollaf]

I know they said within two weeks and it's only been one week, but I just can't wait anymore 😂 Did anyone hear back from King & Spalding post-AC?

 

[Tintin06]

I know they said within two weeks and it's only been one week, but I just can't wait anymore 😂 Did anyone hear back from King & Spalding post-AC?

How did you find the AC? And don’t say “using Google Maps”! Where else are you applying to?

 

[User5678]

Kingsley Napley holding email - must say they’re very well organised and quick!

 

[gazdgazd11]

Anyone Heard back from CRS Direct TC?

 

[lawstudent272003]

Hi If anyone has any advice/knowledge about the IM Insight day and final interview please pm me x

 

[jy1041405]

Kingsley Napley holding email - must say they’re very well organised and quick!

They are unbelievably quick at reviewing applications! I wonder if they got fewer applications this year?

 

[Gin]

Sorry about this . If you don’t mind me asking when did u do the test?

On your point, I think it depends from firm to firm and loads of people progress without any legal experience in some firms and some firms may require legal experience! It’s worth a shot to apply anyways.

Applied on 31st March and test done on 7th April. My top strengths are Incisive and Explainer but probably not the ones the firm is looking for. I have no idea but since I won't have chance to apply for this firm again I'll just let it be 😭.

 

[User5678]

They are unbelievably quick at reviewing applications! I wonder if they got fewer applications this year?

I think they were reviewing applications as they were coming in but didn’t make any final decisions until deadline day to give all applicants a chance before shortlisting but I also hope they didn’t get too many apps😂

 

[User5678]

Applied on 31st March and test done on 7th April. My top strengths are Incisive and Explainer but probably not the ones the firm is looking for. I have no idea but since I won't have chance to apply for this firm again I'll just let it be 😭.

ahh I’m sorry

Wait, you can’t apply to withers again if they reject you in a cycle or is it more like an unsaid fact?

I did the test on 3rd march and haven’t heard back, expecting a pfo soon I guess
I got -
Strengths - relationship builder and explainer
Weakness - initiative

 

[Gin]

ahh I’m sorry

Wait, you can’t apply to withers again if they reject you in a cycle or is it more like an unsaid fact?

I did the test on 3rd march and haven’t heard back, expecting a pfo soon I guess
I got -
Strengths - relationship builder and explainer
Weakness - initiative

No I said I won't have chance bc of my personal situation, not the firm.
I think it's a good sign that you haven’t received anything yet! Good luck. Wish you get invited to the AC!

 

[Gin]

Guys guys, I'm just curious, does anyone know how long the assessment centre at Shoosmiths lasts? Like at what time does it start and when does it end?

 

[User5678]

Guys guys, I'm just curious, does anyone know how long the assessment centre at Shoosmiths lasts? Like at what time does it start and when does it end?

Our assessment centre consists of five components: a written exercise, a small group task, a large group task, an oral presentation, and an interview.

It’s gonna be half day - 5 to 6 hours I guess. Not sure about start and end time but should be around 10ish to 4-5ish including a lunch break or something

 

[Gin]

Our assessment centre consists of five components: a written exercise, a small group task, a large group task, an oral presentation, and an interview.

It’s gonna be half day - 5 to 6 hours I guess. Not sure about start and end time but should be around 10ish to 4-5ish including a lunch break or something

Thank you! That's annoying cuz I just realised have a flight at 4pm on the same day😭. Not hoping for AC invite then.