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Message: <blockquote data-quote="S1kumo" data-source="post: 229031" data-attributes="member: 43467">Hey [USER=42101]@blipken[/USER],I thought, as a future trainee, it might be helpful if I replied to this and offered some advice. Firstly, I think every point you make needs to be specific to the firm and linked back to yourself and your own motivations.  Your first point about Skadden's reputation is good, but when you end it by saying "I want to work at a firm that shares this approach to work", it makes it seem a little broad and as if it could be applicable to a variety of different firms as opposed to Skadden specifically. I'd suggest starting with your point, e.g., Skadden's reputation, followed by where you learned this (speaking with an associate), why this appeals to you, and then what this will mean for you as a trainee at Skadden specifically. Since your point is focused on being a determined newcomer, perhaps you could link this to the firm's training regimes and how they train incoming lawyers differently from other firms, which will set you up for a rewarding career in the formative years of your career.Secondly, I think signposting is always useful, but I personally only use the "there are two reasons..." model when writing in a cover letter. I think, as applications are usually more limited in words, it might be worth getting straight into the "meat" of your answer by starting with "I am drawn to..." and then following up in your second paragraph with "Equally". Finally, I like your second paragraph, but I think you could zoom in on a specific transaction and the specific aspect of this which stood out to you to demonstrate your interest in the firm's Fintech M&A capabilities. Additionally, you may want to consider the fact that Skadden is mentioned quite superficially, as opposed to going into depth about your experiences elsewhere. Therefore, restructuring this to make Skadden the focus might help. The last thing I noticed was that both your Skadden points are practice area/revenue focused, whereas you could potentially zoom in on a different aspect alongside this, such as the use of AI, pro bono work, training, or international opportunities, etc.I hope this helps!<img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile    :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></blockquote>

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