Law Firm Assessment Centres

If you’ve been invited to a law firm assessment centre, you’ve already done extremely well and are just one step away from a training contract offer. However, assessment centres can be challenging to prepare for, especially when they vary significantly between firms.

This section of the site is here to help you understand common elements of assessment centres and to show you how to prepare for them with confidence.

As a former commercial lawyer turned law career coach, I’ve supported 100s of aspiring solicitors through law firm assessment centres. Over time, I’ve noticed the same questions come up:

• What exactly will I be assessed on?
• How should I approach each exercise?
• How can I prepare for and practice key tests and exercises?

Here, I share with you my in-depth articles and practical advice, covering common elements such as group exercises, presentations, and psychometric tests like the Watson-Glaser and verbal reasoning tests.

I’ve also included strategies to help you stay calm under pressure and show the firms what they really want to see: structured thinking, sound judgement, and other relevant attributes.

Whether you’re facing your first law firm assessment centre or trying to improve your performance after a rejection, these articles are designed to support your preparation and help you stand out from other AC candidates.

Begin with my AC essential guide or explore the specific exercises below.