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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Amma Usman" data-source="post: 188971" data-attributes="member: 36740">Hey [USER=29814]@-legal-[/USER] ,Thanks for sharing. It looks really good. I have a few additional comments below;<ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Some parts could be shortened to convey the same points in fewer words. This will ensure you hit the nail on the head and explain less of how you felt doing the tasks, and more of what you specifically did and/or any results obtained. How you feel is better included in the ‘why law’ answer. </li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">I usually use a combination of prose and bullet points to write the work experience section. I’ve included a specific example below using the well-written statement you provided above.</li> </ul>Example:- Shadowed a team of lawyers, primarily focusing on medical negligence cases. - Gained a comprehensive view of legal practice, from case preparation to courtroom proceedings. - Observed daily tasks, including contract drafting and case preparation.- Attended court sessions, gaining an insight into how lawyers approach hearings and trials. How do lawyers approach hearings and trials? Being specific here on what you observed will be great- Closely observed the processes involved in drafting documents and the early preparation needed for cases. Are there any specific softwares used to draft these documents?Any legislation/research tools like LexisNexis? Name them. The following points you included will be more suited to an answer on why commercial law:NOTE: I especially liked how you included supervisor feedback as it showcases great proactivity and a commitment to continuous learning. What I found most engaging was attending court, where I could see the dynamic nature of legal argumentation. I was struck by how lawyers adapted their tone, body language, and choice of words to suit different audiences, from judges to opposing counsel. The balance of assertiveness, respect, and strategic adjustment in their delivery inspired me, and I appreciated the skill required to present complex information with clarity and impact.This experience reinforced my enthusiasm for the legal profession, particularly in roles that require both analytical skills and effective communication. I gained a deeper appreciation for attention to detail and strategic adaptability. My supervisor recognised my keen interest and dedication, giving me additional opportunities to observe client meetings.I also recommend decreasing the use of words such as ‘struck’ as these may come across as too flowery. In answering why commercial law using the points above, you could also focus on why attending court appealed to you specifically. Did it spark an interest in litigation/arbitration? Are you applying to a firm that has a strong presence in contentious work? Including this in the why law section will enable you to build on it more fluidly in the ‘why X firm’ section.</blockquote>

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