General Discussion Thread 2020-21

[Jessica Booker]

I wouldn’t worry about realise/realize because realize is a recognised American spelling. Although not grammatically correct for English, it doesn’t show you’re bad at spelling or careless tbh

some firms will be more picky about this than others from my experience, especially if you are not using the spellings consistently (which is often the case).

 

[Jessica Booker]

Is it wise to email GR if I’ve been waiting nearly two weeks after an interview for a vac scheme and they said I will hear in one week? There’s another stage & the vac scheme starts in less than 2 weeks. I think it’s a rejection but I would like to know so I can take my mind off it

If the scheme starts in two weeks, then it is fine to do so.

 

[Lisa Lowe]

Hey - does anyone have any pointers on the CMS questions "How would you describe the relationship between law and business? (200 words)", I've been stuck on it for a couple of days, I feel like I need to say something philosophical and profound, I realise that's not the case but I'm finding it hard to answer.

 

[Daniel Boden]

Yeah its an automatic thing. They consider you for the Vac scheme first.

Not quite sure why you've got the negative reaction to this as what you've said is correct...

 

[MzM]

Not quite sure why you've got the negative reaction to this as what you've said is correct...

haha, people are funny sometimes

 

[Paris McKenzie]

Can anyone please help me with this application question for Mills & Reeve - "Name a company / firm you admire for its business strategy, tell us why and tell us what you consider will be important to the company / firm in terms of the legal services which it sources". Does anyone know what they mean by this?

 

[Velikilawyer123]

Hey all, I'm wondering if anyone has any recent experience with Herbert Smith's open days. I've heard they're quite good and you learn a lot, and I'd like to apply for one next year, so I'm interested in hearing people's experiences and how they found it!

Thanks!

 

[arbitracion]

Hey all, I'm wondering if anyone has any recent experience with Herbert Smith's open days. I've heard they're quite good and you learn a lot, and I'd like to apply for one next year, so I'm interested in hearing people's experiences and how they found it!

Thanks!

I went to the LGBT+ Open Day in October and found it super helpful! There were insights into diversity and inclusion initiatives and the IRIS network at HSF, plus there was plenty of time for networking and asking questions

 

[Tintin06]

Does anyone have any advice on how to do well once you get a VS?

Would be appreciated.

 

[tcseeker]

Has anyone heard from Kennedys or know if they recruit on a rolling basis?

 

[Numerius Negidius]

Does anyone know the NQ or trainee salary at Arnold & Porter?

 

[James Kitching]

Does anyone know the NQ or trainee salary at Arnold & Porter?

Chambers student - 90k, aka enough! (2 trainees a year though)

 

[Deleted member 2707]

Anyone have any idea if Travers Smith is rolling or non-rolling? I've heard conflicting things!

 

[M1999]

Anyone have any idea if Travers Smith is rolling or non-rolling? I've heard conflicting things!

I spoke to GR and they said winter is rolling and summer is not

 

[Rene]

Does anyone know how quick clifford chance gets back about passing WG?

 

[Deleted member 2707]

I spoke to GR and they said winter is rolling and summer is not

Thanks! Are final years allowed to apply to summer?

 

[M1999]

Thanks! Are final years allowed to apply to summer?

Yes they also said they don’t restrict. Graduates, finals and penultimates can apply to any scheme

 

[Celestie]

Does anyone know how quick clifford chance gets back about passing WG?

They got back to me about passing literally an hour later

 

[futuretraineecity]

Hi, I’m just preparing some commercial awareness themes for an upcoming video interview if anyone has any more ideas? Was thinking ESG, trade war, Brexit, Big Tech etc.

 

[Guilherme Carvalho]

Hey guys!
I was just wondering whether anyone has any experience in applying for vac schemes with firms in London while studying the Scottish LLB. Were you able to apply in your penultimate year or was it considered non-law (as it is technically not a qualifying law degree). I know some firms (like CC) allow this as a lot of the GDL modules are exempt but most firm websites are unclear in this regard. Any information is appreciated!