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Applications, Interviews & Assessments

• "There was only one interview with two partners followed by a coffee discussion with a current trainee. The interview was one hour long and combined general questions about my interests, my studies to date, and then focused problem-solving questions." -- Trainee
• "When I interviewed, I had one interview with two partners followed by a lunch with associates. Now, however, I believe there are various tests which candidates must sit – all fairly standard I would expect." -- Newly qualified solicitor
• "There was just one round of interview and some online aptitude tests. This doesn't mean that it was easier than other firms..." -- Trainee

• "One round, one interview and a test. Two partners in the interview and no HR." -- Trainee
• "There was one round of interview with two partners. There was no assessment day, the questions at interview ranged from the technical to the commercial to the personal." -- Trainee
• "There is one interview with two partners and a verbal reasoning test. Questions at my interview related to my CV, career plans, and some technical questions concerning current awareness and my Master thesis. The interview was not stressful as the partners were very nice." -- Trainee

Tips & Advice for Graduates

• "The academic requirements looked for are typically high. The firm did use to be a structured finance niche, but now it has diversified into other areas. All candidates would need to have a distinct interest in working in commercial law." -- Newly qualified solicitor
• "Be up to date on current developments in the business and finance world. Read the business pages of a broad sheet newspaper and the FT if possible." -- Trainee
• "While a good academic record is required, a candidate who participates in (and is able to talk about) non academic interests and activities would do well." -- Trainee
• "Although the firm does look to universities other than Oxbridge, you should have the highest possible academic achievements you can, and also be able to demonstrate a range of extracurricular activities." -- Trainee

• "Hard working, sociable and friendly. Minimum grades at A-level and degree must be achieved, but no particular universities." -- Newly qualified solicitor
• "Though the firm looks for strong academics results, they also want people who will make a good fit. You need to be able to demonstrate an ability to think on your feet and an interest in the work the firm does." -- Trainee
• "My firm is looking for people who are bright, and have outstanding academic qualifications. People who are interested in the commercial world, and the world of finance in particular. People who are sociable. You’ll need to have a minimum of three A-levels (at least two A grades and one B), and to have (or be expected to achieve) at least a 2:1 degree or equivalent (not necessarily in law). My firm hires trainees from various universities if they fulfil the above criteria." -- Trainee

What made you choose your firm?

• "We often work opposite Magic Circle firms therefore you have exposure to high quality work but amongst a smaller intake, ensuring you get good exposure to good quality work whilst not being lost in the crowd." -- Trainee
• "Outstanding reputation, small intake of trainees – 10 per year, high quality work, headquarters in Chicago, great perks and rewarding salary." -- Trainee
• "Small firm, but excellent ‘Magic Circle’ level work." -- Trainee
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• "I thought the firm would offer top-end commercial work in a smaller, more intimate environment where a trainee or junior associate could make a larger impression." -- Newly qualified solicitor
• "The firm culture, size and areas of work focus." -- Newly qualified solicitor
• "They have a good reputation in the work they do, especially in the financial sector. I am quite interested in the work they do." -- Trainee
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