Yes I saw this also. I was thinking how am I going to answer in 60 words.Is it just me or is the word count for Withers' application really restrictive? The online form is basically saying I have 60ish words to answer each question (T_T)
Yes I saw this also. I was thinking how am I going to answer in 60 words.Is it just me or is the word count for Withers' application really restrictive? The online form is basically saying I have 60ish words to answer each question (T_T)
Agreed. I get the idea behind it. Makes you focus on the things genuinely important to you. But I think 60 is a little extreme... At that point, you might as well go full Skadden and just stop asking any competency questions lolIs it just me or is the word count for Withers' application really restrictive? The online form is basically saying I have 60ish words to answer each question (T_T)
When I applied it was 2 questions. "any awards or scholarships" and "Your hobbies" - I felt like it was slightly elitist in that obviously the guy from Oxbridge with 2 scholarships and who participates in 15 societies would beat out the guy who can barely find any time out of school or uni because they have to work all week lol. It didn't feel like you could really tell the firm about who you truly are and your passion/skills clearly enough in my opinion.out of curiosity, what did Skadden ask??
I would disagree that it is elitist - I think its about how you position yourself. I am the guy who could barely find time outside of school or uni because they had to work all week but I answer the hobbies questions by being very honest and saying I am limited to time because of the fact I worked 30+ hours a week alongside a full time LLB so I don't partake in sports or societies. However I would show how my part time job aligned to my interest in tech as I worked for a tech company and how it was quite a social job as I was in sales and working in London meant I spent my days talking to people of all different backgrounds and hearing some fantastic stories, I say how I would use the time commuting to read the news and listen to podcasts as I like to know what's going on in the world. IMO when law firms ask for your hobbies they aren't so bothered by what they are they are more thing to find out what motivates you.When I applied it was 2 questions. "any awards or scholarships" and "Your hobbies" - I felt like it was slightly elitist in that obviously the guy from Oxbridge with 2 scholarships and who participates in 15 societies would beat out the guy who can barely find any time out of school or uni because they have to work all week lol. It didn't feel like you could really tell the firm about who you truly are and your passion/skills clearly enough in my opinion.
You have waaaaaaaay more self control than me 😂 I’d just dip to the bathroom to take the call (but your strategy is definitely the better one!!)Having a class rn and Bakers called re:AC result 🤣gotta call them back to find out in an hour
oof difficult to concentrate on my class now
I would pretend someone died if I have to and leave LOLYou have waaaaaaaay more self control than me 😂 I’d just dip to the bathroom to take the call (but your strategy is definitely the better one!!)
I was surprised too! All this waiting is so painful. Hoping for the best for us both!!I am (Forsters! I was on the first AC on Monday (28 Feb) and I specifically remember Emma Cooper (HR) saying we can expect to wait until April for an outcome, which is why I was shocked to see someone on LinkedIn get a vac scheme offer!
Is this for a VS or TC?Having a class rn and Bakers called re:AC result 🤣gotta call them back to find out in an hour
oof difficult to concentrate on my class now
I agree to certain extent but that still passes over the scholarships and prizes question. Plus I have attended skadden open days and met with skadden associates and the diversity is pretty appalling. Part of that is the size but it’s definitely a reflection of the firms hiring practices being tailored to those who had a plan of action earlier on in life/had more recourses. You’re story is super impressive and honestly amazing in my eyes. But I really don’t think asking for scholarships or prizes is a great way of judging character or ability in my opinion. Nor is it a great way to diversify a firms hiring. Just my opinion thoughI would disagree that it is elitist - I think its about how you position yourself. I am the guy who could barely find time outside of school or uni because they had to work all week but I answer the hobbies questions by being very honest and saying I am limited to time because of the fact I worked 30+ hours a week alongside a full time LLB so I don't partake in sports or societies. However I would show how my part time job aligned to my interest in tech as I worked for a tech company and how it was quite a social job as I was in sales and working in London meant I spent my days talking to people of all different backgrounds and hearing some fantastic stories, I say how I would use the time commuting to read the news and listen to podcasts as I like to know what's going on in the world. IMO when law firms ask for your hobbies they aren't so bothered by what they are they are more thing to find out what motivates you.
please update us I am invested hahahaha
just called - Bakers SVS offer hahaHaving a class rn and Bakers called re:AC result 🤣gotta call them back to find out in an hour
oof difficult to concentrate on my class now
Yes I would agree that the entire hiring process is better suited to those that knew what they wanted earlier, I feel incredibly behind in AC's for VS's in particular being in my late 20s when so many of the other candidates are second year law students at 19/20. I didn't even start university until I was older than some people I meet in ACs. I also think although you don't need a RG/Oxbridge degree you do receive much better access to firms and careers advice at those universities so you have to do less work yourself to find the information out.I agree to certain extent but that still passes over the scholarships and prizes question. Plus I have attended skadden open days and met with skadden associates and the diversity is pretty appalling. Part of that is the size but it’s definitely a reflection of the firms hiring practices being tailored to those who had a plan of action earlier on in life/had more recourses. You’re story is super impressive and honestly amazing in my eyes. But I really don’t think asking for scholarships or prizes is a great way of judging character or ability in my opinion. Nor is it a great way to diversify a firms hiring. Just my opinion though