HL have this question as one of their core questions: 'Tell us about any open days and events that you have attended in the legal sector'. (250 words!)
Do they want to know what you've learned from these events? Does it matter what kind of events they are?
According to this (https://www.chambersstudent.co.uk/latham-watkins/true-picture/234/1##bonus), no - but they have recruited on a rolling basis in previous years.
I would take the skills you mentioned in your response to the first question and apply them to typical trainee tasks or situations you'd face. Also think of things unique to A&O, since that shows you understand their training programme above others.
From what I've just seen, they only have a CV and this question in the 'About You' section:
Which business news story has interested you the most in the last 12 months and why? (Maximum 1500 characters / approximately 250 words)
For W&C, mention the international nature of the firm, the cross-border deals, any deals you found interesting (and justify) and most importantly, why it all relates to you. They pride themselves on their international nature, so if you can say you're interested in that PLUS why that makes you...
Hii, I wrote this post a few weeks ago, hope it helps you get the answers you need!
https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/white-case-vacation-scheme-interview-2021.3622/#post-70953
I've had this experience, and honestly I jut kept reminding myself that the very fact they're willing to discuss with me meant they want me to do well and to succeed. Please don't take anything they say personally/to heart! But make a note of what they say your setbacks were, then ask for advice...
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