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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.

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Updates from Hire Ground

  • Responding to Return Offers

    If you received an offer to return to your summer firm for post-graduation employment, remember that you need to respond by October 1 (or within 28 days if the offer was made after September 2). For more information, including suggestions on what to say, visit the OCS website at Holding and Responding to Offers.

    September 25, 2025

  • Post-Graduate Offers

    If you have received an offer to return to your summer firm for permanent employment, make sure you are aware of the timelines for your decision. For offers made before September 2, you will have until October 1 to accept the offer (or 28 days if the offer is made after September 2). For more

    August 20, 2025

  • Holding Open an Offer to Pursue a Non-EIP Opportunity 

    As you consider offers from firms this summer, we remind you to review our webpage on Holding and Responding to Offers for information on timelines and requirements for responding. Full-Time offers from a past or current employer remain open until either October 1 of your final year of law school or 28 days from the

    July 30, 2025

  • 3L Job Search 

    As you wrap up your summer job, you may be considering a move to another firm, options outside of Big Law, or be worried you will not receive an offer from your firm. Whatever the reason for considering a 3L job search, it’s important to develop your game plan. The 3L job search typically involves

    July 23, 2025

  • Post-Graduate Offers 

    If you receive an offer to return to your summer firm for permanent employment, make sure you are aware of the timelines for your decision. For offers made before September 2, you will have until October 1 to accept the offer (or 28 days if the offer is made after September 2). For more information,

    July 23, 2025