Job search tips & networking

Your professional identity may still be taking shape but it’s not too early to start forming a personal brand that is authentic and powerful. Law school is the time to become proactive about your future business and reputation. Employers today often connect with future employees for the first time through their online presence and activity. […]

Finding a job as a 2L or 3L is not without its challenges. The 3L job market is especially competitive and unpredictable. You will come to the realization that there are many factors you won’t be able to control as you search for a job. You will survive bad interviews, disappointments, and a ton of […]

You will likely have the chance to attend a legal conference or two during your time in law school. Legal conferences provide a great opportunity to network, build knowledge, find new tools and resources, and experience a new place or city. So whether you’re invited through a professor, faculty, student group/club or other organization, use […]

Putting a law school resume together probably isn’t anyone’s idea of a good time. The experience can be tedious, to say the least, but it’s important to take the time and effort to get it right. A resume is often the first impression a potential employer will have of you during law school. You want […]

To clerk or not to clerk? Post-graduation clerkships are a popular debate among law students. Although they can be professionally rewarding, a clerkship may not be for everyone. Before you get too far along in your applications, it’s worth reviewing the types of clerkships available to you. Then, hear from people at different stages in […]

If you are fortunate enough to have secured a position, congrats! You’re now in a position to support your classmates as they look for jobs, conduct mock interviews and review interview documents. If, on the other hand, you have yet to secure a position, it’s time to start looking. As a 2L, a summer associate […]

For most 2Ls, the semester begins with a week of non-stop on-campus interviewing (OCI), hopefully resulting in a stellar summer associate offer (or even offers!). You may be a little anxious about tackling your OCI, but don’t worry! We’ve compiled a list of things you’ll need and things you will want to accomplish prior to […]

On-campus interviews, or OCIs, are an opportunity for law firms, government agencies, corporations and other legal employers to visit law schools for their hiring needs. For many students, this may be the first introduction to professional interviewing. Whether you’re new to OCI season or preparing for your next round, there’s always an opportunity to brush […]