Generic advice here, but always have at least a few commercial stories to discuss in depth:Does anyone have some general AC preparation tips? I feel a bit overwhelmed with the resources and advice on here. Are there some core things I can focus on generally, regardless of the firm?
Any advice much appreciated
Can you hot desk or do you need a private office?Hi Jessica,
I need it in north west London around Willesden Green, Queens Park or Finchley Road.
Hi there, so when I enquired they told me my results, that I'd passed their benchmark (they didn't tell me what it was) and that my app was being reviewed. NB. this wasn't this cycle, so I can't recall the answer to your second qu. I'm afraid.Does anyone know if Hogan Lovells sends you your WGT results if you request them and what their pass mark is?
Also does anyone know how long they usually take to respond after the WGT?
Call them - tone over the phone and being able to talk them about it is a far better thing to do than relying on email.Hoping for some advice - I have a TC interview later in the week at my dream firm however as a family we have received some really awful health-related news regarding my younger sibling today and I know I won’t be able to perform at the interview. I’ve already asked to reschedule it for the same reason prior to today but it’s now clear that I won’t be in any capacity to do the interviews this week. Am I out of the running? I know I need to contact the firm but I haven’t a clue what to say. Any advice is appreciated
I did the VS this year and post-VS TC interviews are scheduled to be in September (exact date TBC). I think direct TC interviews will be at the same time. Hope that helps!Anyone heard back from Edwin Coe post app?
I don’t think all firms will be moving to the SQE from 2024 onwards, but many are moving where they will struggle to recruit for the LPC route given many non-lawyer graduates will only be able to take the SQE route for the 2024 intakes onwards.Hi @Jessica Booker
I have done quite a lot of research on the SQE, it seems like all law firms will be taking up this route for all trainees starting in 2024. But as I am a law graduate and I secure a TC offer this upcoming cycle for 2024 - when will I start the SQE course the following September 2022? As from looking at some of my friend’s experiences they have received TCs this year starting in 2023 one in 2024, and they are starting the LPC this September? So I am slightly confused. Also it seems like the LPC will remain valid until 2032.
Hi Banca!hello! i'd like some career advice regarding most likely not receiving a TC this cycle. i finished my GDL this year and would want to keep applying along with a full-time job. i was wondering whether i should stick with my previous career (i can register as an architect in the UK) and continue building my knowledge within that sector (i am particularly interested in the built environment for legal matters too) or would you think i would have a better chance of securing a TC by paralegalling after my GDL so my record is an obvious transition to the law? i hope this makes sense, i'm just not sure whether having a lack of corporate legal experience is worse or leaving a semi-established career before securing a TC is worse ): to some extent, the salary also does factor into my concern as well as i would have to accept entry-level pay again as a legal assistant. thank you in advance!
Sorry Bianca - just had another thought and wanted to share itHi Banca!
In my experience from talking to a variety of TC holders and associates - working in a different industry, in your case, Architechture, will only make you more diverse as a candidate. If, however, you don't want to work in that sector then perhaps paralegal will give you more insight and experience. I know of a paralegal who's done it for five years and is actually becoming a qualified solicitor as the Law Society will recognise her experience as akin to an LPC. If your goal is to become a solicitor, then perhaps you should go for that. But, if you believe you can be an architect and 'spin' your experience to show commercial awareness and the other aptitudes needed to be a solicitor then go for it. If I were you (I know nothing about architecture) I'd ask myself a series of questions:
1. Can you be an architect and spend time exposing yourself to the legal world?
2. Can you get relevant experience as an architect that will provide you will good examples of demonstrating commercial awareness, being a team player, working under pressure etc?
Don't worry about your 'record' - some people are in banking for several years and get a TC when they're in their 40s! There really is so no 'right time' to secure a TC, and to be honest, the older and more experienced you are the more interesting you'll look to firms IMHO. I honestly don't think firms (at least not ones I know of) will look at you and say "none of the experience is relevant" because if, as you allude to, you can find an architecture role that looks into the built environment for legal matters, and you can, again, 'spin' this in a way that makes sense then I think you've got a great chance.
But most importantly, do you want to do architecture? If so, just stay open minded because as someone that knows absolutely nothing about architecture I can tell you that it sounds pretty impressive. Besides, firms are often on the lookout for people with different experience. Will architecture aid you in real estate law, conveyancing, science and technology... I don't know. But if you think it will, then go for it! I'll bet you that you know way more about architecture than I do, and I bet you know way more about it than recruiters do as well!
EDIT: In relation to the salary, I understand your concerns, but at the same time, we'll be working until we're about 70 years old at this rate. Just find something you enjoy as you'll be surprised what opportunities come up along the way. Of course the salary is often a pull for many applicants, but there are always tons of opportunities - so even paralegalling will give you the SKILLS that you need, focus on the skills, and how you sell yourself because once you have that, you'll be more likely to secure whatever it is you want.
I hope this helps! Just my opinions, but as I recognise, I know NOTHING about architechture (i even struggle to spell it lol)
Thanks for sharing I really appreciate it! I applied at the end of June, I also had the WG sent on the 1st of August with a Friday the 6th deadline and I haven't heard back yet.Long time lurker here - just thought I'd share:
PFO from Hogan Lovells, applied on the deadline (31st July), sent WG 1st August to complete by Friday 6th. Did WG on Friday 6th and got my PFO this afternoon so pretty quick turnaround.
To those who have done Hogan Lovells' WG and haven't heard back yet, it could be a good sign