There are multiple factors to consider when you reviewing an offer: some are logistical and factual, while others are more nuanced, and require deeper reflection into your professional aspirations. You may receive one job offer while waiting for another from a preferred employer. Be sure to acknowledge every job offer promptly and enthusiastically even if you need more time to respond definitively.
Advice
- Holding and Responding to Offers
- Evaluating Offers
- Evaluating Firms for Your Own Success
- Evaluating Firm Stability
- Salary Information
- Splitting the Summer
- Negotiating Offers from Small and Midsized Firms
- Logistics and Terms for Law Firms Offers
- Offer Receptions and Dinners
- Post Offer or Second Look Visits
Resources
- Law Firm Assessment Grid (Word)
- Sample Responses to Common Firm Emails and Calls
- Student Recruiting and Interview Program Policies
- Employer Recruiting Policies and Guidelines
Podcasts and Videos
| Title | Media Type |
|---|---|
| Early Offers | Podcast |
Updates from Hire Ground
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Declining Offers
Receiving multiple offers is exciting, and it can be hard to turn down a great opportunity. However, once you decide you are not really considering a firm, let the firm know right away. It will take no more than a minute to email the recruiting contact and tell them you were excited to receive the
July 1, 2025
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Extensions on Offers
If an employer has extended you an offer with a deadline that does not allow you enough time to interview with and decide between other employers, you may ask the first employer to extend their decision deadline. However, you should think about whether you need the extension or if you can make the decision sooner.
June 26, 2025
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Evaluating Law Firms
Whether you are attending callbacks or trying to finalize your decision after receiving an offer, review the OCS webpage on Evaluating Firms for Your Own Success. Knowing how to evaluate the firms can help you know what to look for or ask about in your callback interviews or at second looks. Our Law Firm Assessment
June 24, 2025
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Declining Offers and Excess Callbacks
Remember, per our policies, you should not be holding more than 3 offers at any given time. The moment you decide a firm is no longer under consideration, promptly decline that offer. Do not simply wait for it to lapse or wait until you have completely finalized your decision. If you have an offer and
June 20, 2025
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Declining Offers
The moment you decide a firm is no longer under consideration, promptly decline that offer. If you already have an offer and receive a callback invitation you no longer wish to attend, decline or cancel that callback. By declining offers or interviews you no longer want in a timely manner, you are helping your classmates,
June 18, 2025