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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
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<blockquote data-quote="Abbie Whitlock" data-source="post: 221151" data-attributes="member: 42112"><p>Hi!</p><p></p><p>I’d include a mix of both! Definitely mention your paralegal experience and any insight days since they show commitment and understanding of the profession, but I would avoid discussing only legal stuff. Many law firms value well-rounded candidates, including Fieldfisher, so adding a few personal interests or extracurriculars that genuinely matter to you will help show personality and balance.</p><p></p><p>I would maybe start with the legal experiences (and what you gained from them), and then finish with a few hobbies or things that make you stand out. It doesn’t have to be super formal - they just want to get an idea of who you are beyond your CV! <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Abbie Whitlock, post: 221151, member: 42112"] Hi! I’d include a mix of both! Definitely mention your paralegal experience and any insight days since they show commitment and understanding of the profession, but I would avoid discussing only legal stuff. Many law firms value well-rounded candidates, including Fieldfisher, so adding a few personal interests or extracurriculars that genuinely matter to you will help show personality and balance. I would maybe start with the legal experiences (and what you gained from them), and then finish with a few hobbies or things that make you stand out. It doesn’t have to be super formal - they just want to get an idea of who you are beyond your CV! :) [/QUOTE]
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