Do you have any tips? It might sound obvious but be your authentic self in your application and at the interview! You will get to know your judicial officer very well and they you, so don’t try to be someone you’re not. As you can imagine, family law is a very human area of law and emotions can run high, so good EQ helps. When it comes to your legal skills, honing your research and writing skills will help a lot. If you can get involved in editing journals through Blackstone, other student groups, or through the law review unit, that will be well regarded. I’d also recommend getting involved in the mooting competitions, especially since they’re so much fun! The other thing that will make you stand out is showing you have an interest in the area. Family law is a fascinating area of practice since it draws in many other areas of law like equity, trusts, and parts of international law like the Hague Convention.`
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