I applied online. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Thorntons Law (Edinburgh, Scotland) in Jan 2024
Interview
It was challenging- presentation and interviews. It felt too much. No proper feedback. No proper training. Expectations are high. Not a diverse company. They try but unsuccessful. Good opportunities but no time for it.
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I applied online. I interviewed at Thorntons Law (Dundee, Scotland) in Nov 2021
Interview
One online interview with HR manager approx 30 mins. Questions about myself, legal knowledge and company.
One in person presentation (5 mins) and interview with several partners approx 45 mins. Questions about myself and attributes, scenarios and knowledge of company.
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Thorntons Law (Dundee, Scotland) in Oct 2018
Interview
Online application, first round interview with 2 HR team, 2nd round interview with 6 partners, 1 HR team, and psychometric testing.
2 members of the HR team are helpful and put you at ease.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell us about yourself?
Why do you want a career as a lawyer?
Why do you want to train at thorntons?
What are the most important factors you look at when applying for traineeships?
What area of law are you particularly drawn to?
Who do you think are Thornton’s main competitors and what do you think makes us stand out?
Where have you found most of your information?
Where did you find out about Thorntons?
What are the most important qualities for a good solicitor to have and why?
What steps do you take to build a good relationship with a client: be knowledgeable
What skills and qualities have you contributed to teams you have been a part of?
The biggest challenge and how have you overcome it?
Fast forward 10 years from now where do you see yourself professionally?
What law do you think should be reformed or changed?
Why should we offer you one of our traineeships?
What does success look like for you?