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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Abbie Whitlock" data-source="post: 226297" data-attributes="member: 42112">Hi!That's a really interesting VI question, and I'd say that firms mainly want to see that you understand how the profession is evolving and that you're thinking about your role within that future. A strong answer would usually cover a mix of technology, client expectations, and the changing skill set of lawyers. Some points that I've noted over last cycle / this cycle that you might want to consider including could be:1. Increased use of technology & AI<ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Routine work (such as document review, due diligence, research) will become more automated, potentially altering the role of trainees</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Lawyers will spend more time on strategy, judgement-based work, and relationship-building rather than repetitive or administrative tasks</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Technology isn't replacing lawyers, it is changing their role and what they do</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">With technology handling the grunt work, client relationships and emotional intelligence are becoming core value areas.</li> </ul>2. Data-driven and efficient service delivery<ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">In the digital era, clients are expecting faster and more cost-effective solutions (particularly when AI can do a task instantly!)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Alternative fee structures, legal operations teams and legal project management are all growing within law firms</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Firms that can deliver efficiency to clients through tech and collaboration will likely be seen as more competitive in the market</li> </ul>3. Rise of alternative legal service providers (ALSPs)<ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">There are various new providers that are handling some traditional law firm tasks - such as the Big Four, legal tech startups and outsourced providers</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">This pushes law firms to differentiate, which could be through the quality of their advice, innovation, and sector expertise</li> </ul>4. More cross-disciplinary teams<ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Lawyers are increasingly working more closely with other elements of the firm, such as technologists, data analysts, and compliance specialists</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Soft skills (e.g. commercial awareness, communication, adaptability) are becoming just as important as legal knowledge</li> </ul>5. Increased focus on ESG and global issues<ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Sustainability, ethics, data privacy, and regulation are all shaping what clients need advice on.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">This means that law is becoming more proactive and preventative rather than purely reactive</li> </ul>Therefore, to pull it all together, the future of legal work is likely to be more tech-enabled, collaborative and efficiency-focused, but with a greater emphasis on the human skills that lawyers bring. I'd say that showing you understand this shift, and how this will influence the legal world that you will work in, will be the way to fully address this question.I hope that helps! <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile    :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></blockquote>

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