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[aanushhhkaaa]

If an Indian Student wants to apply for a training contract with Paul Weiss, would we have to do a conversion course or can we directly apply for the Vacation Scheme in our penultimate year (as allowed by firms such as HSF, Linklaters, A&O)?

 

[l789]

@Paul @ Paul Weiss

Hi Paul,

I hope you are well!

Many thanks for taking the time to review and assess the open day applications, I can imagine it’s been a lot to get through.

With regards to the online open day event - will everyone who was rejected from the open days be invited to this, or are the invites to register sent on a more exclusive basis?

Thanks again!

 

[tosin4774]

@Paul @ Paul Weiss

Hi Paul,

I hope you are well!

Many thanks for taking the time to review and assess the open day applications, I can imagine it’s been a lot to get through.

With regards to the online open day event - will everyone who was rejected from the open days be invited to this, or are the invites to register sent on a more exclusive basis?

Thanks again!

Hi, I was not accepted to the Paul Weiss open day event, likely due to limited space, but I was invited to attend the virtual open day. Is that the case for you?

 

[l789]

Hi, I was not accepted to the Paul Weiss open day event, likely due to limited space, but I was invited to attend the virtual open day. Is that the case for you?

Hi @tosin4774

Yes it was - I’m just wondering if this will be open to all?

 

[tosin4774]

Hi @tosin4774

Yes it was - I’m just wondering if this will be open to all?

I suppose we will find out soon enough.

 

[tosin4774]

I suppose we will find out soon enough.

when did you apply?

 

[l789]

when did you apply?

I applied for the December open day - quite close to the deadline

 

[tosin4774]

I applied for the December open day - quite close to the deadline

It's the same for me. I think that's why there wasn't enough space. At least it's better than not getting anything.

 

[Paul @ Paul Weiss]

@Paul @ Paul Weiss

Hi Paul,

I hope you are well!

Many thanks for taking the time to review and assess the open day applications, I can imagine it’s been a lot to get through.

With regards to the online open day event - will everyone who was rejected from the open days be invited to this, or are the invites to register sent on a more exclusive basis?

Thanks again!

Hi - yes, the online open day is open to everyone.

We will have a few more slots available. Here is the registration link: https://paulweiss.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dWeEijuzQpui0umAsi0Zvg

Thanks,

Paul

 

[rain2801]

Hi @Paul @ Paul Weiss

I want to apply to Paul Weiss as a mature international applicant. Does the firm accept applications from international students?

 

[Paul @ Paul Weiss]

Hi @Paul @ Paul Weiss

I want to apply to Paul Weiss as a mature international applicant. Does the firm accept applications from international students?

Hi @rain2801

Yes, we do!

Thanks,

Paul

 

[futuretraineesolicitor]

Hi @rain2801

Yes, we do!

Thanks,

Paul

Hi, Paul. Does the firm sponsor visas for international students based outside of the UK? Thanks.

 

[legal18]

Hi Paul,

Is there any further information on the psychometric test Paul, Weiss will be using?

 

[badmintonflyinginsect]

Hi @Paul @ Paul Weiss,

Is there a strong preference for a 1st/high 2.1 for first-year grades?

 

[Paul @ Paul Weiss]

Hi Paul,

Is there any further information on the psychometric test Paul, Weiss will be using?

Hi @legal18

Yes, the test will be online and will consist of:

• 12 SJT questions
• 5 Applied Verbal Reasoning questions
• 5 Applied Numerical Reasoning questions

I hope that explains.

Thanks,

Paul

 

[Paul @ Paul Weiss]

Hi @Paul @ Paul Weiss,

Is there a strong preference for a 1st/high 2.1 for first-year grades?

Hi @badmintonflyinginsect

We ask that you have gained, or are predicted to achieve, a 2.1 overall in your degree. We will look at your individual module grades holistically with the rest of your application form.

Thanks,

Paul

 

[legal18]

Hi @legal18

Yes, the test will be online and will consist of:

• 12 SJT questions
• 5 Applied Verbal Reasoning questions
• 5 Applied Numerical Reasoning questions

I hope that explains.

Thanks,

Paul

Thank you so much! Is it timed and is it automatic post-application submission?

 

[tosin4774]

Hi @ Paul Weiss
Is there any further information on what the assessment centre entails?

 

[badmintonflyinginsect]

@Paul @ Paul Weiss Hi Paul! If I apply to Paul Weiss as a finalist in the next application cycle, would my application be considered for a TC set to start in 2027 instead of 2028?