General Discussion Thread 2020-21

[Jacinta N]

Has anyone heard back from Gately (London)?

 

[Jacinta N]

Any updates re Taylor Vinters?

Not yet, but someone on The Student Room said that they received an email that said they were on the waiting list.

 

[Asmee DC]

If you applied to katten & you’re an international student then.. there’s no point as they don’t sponsor. They just emailed me and I had to confirm. Sucks too because they said they were very impressed by my application. One of the most depressing things ever

As an international student, I understand the struggle. However, I do know two people who were the first international student that their specific firm ever sponsored so it is possible! PM me and maybe I can give you some tips!

 

[L.M.P]

Hey!

Has anyone heard from Ashurst (Direct TC), Dechert (Post VI) or Winston & Strawn?? - Thanks

 

[D95]

Hey!

Has anyone heard from Ashurst (Direct TC), Dechert (Post VI) or Winston & Strawn?? - Thanks

Nothing from Winston & Strawn. Someone posted here a couple of weeks ago that they got their invite but I think most of us are still in the limbo.

 

[Daniel Boden]

any Gibson Dunn news today?

Nothing for me...

 

[Daniel Boden]

I did my Friday not heard anything - seems to range from 2 hours to couple of weeks!

You had your second-round interview on Friday?

 

[Roland]

If you applied to katten & you’re an international student then.. there’s no point as they don’t sponsor. They just emailed me and I had to confirm. Sucks too because they said they were very impressed by my application. One of the most depressing things ever

When did you apply to Katten may I ask? Thanks!

 

[HD]

Hi All - has anyone had a telephone interview with Dentons and could share some insight please? Thanks!

 

[Pallatablelawyer]

When did you apply to Katten may I ask? Thanks!

12th

 

[Pallatablelawyer]

As an international student, I understand the struggle. However, I do know two people who were the first international student that their specific firm ever sponsored so it is possible! PM me and maybe I can give you some tips!

Will do !

 

[thelegalsieve]

a. Yes, why not - useful for you because you finish tasks earlier; I know firms that even though their deadline is in late summer, they're still reviewing apps despite that they 'don't recruit on a rolling basis'.

b. Why do you think that's a problem? Is the UK the best place for VS in the world? You need work experience, you will have work experience, that's what you need. PS: they like this sort of 'international' exposure, so it's better for you. It really doesn't matter where you go because what you'll essentially be doing is to look over contracts, so it doesn't make an actual difference. I used my VS on the continent myself and no one commented anything. Gl hf

Thanks man

 

[Larry HC]

Not yet, but someone on The Student Room said that they received an email that said they were on the waiting list.

someone i know got offered a vac scheme today

 

[Popal]

For Fieldfisher direct TC applicants, I got a VI invitation today so they are still considering applicants. There’s a London assessment centre at the end of March. Hope this helps ☺️

 

[Jessica Booker]

I'd like some insight regarding this - I understand that some Direct TC deadlines don't close till July, but do people normally apply for a TC in this March period? Would it be worthwhile doing so? The firm in question is Latham.

Secondly, would there be any value in mentioning an incoming Vacation Scheme for Latham in another country when applying to Latham's London office? Or would this be akin to opening a can of worms?

very few people apply at this time of year due to exams... most applications will come in the summer

 

[tractor12]

very few people apply at this time of year due to exams... most applications will come in the summer

Do firms tend to wait till summer to review them?

 

[Jessica Booker]

Do firms tend to wait till summer to review them?

depends on the firm’s policy.

but application numbers tend to be very low in late March/April/May/early June where most people are focused on exams.

 

[Stephen]

Has anyone ever done an AC at Orrick? Would love some advice. Thanks.

Sorry to double post - but if anyone has any advice it would be greatly appreciated!

Has anyone ever done an AC at Orrick? Would love some advice. Thanks. Standard AC procedure - drafting exercise, group exercise, and interviews.

 

[Changes]

yeah that's what I saw on this thread, guess we will both have to wait good luck!

I heard back within 4 days last week.

 

[jan28]

This is very smart and helpful, thanks so much! I feel stupid now, even though a lot of other people made the same mistake but just very annoying in hindsight!

no honestly don’t because everyone found that the hardest. i think going forward it’s best to strictly follow what is written on the contract/agreement that’s given to us and if this requires re-reading the same thing over and over again, so be it! good luck for future apps x