Hearing Back from Law Firms, Assessment Centres & Interview Tips - 2019 - 2020

[Jean]

Just to clarify for people who applied to Hogan Lovells, the WG test is automatic. I emailed grad rec and they informed me that I passed the Watson Glaser but was unsuccessful on the basis of my application, so I think it is ok to assume that it is automatic.

If it is automatic then why would it take 3 weeks to be sent? Also, on their website it states do well at each stage and you get invited to the next round. It is therefore more reasonable to assume that they would review your application and then send tests. Then following that they probably review your app alongside your score and compare to other candidates.

If it was automatic then it would be sent straight away. Just my thought.

Honestly idk because I thought the same as you - that’s why I emailed them because I was pretty positive I didn’t fail the WG and they then said I was unsuccessful on the basis of my application (verbatim what they said).

The fact you haven’t been rejected yet is still good news though so I wouldn’t be too worried

Edit: They also said I had passed the Watson Glaser.

MarkLaw's understanding is correct! I just spoke to a contact at Hogan Lovells and was told that the WG test invites are sent out automatically. They changed it for this application cycle.

 

[003]

Has anyone done the Bakers VI, and were there any curve ball questions?

 

[M&ALawyer]

hey- i interviewed on the Monday and heard back the following Tuesday, so just over a week!
I’m sure it very much varies though

Thanks for your reply!

Sorry just to clarify - did you hear back the next day or the next week (on a Tuesday)

 

[MarkLaw]

Has anyone had an offer from Mayer Brown yet? Patiently (at least trying to be lol) waiting post-AC

 

[Pallatablelawyer]

Does anyone have any advice regarding this. On two apps, I added supp info. However, I copied and pasted it (cause they're the same thing..just an achievement".. however just under the paragraph.. I dont know how I missed it.. it just says " Contextual Information 1". Haaa.... do you think they'll be like "good app" but good bye based on this "Contextual Information 1 " business.... hahaha

 

[JayB]

I did the test late on the 12th but applied direct TC. When were you rejected?

Yesterday

 

[LuLa]

Thanks for your reply!

Sorry just to clarify - did you hear back the next day or the next week (on a Tuesday)

the next week!

 

[Abgaal]

Very sorry to hear this, I was rejected today too. Will you be going to their open day?

I doubbttt I would go. I don’t know to be fair. What about you?

 

[R203]

Hi everyone!! Any idea how long does Freshfields usually take to inform of a decision post-AC? Thank you!!!

 

[Sara]

Well BCLP rejection post AC. Not really surprised. I got asked mostly strength based questions when I was told it was a competency based interview. Anyway I've asked for feedback so I can improve. At least it's a good experience

Talking about strength based does anyone know how to structure an answer for them?

 

[Fez]

Can someone please share some tips for W&C VI? Thanks!

 

[Lumree]

Well BCLP rejection post AC. Not really surprised. I got asked mostly strength based questions when I was told it was a competency based interview. Anyway I've asked for feedback so I can improve. At least it's a good experience

Talking about strength based does anyone know how to structure an answer for them?

Sorry to hear that but as you say it’s experience to build on! If you don’t mind me asking, when did you apply?

 

[Chido]

I don’t post on here often but I cannot believe I have just got my first vacation scheme offer! I cannot believe it and I cannot breathe! ☺️

I cannot thank you all enough for all your help and input on this forum! Thank you Jaysen for creating such an amazing platform with so many amazing resources!

I am not going to put the firm as I know there maybe many waiting to hear back and might feel more worried. Good luck everyone!

 

[Pallatablelawyer]

I don’t post on here often but I cannot believe I have just got my first vacation scheme offer! I cannot believe it and I cannot breathe! ☺️

I cannot thank you all enough for all your help and input on this forum! Thank you Jaysen for creating such an amazing platform with so many amazing resources!

I am not going to put the firm as I know there maybe many waiting to hear back and might feel more worried. Good luck everyone!

Enjoy it!!

 

[Sara]

Sorry to hear that but as you say it’s experience to build on! If you don’t mind me asking, when did you apply?

19th January

 

[W]

Well BCLP rejection post AC. Not really surprised. I got asked mostly strength based questions when I was told it was a competency based interview. Anyway I've asked for feedback so I can improve. At least it's a good experience

Talking about strength based does anyone know how to structure an answer for them?

Sorry to hear, did you apply for direct TC?

 

[Brandon93]

I don’t post on here often but I cannot believe I have just got my first vacation scheme offer! I cannot believe it and I cannot breathe! ☺️

I cannot thank you all enough for all your help and input on this forum! Thank you Jaysen for creating such an amazing platform with so many amazing resources!

I am not going to put the firm as I know there maybe many waiting to hear back and might feel more worried. Good luck everyone!

Amazing , congratulations!

 

[Pavla]

Hi everyone!! Any idea how long does Freshfields usually take to inform of a decision post-AC? Thank you!!!

Phone call the next day if you are successful

 

[Pavla]

Offer from Slaughter and May

Congrats!! VS or TC?

 

[Alice G]

Hi everyone!! Any idea how long does Freshfields usually take to inform of a decision post-AC? Thank you!!!

Did you assess for a VS or TC?