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<blockquote data-quote="Abbie Whitlock" data-source="post: 217874" data-attributes="member: 42112"><p>Hey!</p><p></p><p>I'd definitely still encourage you to apply. Firms such as HSF Kramer state their academic requirements because they are looking for consistency, but they will also take a holistic view of applications. A couple of 2:2s among an otherwise strong transcript full of 2:1s and firsts isn't usually going to close the door, especially if you can explain the context.</p><p></p><p>Lockdown disruptions (like internet issues) were a real challenge for a lot of students, and the graduate recruitment team will be aware of this. If it comes up in an interview, you can frame it honestly but briefly - e.g. mention the disruption, and focus on how your later grades demonstrate resilience and a strong upward trajectory.</p><p></p><p>Ultimately, if you meet the general standard and have a strong application with experiences, skills, and motivation for law, those will carry a lot of weight too! I would definitely still apply if HSF Kramer is a firm you'd like to work at <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: 217874, member: 42112"] Hey! I'd definitely still encourage you to apply. Firms such as HSF Kramer state their academic requirements because they are looking for consistency, but they will also take a holistic view of applications. A couple of 2:2s among an otherwise strong transcript full of 2:1s and firsts isn't usually going to close the door, especially if you can explain the context. Lockdown disruptions (like internet issues) were a real challenge for a lot of students, and the graduate recruitment team will be aware of this. If it comes up in an interview, you can frame it honestly but briefly - e.g. mention the disruption, and focus on how your later grades demonstrate resilience and a strong upward trajectory. Ultimately, if you meet the general standard and have a strong application with experiences, skills, and motivation for law, those will carry a lot of weight too! I would definitely still apply if HSF Kramer is a firm you'd like to work at :) [/QUOTE]
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