Thank you so much!Hiya @addy2004
This can be a really common question in law firm interviews, and it's good you're thinking about itI think the key here is to demonstrate that you have a practical and realistic understanding of career progression for commercial lawyers, while showing ambition and engagement with the profession. I've generally seen successful applicants mention a number of different themes here, usually 2-3 of those mentioned below.
One strong area to focus on is where you see yourself in terms of practice area/department. It could be worth mentioning a particular team or practice area that interests you as a potential qualification destination, explaining why that practice is compelling. At the same time, I'd also briefly mention/show openness to exploring different seats and recognising that your interests may evolve during training contract. I think this approach balances enthusiasm for particular areas of work and also adaptability.
Another point you might consider is your involvement in the firm beyond client work. Many candidates mention an interest in helping mentor and support more junior lawyers, including future trainees. Mentioning these sort of things can signal your commitment to a long-term investment in the firm’s culture, a sense of teamwork, and professional development. It also allows you to highlight that you're aware that you'll have some experience by that point which can be valuable to those who are less further along their careers.
These are just some suggestions, but again the key point is to ensure that any points you mention should be realistic and demonstrate an understanding of firms and the typical career path for junior lawyers. Hope this helps and good luck with any interviews/applications you have on at the moment!
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Me too, it seems as though people have heard back for interviews already.
They just responded to my email with the exact same copied and pasted response as i got in jan saying recruitment process is still ongoing and we will hear back in due course. I dont get why they cant be a bit more human and transparent if we explicitly know people have already received offers
The test was next stage, I think they're giving out interviews now...
Omg, I thought I was the only one who thought that in relation to numerical ques. I had a similar score too 27/36, hopefully we meet the benchmark!!
They haven’t even responded to me post Watson Glaser😭 I have given up atp
@Chris Brown just wanted to say that we are all so happy for you and you’re such an amazing and helpful person wish you the best and hope you smash that ac and get an offer!!
wish you the best and hope you smash that ac and get an offer!!Hi, has anyone done the Forsters AC? I'd be more than happy to trade insights for the Mills & Reeve, Weil, Milbank, and White & Case AC!
Hi everyone! I've been a forum reader for a while now but finally decided to make a profile and contribute I have a Cleary AC and Sidley Austin final stage interview coming up, if anyone has done them and have any insights/ advice I would so greatly appreciate that!!
I have a Cleary AC and Sidley Austin final stage interview coming up, if anyone has done them and have any insights/ advice I would so greatly appreciate that!!For the people who've heard back from Sidley, did you apply to the Spring or Summer intakes (or both)?
Omg wow well done!! Please could I ask when you applied/heard back from Cleary?Hi everyone! I've been a forum reader for a while now but finally decided to make a profile and contribute
Gowling AC rejection and expecting Mills & Reeve rejection soon! If anyone hears back from M&R let me know too!
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