TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

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cleojwilliams

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Does anyone know what the threshold to pass for Ashurst cognify test is, because that was so hard. If I did well in the emotify but not in the cognify, do I have a chance? Also do we get the results for the test in May/June with the response to our application as a whole or do we get the results earlier?
 

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Does anyone know what the threshold to pass for Ashurst cognify test is, because that was so hard. If I did well in the emotify but not in the cognify, do I have a chance? Also do we get the results for the test in May/June with the response to our application as a whole or do we get the results earlier?

Hi! I also did the Ashurst test and found it very difficult. For the block part I think I only completed 2 or 3 out of 7, so trust me you're not alone. I think everyone else will be in the same boat with having struggled in various games, so I wouldn't count yourself out just yet.
 

A worried graduate

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Hi! I also did the Ashurst test and found it very difficult. For the block part I think I only completed 2 or 3 out of 7, so trust me you're not alone. I think everyone else will be in the same boat with having struggled in various games, so I wouldn't count yourself out just yet.
Chances are the assessment is only a minor part too with the form and CV being looked at more considering it isn’t automatic.
 

cleojwilliams

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Hi! I also did the Ashurst test and found it very difficult. For the block part I think I only completed 2 or 3 out of 7, so trust me you're not alone. I think everyone else will be in the same boat with having struggled in various games, so I wouldn't count yourself out just yet.
The block one was horrible and I cant gauge how I did on the others because it would all go so quickly. With the proof reading I could not possibly get all the mistakes that were listed in the time.
 

Hanna Reeves

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Does anyone know what the threshold to pass for Ashurst cognify test is, because that was so hard. If I did well in the emotify but not in the cognify, do I have a chance? Also do we get the results for the test in May/June with the response to our application as a whole or do we get the results earlier?
I went to a grad rec fair where they said the threshold to pass the test was not particularly high, they put more weight on the application itself. I don't think I did too well on the cognify games at all. Think I performed slightly better in emotify but I guess only time will tell!

I got an email stating they no longer recruit on a rolling basis but I applied on the deadline. Does anyone know when to expect to hear back - as in do they send out PFOs much earlier than the AC invites in May/June?
 

ccfuturetraineesolicitor

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Can people please drop suggestions on where to find a grad job in law/job titles to search for? Can’t seem to find anything and paralegal jobs either pay you not enough to live on or ask for 50000 years of experience
From my personal experience, just apply to anything you think looks interesting (even if they ask for a minimum amount of years of experience) - if the recruiter thinks you’re a good fit, they will consider you, irrespective of the “mandatory requirements”
 
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    Can people please drop suggestions on where to find a grad job in law/job titles to search for? Can’t seem to find anything and paralegal jobs either pay you not enough to live on or ask for 50000 years of experience
    Or you could just apply for any grad job but do some pro bono volunteering at a legal clinic or do your own legal project on the side.
     

    ikeRoss

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    Hi all - I am currently seeking some advice and appreciate anything in advance!

    I graduated from my LLB in June 2023 with a First Class from a non-RG uni, I have been working as a Paralegal at a small firm for over a year and have extensive work experience prior to that in technology retail and account management as well as restaurant jobs etc.

    I have quite poor A-Levels (DD Distinction) so have been focusing on firms without such requirements and direct TC routes due to annual leave requirements etc. I have only made it to VI stage this cycle and submitted around 3 apps so far but have a lot of Direct TC apps lined up.

    I have always wanted to work in the city and specialise in corporate or IP, compared to the range of matters I deal with in a Litigation dept at my current firm.

    My current firm offers no sponsorship for SQE/LPC but have already informally offered a route to qualification e.g. TC as long as I self-fund.

    I am not really in a position to self fund and also don't want to settle for less and give up my corporate city lawyer dream but I am unsure if I am passing an opportunity I should be grasping with both hands?

    Any advice on the above and my situation in general is greatly appreciated!

    @axelbeugre @Jessica Booker
     
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