For myself, I usually remind myself that I have done my best to submit the applications and that there are a lot of things that we cannot control. So it is better to focus on other applications, so as to maximise my chances to get that one 'YES'.
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thanks so much!A mix of competency/strength-based and motivational questions + commercial awareness (e.g. news story, recent deal). We talked for 30-35 minute, they were super nice and the conversation went smoothly. Overall, a very positive experience!
Thank you both! @machingkiubrian1234 that's a great approach to have- I'll try and have that mentality. @c-lear , good luck with your masters! It's really good to know I'm not alone in this
How long after sending an application does Hogan Lovells send a Watson Glaser invite? And if it's been a week since application submission, should I email the grad recruitment team?
Idk what I'm doing wrong! this for Freshfields appreciate any help! I made sure everything is filled out as well.
What are some challenges to law firms in 2022 and how would be go about researching this? thanks!
Yes, they invite you for a video interview if you match the strengths they are looking for after you complete the SJT!
@Veep9 Try to do something non-law/non-apps related in the run-up to the VI. If I was ever nervous before an interview, and this will sound silly but it always worked, I would put on some music and dance it out. There was something about providing a physical output for my internal stress that would help calm me down and approach the interview with focus.
Concentrating on three things will also help- look into the camera so you're not distracted by yourself on the screen, actively maintain an even tone while talking so you don't feel rushed and jot down points you want to mention on a piece of paper/sticky note so you can glance at it if you feel you're blanking.
You've got this 💪
I think @c-lear and @machingkiubrian1234 have given you some fantastic advice 👏👏👏 The only thing I'd like to say is that it's absolutely normal to feel anxious/stressed about the outcome of your applications so don't be too hard on yourself to feel some other way- it'll just cause more unnecessary stress. Definitely try to manage it though- engage in your hobbies/interests, spend time with your family and friends and explore things you do/can do outside of being an aspiring solicitor. For me, one of these things was painting and I can promise you that although I channelled all the stress and anxiety I was feeling into littering my home with my amateur artwork (sorry mum and dad 😅), it also served as the best, most calming and unintentionally productive distraction.
For this application question - We’d love to know why you are motivated to pursue a career in a commercial law firm, in particular Squire Patton Boggs? (200 words)
Should I discuss why commercial law and why this firm both or just discuss why this firm as the word count is so low.
Should I discuss why commercial law and why this firm both or just discuss why this firm as the word count is so low.
I would go with why this firm because of the 'in particular' wording.
I thought diversity would be a challenge after reading some recent articles.
I also thought technology would be a challenge but I know the use of tech was a challenege for 2021 due to covid and wfh. But i'm not sure if it would still be relevant to talk about in 2022 😅
Has anyone still not heard from DLA - London office after WG?
Took me around a month! 😊
What I'd recommend you to do is simply input 'challenges for law firms in 2022' on Google and go from there. Also, think of some of the biggest business news stories from last year- whether it was the boom in logistics and supply chain management or the stress faced by the retail, hospitality and aviation sectors. What opportunities and challenges did these create for law firms and their clients? How would they impact a firm's expansion strategy, revenue, practice areas that may face a dearth of work, changes that may need to be introduced to the firm's working culture etc.
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