Addleshaw Goddard

[S87]

Hi Guys,

I am trying to answer to this question: Collaboration is everything here at AG, we're a forward thinking organisation where talented people come together to solve complex problems for our clients, if you were recommending the firm to a potential new client – what would you describe as our most unique selling points?

I have various elements to consider such as ability to diversify the firm's business, technology and so on. But, I am struggling with the first part of the question how should i approach it? Should I mention my experience where I collaborated with others?

 

[Arash]

Hi Guys,

I am trying to answer to this question: Collaboration is everything here at AG, we're a forward thinking organisation where talented people come together to solve complex problems for our clients, if you were recommending the firm to a potential new client – what would you describe as our most unique selling points?

I have various elements to consider such as ability to diversify the firm's business, technology and so on. But, I am struggling with the first part of the question how should i approach it? Should I mention my experience where I collaborated with others?

Hi S
I'm looking to apply to AG and was searching around and found their Youtube channel , you might find some hints in their training related vids. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWrUaf5LUgi8ItTwLxaaXKw

 

[Changes]

I don’t see a first part of the question, it just says what would you describe as our most unique selling points?

 

[S87]

I don’t see a first part of the question, it just says what would you describe as our most unique selling points?

it is in the direct tc app

 

[Jessica Booker]

Hi Guys,

I am trying to answer to this question: Collaboration is everything here at AG, we're a forward thinking organisation where talented people come together to solve complex problems for our clients, if you were recommending the firm to a potential new client – what would you describe as our most unique selling points?

I have various elements to consider such as ability to diversify the firm's business, technology and so on. But, I am struggling with the first part of the question how should i approach it? Should I mention my experience where I collaborated with others?

no - the question is not asking you to do this.

 

[S87]

no - the question is not asking you to do this.

Thank you so much

 

[Jaysen]

Hi Guys,

I am trying to answer to this question: Collaboration is everything here at AG, we're a forward thinking organisation where talented people come together to solve complex problems for our clients, if you were recommending the firm to a potential new client – what would you describe as our most unique selling points?

I have various elements to consider such as ability to diversify the firm's business, technology and so on. But, I am struggling with the first part of the question how should i approach it? Should I mention my experience where I collaborated with others?

The first part is just giving you some context to the question.

I'd just flag, I see quite a few applicants approach this from the angle of how law firms can generally market themselves. Just make sure you're first taking the time to research AG and what makes it unique; this is an opportunity for you to show that you understand the firm and what makes it different.

Also note that the question is asking about how you'd recommend the firm to a potential new client, so consider what would be important here from their perspective.

 

[S87]

The first part is just giving you some context to the question.

I'd just flag, I see quite a few applicants approach this from the angle of how law firms can generally market themselves. Just make sure you're first taking the time to research AG and what makes it unique; this is an opportunity for you to show that you understand the firm and what makes it different.

Also note that the question is asking about how you'd recommend the firm to a potential new client, so consider what would be important here from their perspective.

Thank you so much

 

[Alice G]

just to add my two cents here - try to stick to maybe 2 or 3 points here as you really want to be showing some analysis. As Jaysen said, it is a new client so show an appreciation of what that might mean and always remember that a client's needs come first. You also want to be making sure that whatever you discuss is truly unique to Addleshaw Goddard - try not discuss things like a full service offering on a surface level because this is not unique to them. Really deep dive into their firm - look at linkedin - what have they shared, what are their lawyers sharing which might give you a glimpse into how they're trying to do things differently. You could also try and search for new clients and think creatively about why you think they might have selected AG as their legal counsel.

 

[S87]

just to add my two cents here - try to stick to maybe 2 or 3 points here as you really want to be showing some analysis. As Jaysen said, it is a new client so show an appreciation of what that might mean and always remember that a client's needs come first. You also want to be making sure that whatever you discuss is truly unique to Addleshaw Goddard - try not discuss things like a full service offering on a surface level because this is not unique to them. Really deep dive into their firm - look at linkedin - what have they shared, what are their lawyers sharing which might give you a glimpse into how they're trying to do things differently. You could also try and search for new clients and think creatively about why you think they might have selected AG as their legal counsel.

Such a good advice!!

You are such a star @Alice G

 

[KS94]

For the "current legal issue" question, does the topic need to be a strictly legal issue or a commercial issue?

I'm sort of struggling with ideas for this as even on the Chambers Student practice areas page most of the issues appear to be commercial issues, rather than legal..

 

[Jessica Booker]

For the "current legal issue" question, does the topic need to be a strictly legal issue or a commercial issue?

I'm sort of struggling with ideas for this as even on the Chambers Student practice areas page most of the issues appear to be commercial issues, rather than legal..

What’s the specific wording of the question?

 

[Jessica Booker]

Please choose a current legal issue that interests you and describe how it affects/may affect one of our key practice areas? (250 words)

To me that is very much suggesting legal first but that the “commercial” implications will come from it given the “affects one of our key practice areas”.

 

[KS94]

To me that is very much suggesting legal first but that the “commercial” implications will come from it given the “affects one of our key practice areas”.

Thanks Jessica.

For some reason I'm really finding myself struggling with this. It's probably a standard question for most but I feel like I'm banging my head against a wall.

I've found AG's key practice areas, found a few legal issues, but they just don't seem like they will have the depth I need for this. For example, Brexit is a huge one but I'm sure everyone's had enough of it now. Really stuck at the moment.

 

[Jessica Booker]

Thanks Jessica.

For some reason I'm really finding myself struggling with this. It's probably a standard question for most but I feel like I'm banging my head against a wall.

I've found AG's key practice areas, found a few legal issues, but they just don't seem like they will have the depth I need for this. For example, Brexit is a huge one but I'm sure everyone's had enough of it now. Really stuck at the moment.

Is there something more specific within Brexit though? A particular legislative change you could focus on? What particular commercial matters interest you, and then work backwards to find the legislation around it.