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    Why are you interested in a career as a commercial lawyer?: Answer feedback

    Opening this up to feedback from anyone on the forum: - I want to make it personal and genuine and this is pretty much the main reason for interest - Please let me know any feedback I am interested in a career as a commercial lawyer because it requires application of the law to solve business...
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    Why do you want to become a commercial lawyer - As a non law student with no legal experience/ events/ opportunities

    Hey everyone! I just wanted to post a new thread since I am struggling with the question, "why do you want to study commercial law?" As a non-law student, this question is much harder than expected. I do not have any legal experience that could have sparked the interest. I am struggling to...

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