I applied 14/12 2 days b4 the deadline.Did anyone who got the Goodwin VI apply close to the deadline?
I applied 14/12 2 days b4 the deadline.Did anyone who got the Goodwin VI apply close to the deadline?
As a British English person, ‘drafting’ is the correct way to spell it in almost all circumstances. Never heard anybody use or say the word ‘draughting’ in modern day context, so really be careful with that one! Hope this helps![]()
Oh okay perfect thank you! It came up underlined in red in a grammar checker so I googled it and it said "drafting" was American English and "draughting" was British English so I was just double checking, but "drafting" does look better 😂I use 'drafting'. The only circumstances where I have seen 'draught' used are either in reference to windiness or a draughting table. Either way, I have not seen the verb form used in quite some time.
The OED seems to agree that 'to draught' is rarely used, even in British English:
"Even in British English, use of the spelling draught is now rare, although it is still occasionally found, chiefly in [the verb form]. The loss of the spelling distinction in the verb (but not the noun) probably results from the fact that the senses of the verb in which draught might have been preferred are much less common than the others." [emphasis added]
As the OED says, 'to draught' is occasionally still used. A recent example can be found in a piece in The Guardian from 2014:
""My partners all draw like a dream," grins Rogers, who is open about his dyslexia and poor draughting skills..."
In sum, it is perfectly legitimate to use 'to draught'. However, it is highly uncommon.
Am*rican English is the bane of my existence 🤣Oh okay perfect thank you! It came up underlined in red in a grammar checker so I googled it and it said "drafting" was American English and "draughting" was British English so I was just double checking, but "drafting" does look better 😂
I wouldn't write it off yet honestly, I got my Weil VI one week after everyone else did so anything is possibleSame but I didn't get a VI invite so guess its a PFO![]()
Congrats, I still haven't heard after first round of tests. How early did you apply / complete test and Job sim?Mayer Brown AC Invite!! Any advice on it would be helpful!!
oh mine too 😂😂Am*rican English is the bane of my existence 🤣
Draughting is not the correct term for writing something. Although draughting is the correct UK English spelling, it has various meanings but none are association with writing. Most of the definitions relate to the movement or air or liquid.Do people use "drafting" or "draughting" in their answers? I know "draughting" is the correct British English spelling but it just looks so weird, and I don't know if it's actually that common practice?
When did you complete the job simulator?Mayer Brown AC Invite!! Any advice on it would be helpful!!
Hi I completed mine on the 20th December!When did you complete the job simulator?
AG voice interview invite!Applied 25/12.
Applied 29/10Congrats, I still haven't heard after first round of tests. How early did you apply / complete test and Job sim?
Do you think I applied too late ( 23/11, completed tests - 11/12, heard nothing after )Applied 29/10
Job sim 20/12
Thank you.Hi I completed mine on the 20th December!
Congrats on the AG voice interview![]()
I've been struggling securing a paralegal position, despite applying to a lot of firms. Do you mind if I private messaged you for advice on these applications?Hopeful for 2025 - Honestly TCLA has been a Godsend, a blessing with so much useful guidance and support.
I applied for 1 VAC scheme with DLA and managed to secure a place on the summer internship - hopefully, a TC to come.
I accepted an offer and contract for a paralegal role at an international firm.
I hope everyone reaches their goal and target.