Interviews, Offers, On The Job

After attending employer events, many students wonder about following up with those they met at the event. After a particularly good or lengthy conversation with an attorney, or if an attorney or recruiter encourages you to follow up, it is entirely appropriate to follow up with an email. This can be as simple as thanking

February 6, 2025

If you want to decline an offer, remember that even declining an offer is an opportunity to build your reputation and cultivate a relationship. Handle it professionally by following these guidelines. Give a response as soon as you have decided to decline and always by the date you promised. Always call or email the person

February 4, 2025

If you are planning to join a large law firm for 1L summer, do you have a clear sense of the firm’s expectations for your 2L summer? Remember that firms usually do not give 1L summer associates post-graduation offers. Those offers come from your 2L summer. Does your 1L firm offer a “2-week touchback” during

February 4, 2025

Firms track student attendance at their receptions, including no-shows. If, for any reason, you cannot attend an event to which you have RSVP’d “yes” you must let the firm know by sending them an email before the event. When it comes to attending events, consider the following scenarios. Best: If you plan to attend a

January 30, 2025

You may now feel confident with your legal resume and crafting a cover letter, but sometimes communicating with employers after you have applied feels tricky. Our Communicating With Employers page includes sample language to get you started for a variety of situations, including checking in on applications, requesting additional interview times or a virtual interview,

January 23, 2025