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You may want to put your work experience first then, but I could still include this academic detail. It’s very important, especially given the strong correlation between stronger academic results and passing the SQE.
Thank you Jessica, I already completed my LPC years ago, I am attempting to reapply to firm I had sent my CV before, the old CV had my classification of my degree , GDL and LPC do I need to do a breakdown of every module I have ever had even If I have worked for over a decade is my question?
Not necessarily every module, but highlighting strengths in your academics beyond your overall grade is probably worthwhile, especially if you can tie what you learned to the career you are pursuing.
I generally feel the narration of the situation is rarely needed. You don’t need to detail the entire situation - just key details like when and where it was. The “T” should then explain the situations purpose.
Thank you for your answer, Jessica. Just a follow-up question here, there is also a part called 'Reflection' wherein people reflect on their key learnings. Do you think it's neccessary for all answers or only where we think we have significant learnings?
A reflection isn’t just about a learning, it can also be about your own reflections on the situation - how you felt about it for instance. But yes I would try to include this detail in some format as it shows more about your character rather than just your abilities.
Check Chambers and Partners UK, Legal 500 and legal cheek if they have a profile on there and the lawyer. Also check their socials like twitter and linkedin. Hope that is helpful.
No - this wouldn’t be a “why me” section - this is more of a factual representation of what you have done within these categories.
