TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

[TC_or_not_TC]

Has anyone received any confirmation/ automated feedback after Kingley Napley's test?

 

[AnAnonymousDuck]

Does anyone here have any insight at all on the King & Spalding final panel partner interview round? I feel like ive explored every bit of the internet and can barely find anything at all

 

[Gin]

It really doesn't matter what the extracurricular activity is - what you need to demonstrate from the extracurriculars you do are commitment/dedication, having impact within them and transferable skills gained. But whether it is sports, arts, volunteering, faith/politics, academic/intellectual, community-led, or something just fun, it really doesn't matter - I have seen ultimate frisbee and cheerleading to be as (and sometimes more) impressive as "traditional" extracurriculars like mooting and writing for legal journals.

You definitely don't need a summer internship in banking, consulting or financial services. If anything such roles could bring into question why you want a career in law. It is not that they should be avoided, but they aren't going to automatically make your application stronger.

It doesn't matter if your work experience is in the UK or not. However, if your experience is predominately outside of the UK, I would recommend weaving in "why commercial law in the UK specifically" into your motivational answers in applications and interviews.

You don't need anything unique at the same time. Lots of people have very "traditional" profiles that are very similar from candidate to candidate. Its really about highlighting your individual impact and success in your activities as this is what makes you unique.

I see! Thank you Jessica that's very helpful!

 

[User5678]

Has anyone received any confirmation/ automated feedback after Kingley Napley's test?

Hi, how long did it take to receive this. I gave the test two hours back but didn’t automatically get a report until now!

 

[norothrow324]

From ashurst (received automatically)

We are writing to you with an update on your application for our Direct Training Contract 2027/2028. Our application process closed on Friday, 28 March at 12.00 pm and our team are now reviewing all applications. We aim to contact all candidates by Friday, 06 June 2025 at the latest to give an update on your application progress.

 

[Meghna]

Hi everyone,
I have been invited to a final interview with Harbottle and Lewis for a TC and would appreciate any advice on how to prepare. It is a 1 hour interview with 2 partners.

 

[desperateTCseeker1998]

From ashurst (received automatically)

We are writing to you with an update on your application for our Direct Training Contract 2027/2028. Our application process closed on Friday, 28 March at 12.00 pm and our team are now reviewing all applications. We aim to contact all candidates by Friday, 06 June 2025 at the latest to give an update on your application progress.

Ashurst always do this and it always makes my heart jump when I get the email ffs haha

 

[James Wakefield]

Ashurst always do this and it always makes my heart jump when I get the email ffs haha

I assume it’s a ‘stop emailing us for updates’ email but successful candidates will hear soon?

 

[spamelinazoid]

Safe to assume PFO from HL if I havent heard anything yet?

 

[Chris Brown]

Ashurst always do this and it always makes my heart jump when I get the email ffs haha

I assume it’s a ‘stop emailing us for updates’ email but successful candidates will hear soon?

I can only speak from my experience having applied for the WVS, but usually the date they give is the day they send out their PFOs. 🥲

Since the deadline was 3+ weeks ago, I think they have finished reviewing applications now and will begin inviting to next stages. 🙂

Best of luck to everyone who has applied to Ashurst for their DTC. I hope you guys all hear back with positive news soon. 😅​

 

[RaniaH062002]

From ashurst (received automatically)

We are writing to you with an update on your application for our Direct Training Contract 2027/2028. Our application process closed on Friday, 28 March at 12.00 pm and our team are now reviewing all applications. We aim to contact all candidates by Friday, 06 June 2025 at the latest to give an update on your application progress.

Nearly had a heart attack when I first got the notification email (thought it was an update to the app) 😭

 

[MaryAra299]

Can anyone who has taken the BCLP online exams confirm how it is like? It has situational strengths test, critical and verbal reasoning that I know, but who is the provider? Is it cappfinity or Watson glasser or something else? Plus is there a video element or numerical reasoning as well?

 

[Boating]

Any insights into the K&S final partner interview please DM, i can give insights into a whole bunch of firms!

 

[fairbourne]

Does anyone have any insights into GT's final stage assessment centre? thanks very much!

 

[User5678]

Hi all, how much time did it take to get a feedback report from Kingsley napley post test? I gave the test last night but haven’t received a report!

 

[Babablacksheep]

Anyone have any insights on the Charles Russel Speechleys DTC AC?

 

[fairbourne]

does anyone have insights into the faegre drinker VI interview? thanks very much!

 

[MaryAra299]

I think the test is a mix of situational judgment questions, verbal and critical reasoning (e.g., Watson Glaser) and numerical reasoning style questions. I don’t think there is a VI element as part of the test but they do have a VI stage. It’s a live interview with HR so not a pre-recorded one. I’m not sure if it’s Cappfinity. It just said it was their bespoke online test. Best of luck with your BCLP application. 🙂​

Thank you! I just hate it when they include numerical element in the test as well. How long was the numerical element and how long long did it take you to complete the entire online assessment?

 

[Mug Fan]

Thank you! I just hate it when they include numerical element in the test as well. How long was the numerical element and how long long did it take you to complete the entire online assessment?

I remember it being tough, but not the worst (Reed Smith’s was the worst). There was no VI and I don’t remember there being much in the way of maths questions, compared to other tests anyway. I sat it before Xmas so hard to remember exactly.

 

[Raspberry44]

Anyone have any insights on the Charles Russel Speechleys DTC AC?

Have you heard back? If so congratulations!