TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

[Thom&as]

Rejected by Slaughter and May for a direct TC post interview. Not ideal, especially since they are the firm that I have had the most experiences and interactions with, and this rejection essentially means they won't reinvite me to interviews on subsequent applications unless there's a significant difference in my application. Freshfields also rejected me without reaching the WG test even after I put a lot of effort into that application.

Been feeling a lot of self-doubt.

I'll probably apply to the A&O Shearman winter scheme next, does anyone know if it's a rolling application? Also would you still recommend applying when I have literally zero experiences with the firm?

 

[Legalstalker]

Rejected by Slaughter and May for a direct TC post interview. Not ideal, especially since they are the firm that I have had the most experiences and interactions with, and this rejection essentially means they won't reinvite me to interviews on subsequent applications unless there's a significant difference in my application. Freshfields also rejected me without reaching the WG test even after I put a lot of effort into that application.

Been feeling a lot of self-doubt.

I'll probably apply to the A&O Shearman winter scheme next, does anyone know if it's a rolling application? Also would you still recommend applying when I have literally zero experiences with the firm?

I don’t think they’re rolling, last year they sent an automatic test to complete which was an SJT and VI. Once the deadline has passed they review - reject or invite to AC.

 

[RVD23]

Has anyone heard back from HFW post direct TC AC?

 

[Jaysen]

Rejected by Slaughter and May for a direct TC post interview. Not ideal, especially since they are the firm that I have had the most experiences and interactions with, and this rejection essentially means they won't reinvite me to interviews on subsequent applications unless there's a significant difference in my application. Freshfields also rejected me without reaching the WG test even after I put a lot of effort into that application.

Been feeling a lot of self-doubt.

I'll probably apply to the A&O Shearman winter scheme next, does anyone know if it's a rolling application? Also would you still recommend applying when I have literally zero experiences with the firm?

I am sorry to hear this - and I'd understand why you'd feel self doubt after being rejected post interview. It's a lot to go through the process, meet the firm, get your hopes high, and then get rejected.

I would say that if you were able to reach the final stage TC interview, I'd trust that you would get through with other firms.

 

[SiriCyber]

White & Case Video interview​

appreciate to get tips.
Thanks and good luck for all

 

[BonanzaBih_]

Still nothing from TLT? Does anyone know anything about their timeline?

 

[studentdelaw786]

Hi all, I hope you’re all well!!

I have been invited to a Life at Mayer Brown Trainee Job Simulation as part of my direct TC application!

Can anyone please offer me some detailed tips and advice to doing well in this?

I’d be really grateful for the help

 

[EzeLaylor]

TLT rejection just now - literally don’t even remember applying 😂

 

[johnnn821]

TLT Rejection post-app also. They even sent me a text message saying they sent me an email. Thought it was an interview. Oh well

 

[mat123]

Hi,

Does anyone know any particular organisations or groups through which I can do mock video interviews, assessment centres and interviews specifically for TC applications? I know that TCLA and Aspiring Solicitors offer these but I'm just eager to know what else is out there to get some practice in and to sign up before the cycle starts!

Thanks!

 

[LillyandSilver]

Hiya, does anyone know about Maples Teesdale? Asking for a friend.

 

[hehostressed]

Anyone heard back from Browne Jacobson

 

[tealzeal]

anyone heard back from hogan lovells after the wg?

 

[Zaakir]

Anyone heard from Paul Hastings or K&L gates?

 

[AmberLawApply]

Anyone heard back from Browne Jacobson

I got an email saying that they’re changing their training contract structure and asking if I still wanted to proceed.

 

[TrainingContract2024]

Still haven't heard anything from W&C post-application, do people think it's safe to assume that it's going to be a rejection given that people have been receiving VI invitations this week?

that's what i think as well, because several people have already been offered ACs, but honestly not sure.

 

[A worried graduate]

Rejected by Slaughter and May for a direct TC post interview. Not ideal, especially since they are the firm that I have had the most experiences and interactions with, and this rejection essentially means they won't reinvite me to interviews on subsequent applications unless there's a significant difference in my application. Freshfields also rejected me without reaching the WG test even after I put a lot of effort into that application.

Been feeling a lot of self-doubt.

I'll probably apply to the A&O Shearman winter scheme next, does anyone know if it's a rolling application? Also would you still recommend applying when I have literally zero experiences with the firm?

Why won’t they send me my post app PFO yet if you’ve had an interview

 

[TC seeker]

Rejected by Slaughter and May for a direct TC post interview. Not ideal, especially since they are the firm that I have had the most experiences and interactions with, and this rejection essentially means they won't reinvite me to interviews on subsequent applications unless there's a significant difference in my application. Freshfields also rejected me without reaching the WG test even after I put a lot of effort into that application.

Been feeling a lot of self-doubt.

I'll probably apply to the A&O Shearman winter scheme next, does anyone know if it's a rolling application? Also would you still recommend applying when I have literally zero experiences with the firm?

Can I PM you some questions about Slaughter and May's interview?

 

[studentdelaw786]

Hi all,

Can anyone please offer advice on the Mayer Brown Job Simulation exercise?

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

[StewartJones]

How did people feel about the McQuaig Mental Agility Test? The non-numerical ones were far easier compared to the sequence ones