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Message: <blockquote data-quote="vera.mekhonoshina" data-source="post: 216264" data-attributes="member: 30780">Hi [USER=40193]@CupOfTea17[/USER] First things first, I want to reassure you that it is 100% possible to get a vacation scheme/ training contract without legal work experience. However, it is worth bearing in mind that law firms will expect a deep level of understanding of what a commercial solicitor does and why this type of work attracts you, so it's definitely worth researching different practice areas and understanding the day-to-day work that solicitors in those areas do. You can definitely present your non-legal work experience as an asset by illuminating the transferable skills that you developed <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile    :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /> You can start by considering the types of qualities that every lawyer needs, such as: - Attention to detail - Communication (both written and oral)- Analytical skills - Collaboration - Problem-solving Then, you would want to highlight those skills through the prism of your work experiences! Don't let your non-law background keep you from applying - I have been in the same boat, and trust me - your non-legal experiences are an asset. Good luck!</blockquote>

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