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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Abbie Whitlock" data-source="post: 248156" data-attributes="member: 42112">Hello!I'm doing well, thank you - hope you are too! No problem at all <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile    :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" />This is a great question, and that is a huge achievement! Yes, I'd say it is absolutely fine to use a personal example, especially one like this. "Biggest achievement" doesn't have to be related to your work or career goals, and assessors are generally looking for traits such as resilience, initiative, self-motivation, ability to overcome challenge, and personal growth. When I answered a similar question in the past, my example was achieving a First in a particular module at uni - whilst this wasn't a stereotypical 'achievement' or 'award', it was a personal achievement to me as it involved a lot of public speaking, which I always struggled with.Your example of moving from Poland, learning English, adapting to a new education system and then going on to complete an LLB and LLM doesn't seem generic at all! I'd say it shows lots of traits that the graduate recruitment team will be looking for, including adaptability, courage, and a sustained effort and commitment over several years.The key is how you frame it, and I'd try to avoid just listing what happened. Instead, structure it clearly as:<ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">The challenge (e.g. relocating, language barrier, cultural adjustment)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">The actions you took (e.g. actively improving your English, seeking support, pushing yourself academically)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">The outcome (e.g. your academic success, increased confidence, and independence)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">The skills that you developed as a result (e.g. resilience, adaptability, discipline, etc.)</li> </ul>You could also potentially briefly link it back to why that matters in a legal career, and this can show why you are a good fit for this career path. Overall, I don't think it is generic at all - it is a genuine answer that is personal, reflective, and impressive! Best of luck! <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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