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Hi! I’d structure it like this: choose 2–3 clear USPs of the scheme (the environment might not be the best to mention, since you haven’t...
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Very well done! Honestly do not be worried at all if it takes you a while to get your why commercial law answer right, it's not...
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Not as far as I'm aware. I don't think there's any reliable AI detection software out there at the moment (too many false positives, as...
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Hi! When answering "Why our firm?" questions, it’s definitely appropriate to mention conversations you’ve had with people at the firm —...
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Hi! Good question. I’d say that the key to answering this question effectively is not as much about focusing on a specific law firm...
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Hey there, @Lawlife5! This is a really good question, and I know that the task of developing your commercial awareness from scratch...
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Thank you @vera.mekhonoshina that was really helpful!
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Hi @Moo&mak - that's exactly right! You can say something along the lines of 'A highlight of this experience was doing XYZ', and then...
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Hi @BuddyingLawyer744, I used to wonder the same when I was applying! I also had multiple positions where I struggled to fill the...
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Hi @Sachin Chandra, Great question! Given that you only have 250 words and multiple sub-questions to answer, I would recommend...
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Hi Vera, thanks a lot for your helpful advice! I'll proceed on the assumption that I cannot re-record my submissions.
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Hey there, @ashwright! I love your positive mindset and fighting spirit - keep it up! When it comes to writing great work...
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Hi @CupOfTea17 First things first, I want to reassure you that it is 100% possible to get a vacation scheme/ training contract without...
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Hi guys, it is a new cycle! I hope everyone reading this best of luck in this cycle!
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