2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

[OEO]

Ashurst TC offer!!!!

I'm still in shock. But I've got a few words of encouragement. This is my 3rd application cycle and this cycle I received 11 PFOs out of 12 applications. I had honestly accepted that if I didn't get a TC offer this cycle, I would have pursued a career elsewhere.

Guys, it's going to happen and I know it's cliché but you'll actually find the firm that you're a fit for too. Please don't give up! Thank you to everyone on this forum, I don't post often but I'm a lurker.

Please feel free to message me if you need any help or advice at all! xx

 

[H12345678]

Anyone heard back from Shoosmiths direct TC yet (I applied for London office)? I'm getting real nervous now. I know they said 22nd June but there's not a lot of working days between now and then...

I’m yet to hear anything I’ve given up a bit of hope tbh but hopefully I’m just being pessimistic

 

[glaw23]

I’m yet to hear anything I’ve given up a bit of hope tbh but hopefully I’m just being pessimistic

Yeah, I have given up hope too. It seems a lot of people are still waiting, so maybe we are jumping the gun in assuming the worst, but I didn't have high hopes anyway, LOL.

 

[Anon 11031]

Yeah, I have given up hope too. It seems a lot of people are still waiting, so maybe we are jumping the gun in assuming the worst, but I didn't have high hopes anyway, LOL.

Yeah, I haven't heard either. 22nd of June with scope to have ACs by the end of the month is ambitious, to say the least.

 

[glaw23]

Yeah, I haven't heard either. 22nd of June with scope to have ACs by the end of the month is ambitious, to say the least.

Exactly! But I guess we will have to wait and see how it all plays out 😬

 

[E.A]

"A rejection is not a rejection until it is" just got a whole new meaning..... just got a TC interview invite after applying beginning of November 2020.... and the best part is it is in person (finally!). Never lose hope people!

 

[JoeyTr]

"A rejection is not a rejection until it is" just got a whole new meaning..... just got a TC interview invite after applying beginning of November 2020.... and the best part is it is in person (finally!). Never lose hope people!

YES!

 

[Deleted member 2707]

Ashurst TC offer!!!!

Congratulations! Could I dm you for some tips? I'm sending off my application in just a few days

 

[OEO]

Congratulations! Could I dm you for some tips? I'm sending off my application in just a few days

No problem!

 

[Mxkry]

After initially thinking I wasn't even going to bother applying for training contracts, I think I'm going to attempt a few.

I think one of my issues in applications is explaining my initial interest in commercial law. Partially, it is a result of my motivations not being 'pure'. I was always good at humanities and thought law would be a good choice and naturally commercial law was an attractive option.
Obviously, such an explanation does not suffice.

 

[Alice G]

"A rejection is not a rejection until it is" just got a whole new meaning..... just got a TC interview invite after applying beginning of November 2020.... and the best part is it is in person (finally!). Never lose hope people!

Yes!! HUGE congratulations to you and how exciting it’s in person! The whole forum is rooting for you!! 🎉🎉

 

[Jessica Booker]

I have a final tc interview tomorrow but feel like everything I have been preparing has completely left my brain lol and I'm panicking. Not sure whether to call it a day or to cram.

Call it a day. Just get everything set up for the interview (e.g. clothes/equipment etc) maybe do some light reading/prep first thing in the morning,

 

[Alice G]

I have a final tc interview tomorrow but feel like everything I have been preparing has completely left my brain lol and I'm panicking. Not sure whether to call it a day or to cram.

This is totally understandable, I used to get this outside exam halls like 5 mins before and feel really panicked but as soon as you’re in there, taken a sip of water and composed yourself your adrenaline will be flowing and you’ll remember more than you even realise you can.
Very best of luck to you, I agree with Jess, really try to get yourself a good night’s sleep or if you might struggle to then try to switch off as best you can, whether that’s listening to music, Netflix, reading or anything else!!

 

[Deleted member 2707]

After initially thinking I wasn't even going to bother applying for training contracts, I think I'm going to attempt a few.

I think one of my issues in applications is explaining my initial interest in commercial law. Partially, it is a result of my motivations not being 'pure'. I was always good at humanities and thought law would be a good choice and naturally commercial law was an attractive option.
Obviously, such an explanation does not suffice.

Completely felt this!

 

[Jacob Miller]

After initially thinking I wasn't even going to bother applying for training contracts, I think I'm going to attempt a few.

I think one of my issues in applications is explaining my initial interest in commercial law. Partially, it is a result of my motivations not being 'pure'. I was always good at humanities and thought law would be a good choice and naturally commercial law was an attractive option.
Obviously, such an explanation does not suffice.

For what it's worth, commercial law wasn't always what I wanted to do.

I settled on "being a lawyer" quite young, but up until I was about 18 I planned to go to the Scots criminal bar. Did some work experience and realised that world just wasn't for me, and I also wanted to out of Scotland.

Around the same time I started investigating commercial stuff in London and figured that it's actually a better synergy of my interests, passions and abilities than criminal. Started doing schemes with Rare and AS and fell in love with it and here I am a couple years down the line with my TC lol. Authenticity is more important than having some amazing "lightbulb moment" story!

 

[Anon 11031]

If Shoosmiths or Pinsents give me a PFO today I swear I am having the worst birthday luck 😂😂😂

 

[Alice G]

If Shoosmiths or Pinsents give me a PFO today I swear I am having the worst birthday luck 😂

Ah is it your birthday today?? If so, wishing you a VERY Happy Birthday!!! I hope you have the loveliest day and weekend celebrating!! 🎉🥳

 

[Jessica Booker]

If Shoosmiths or Pinsents give me a PFO today I swear I am having the worst birthday luck 😂😂😂

 

[Anon 11031]

Ah is it your birthday today?? If so, wishing you a VERY Happy Birthday!!! I hope you have the loveliest day and weekend celebrating!! 🎉🥳

It is indeed! Thank you! Spending the day in London today and heading back up to Leeds this evening!

❤️❤️❤️

 

[Alice G]

It is indeed! Thank you! Spending the day in London today and heading back up to Leeds this evening!

❤️❤️❤️

Ah such a small world, I live in London but originally from York - so very close to Leeds indeed, and my best friend lives in Leeds now!

Enjoy your day!!