TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

[cjwx]

Finally got an Ashurst pfo, they really took their time with that one

I know!!! Anyways on to the next. Does anyone know if it is worth applying to Evershed Sutherland through the Direct training contract route? Also would it be worth applying to Stephenson and Harwood if recruit in a rolling basis and application deadline ends in July?

 

[GV]

Does anyone know if the test for Addleshaw Goddard is automatic? Or how long it takes to get the test after submission?

 

[AS24]

Hi guys,

Does the BCLP test include a video interview element?

 

[norothrow324]

Hi guys,

Does the BCLP test include a video interview element?

No

 

[Wannabe_Lawyer]

No

If I may just also piggyback onto this thread, do you know if there is any numerical reasoning incorporated into the strength-based assessment or is it just the verbal reasoning test?

 

[Jessica Booker]

I'm not sure if it's on Launchpad yet. But it's a pre-recorded interview for Howard Kennedy

Usually the deadline includes the date referenced and they really mean 23.59 rather than midnight. However, you may want to submit 24 hours prior just to be sure.

 

[norothrow324]

If I may just also piggyback onto this thread, do you know if there is any numerical reasoning incorporated into the strength-based assessment or is it just the verbal reasoning test?

I don’t remember there being a numerical aspect. There was a normal WG portion, and then the rest was just situational cases. Some including practical tasks like contract review (this only extended to language and no content analysis of course)

 

[Madeline186]

People have had both, however I also know someone who scored very well and still hasn’t heard back. Check the portal if you haven’t already?

Ah strange, I've checked the portal and nothing on there either. Do you know what this might mean if I haven't had either? Do firms send out responses in batches or maybe at different times depending on the office? This is my first application cycle so I'm not sure!

 

[EzeLaylor]

Me rushing to complete TC apps that close today because I suddenly got a random surge of energy to apply:

✨ Sending good vibes to everyone applying last minute ✨

 

[LegalLordLox]

Ah strange, I've checked the portal and nothing on there either. Do you know what this might mean if I haven't had either? Do firms send out responses in batches or maybe at different times depending on the office? This is my first application cycle so I'm not sure!

Which office did you apply to? I applied to the London office. I completed the tests on the 11th of April and heard back on Tuesday just gone! Just over 6 weeks for a response. Hopefully it’s reassuring to hear that other haven’t heard back yet!

 

[Wannabe_Lawyer]

I don’t remember there being a numerical aspect. There was a normal WG portion, and then the rest was just situational cases. Some including practical tasks like contract review (this only extended to language and no content analysis of course)

Thank you!

 

[AS24]

No

Thank you for your response.

 

[livvymurphy]

Training Contract application cycle 2024 roundup!
15 applications
10 2nd stage+
7 interview stage
4 final stage
1 TC offer!!!!

I am so happy after 3 years of applying I have finally received a TC offer!!!!

 

[Jessica Booker]

Training Contract application cycle 2024 roundup!
15 applications
10 2nd stage+
7 interview stage
4 final stage
1 TC offer!!!!

I am so happy after 3 years of applying I have finally received a TC offer!!!!

Congratulations and well done!

 

[Samridhi Jain]

Is there anyone who hasn't heard from Goodwin yet? App deadline was 15th Dec, 2023.

 

[lawyerletsgo]

has anyone heard back from Orrick?

also how long does BCLP take to get back after the online test? Thanks!

 

[Samridhi Jain]

Anyone yet to hear from Ashurst?

 

[Law_Between_Life]

I have done a tremendous amount of aptitude tests at this stage, being successful more often than not; however, that GLD verbal reasoning test was brutal. The time limits felt vicious.

 

[adrk1234]

Anyone heard from Simkins, shoosmith or PMC?

 

[aemond54]

Hey guys just looking for some advice, so I recently accepted a paralegal position at (Law Firm A) and am currently in the process of being onboarded after signing the contract and producing all the necessary documents. However, I just received news that I have been offered a training contract with (Law Firm B). I was wondering if it was possible to reject the paralegal position even after signing the contract of employment and currently being onboarded and if so, how do go about this? @Jessica Booker