Log in
Register
Search
Search titles only
By:
Search titles only
By:
Log in
Register
Search
Search titles only
By:
Search titles only
By:
More options
Toggle width
Share this page
Share this page
Share
Facebook
Twitter
Reddit
Pinterest
Tumblr
WhatsApp
Email
Share
Link
Menu
Install the app
Install
Forum Home
Law Firms
Wiki
Events
Deadlines
Members
Leaderboards
Apply to Paul, Weiss
Premium Database
TCLA Premium:
Now half price (£30/month). Applications, interviews, commercial awareness + 700+ examples.
Join →
Forum Home
Welcome To TCLA!
Introduce Yourself Here!
Seeking Advice on Next Steps After Graduation
JavaScript is disabled. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding.
You are using an out of date browser. It may not display this or other websites correctly.
You should upgrade or use an
alternative browser
.
Reply to thread
Message
<blockquote data-quote="ZNadeem" data-source="post: 216154" data-attributes="member: 40237"><p>Standing out really comes down to having a clear, strong structure!</p><p></p><p>For <strong>motivational questions</strong> (like “Why our firm?” or “Why commercial law?”), the <strong>PEA</strong> structure works best:</p><p></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Point</strong>: Start with a clear statement of your main idea.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Evidence</strong>: Support it with concrete examples from your experiences, studies, or research.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Analysis</strong>: Explain why this matters to you and how it connects to the firm or role. This shows self-awareness and genuine interest rather than generic statements.</li> </ul><p>For <strong>competency questions</strong> (like teamwork, problem-solving, or leadership), use the <strong>STAR</strong> method:</p><p></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Situation</strong>: Set the scene for your example.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Task</strong>: Explain what your responsibility or challenge was.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Action</strong>: Describe exactly what you did, focusing on your personal contribution.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Result</strong>: Share the outcome, ideally with measurable or impactful results, and reflect on what you learned.</li> </ul><p>Finally, your <strong>work experience section</strong> is often overlooked but can make a huge difference. Don’t just list roles or duties — briefly explain:</p><p></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">What you actually did</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">How you did it</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Any challenges you overcame</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Key skills you developed (optional depending on word limit)</li> </ul></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="ZNadeem, post: 216154, member: 40237"] Standing out really comes down to having a clear, strong structure! For [B]motivational questions[/B] (like “Why our firm?” or “Why commercial law?”), the [B]PEA[/B] structure works best: [LIST] [*][B]Point[/B]: Start with a clear statement of your main idea. [*][B]Evidence[/B]: Support it with concrete examples from your experiences, studies, or research. [*][B]Analysis[/B]: Explain why this matters to you and how it connects to the firm or role. This shows self-awareness and genuine interest rather than generic statements. [/LIST] For [B]competency questions[/B] (like teamwork, problem-solving, or leadership), use the [B]STAR[/B] method: [LIST] [*][B]Situation[/B]: Set the scene for your example. [*][B]Task[/B]: Explain what your responsibility or challenge was. [*][B]Action[/B]: Describe exactly what you did, focusing on your personal contribution. [*][B]Result[/B]: Share the outcome, ideally with measurable or impactful results, and reflect on what you learned. [/LIST] Finally, your [B]work experience section[/B] is often overlooked but can make a huge difference. Don’t just list roles or duties — briefly explain: [LIST] [*]What you actually did [*]How you did it [*]Any challenges you overcame [*]Key skills you developed (optional depending on word limit) [/LIST] [/QUOTE]
Insert quotes…
Verification
Our company is called, "The Corporate ___ Academy". What is the missing word here?
Post reply
Forum Home
Welcome To TCLA!
Introduce Yourself Here!
Seeking Advice on Next Steps After Graduation
Top
Bottom
This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
Accept
Learn more…
