Hey!
You're right that it's very similar to a standard 'Why Latham & Watkins?' question, but it's not exactly the same!
"Why would you choose to train at Latham & Watkins over another firm?" still wants you to discuss your motivations towards the firm, but it expects you to focus on why you'd like to train there by showing some comparison and reflection. It's not just about what makes Latham & Watkins appealing in general, but why it's the right environment for your training and why it stands out from other firms that could offer something similar.
Your structure could look something like:
- Start with what specifically draws you to training at Latham & Watkins (e.g. early responsibility for trainees, international nature of the work, the culture at the firm).
- Then show why those features are particularly important to you and how they distinguish Latham & Watkins from its competitors. I would try to tie in your previous experience and skills here - discuss why it's a good fit for you, both due to your traits and your future career goals.
On your second point - yes, focusing on one really strong point can work really well, especially if you can unpack it from several angles (training style, exposure, culture, your own goals, etc.). It can come across more thoughtful than trying to cram in two or three surface-level points.
However, if you naturally have two distinct and equally strong points, that's fine too - just make sure both are developed properly within the 300-word limit.
I hope that helps, and best of luck with your application!
