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Hi Abbie, I had a quick question about an application prompt: The world is changing in the legal sector - how do you think the profession is changing? Do you think it’s too niche to focus on the rise of blockchain in IP, even though the firm has a strong IP practice? I’m wondering whether it’s safer to take a broader approach instead.
Abbie Whitlock
Hey!

Great question - if you pop this in the Vacation Scheme or Direct TC discussion thread, I'd be happy to write a more detailed response there (just in case others are curious about the answer too!) :)
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perfect thank you so much - just posted
hey congrats on your simmons ac!!! I was just wondering what did you talk about for the changes in legal sector q?
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Thanks, I talked about the movement towards ESG standards
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ah cool - thanks for responding. i hope the ac goes well!
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I think I did terrible with my WGT. FML.

It could have been much better man, FFS😭😭😭😭
I'm so stressed and worried about this WGT.

I can't even enjoy the joy of getting past the first round of screening for the first time, as I barely have 2 days to complete the test. And all of th efforts for a successful application means nothing if I can't get past this test.

I hope I can make it out of the woods!
Not something related to VS/TC, but the consulting firms tests are scarier than the law firms tests...

After having an exposure to that, I'm kinda accepting that law firm tests are more inclusive and adaptive. Consulting firms offer unreasonable timings for longer questions!

And it's welcoming to see firms adapting bespoke tests
Hi! I hope you are doing well?

Would you be able to please provide insights to how many questions are asked.

Additionally, whether the questions revolve about the motivations for a career at the firm and questions where I can showcase my strengths?

Thank you so much - I really appreciate it!
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I haven’t done it yet! I was wondering the same thing
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