WIN: Lunch with Willkie Trainees!

15 Oct 2025 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm (UK) Zoom (registration required)

Put your knowledge of Willkie Farr & Gallagher to the test in this interactive quiz session. The winner will enjoy lunch with Willkie trainees!

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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Abbie Whitlock" data-source="post: 217606" data-attributes="member: 42112">Hi [USER=30665]@helloj[/USER] !!Congratulations on the assessment day invite - what an amazing achievement! 🥳I haven’t personally experienced the K&L Gates assessment day, so I can’t say for certain what you should expect. However, from what I understand, the K&L Gates direct TC assessment day includes the following:Critical Reasoning TestThis is usually similar to a Watson Glaser test - it assesses your ability to evaluate arguments, draw logical conclusions, and spot assumptions. To prepare, I would:<ol> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Practice WG-style questions online (I used JobTestPrep in the past!)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Focus on understanding why an answer is right or wrong - it’s about finding the logic in the answer</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Stay calm and read each question carefully - the exact wording matters a lot</li> </ol>Swift Analysis TestThis tends to be a fast paced task where you’re asked to absorb information quickly and answer questions under time pressure - often data or text heavy. To prepare, I would:<ol> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Practice timed verbal and numerical reasoning questions to improve your speed and accuracy</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Work on scanning techniques and quickly identifying key information</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Don’t panic if you can’t finish everything - accuracy is often more important than completing all the questions</li> </ol>Written ExerciseYou’ll likely be given a scenario or client-style problem and asked to draft something like an internal memo or client email. It’s testing your written communication, structure, and commercial awareness. To prepare, I would:<ol> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Practice writing short, clear emails or advice notes in response to fictional case studies</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Focus on being concise and logical - avoid legal jargon unless necessary, especially if it is for a client</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Pay attention to tone (especially if it is for a client) and make sure your answer has a clear structure</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Have a think about the skills trainees are expected to have and see if this can be incorporated. For example, I always tried to display proactiveness in an email by offering to draft the next step or research the topic further</li> </ol>Group ExerciseThis assesses teamwork, communication, and how you engage with others. You could potentially be given a scenario to discuss and may have to reach a decision as a group. To prepare, I would:<ol> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Practice speaking clearly and concisely in a group setting (you could practice with friends!)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Aim to contribute regularly, but also listen and encourage others - I would avoid being the quietest or the loudest (but I know this can be a tricky balance!)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Show logical thinking and build on others points where possible</li> </ol>Overall, try to stay calm, confident, and engaged throughout. They want to see your potential as a trainee - they won’t be expecting the finished product! Best of luck with your assessment day, and let us know if you have any other questions <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile    :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></blockquote>

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