The covering letter should be brief and certainly contained on a single sheet of paper. It should identify who you are and record that you want to apply for the position. It should have a strong final paragraph, summing up what you can do for the company.
How to be a fantastic trainee solicitor/junior lawyer You're enthusiastic. I've said it before, but I really do think that the juniors who stand out are positive and have a great attitude. You're proactive. You're reliable. You're resilient. You're personable. You're visible.
How to make your training contract applications stand out Think about what makes you, uniquely you. Be ruthless -- edit or delete any generic statements. Mention your previous interactions with the firm, no matter how small. Deploy all your hard work on building commercial awareness.
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