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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4
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hi - if I apply for the NRF direct TC in this cycle (4 March – 7 April 2024) and dont clear the tests, can I also apply later in July?
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.
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.
I meant with advancing.
Some firms eliminate based solely on test scores while Ashurst view them with the application simultaneously.
The pro is that it gives everyone a chance but the negative is that the wait is longer
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?
Sorry to hear that you’re rejected
Can I know when you applied for HL’s TC? I applied on the deadline (31/1) and haven’t heard back
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”
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.
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
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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