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
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Holding and Responding to Offers
Timing guidelines., requesting extensions, accepting and declining offers.
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Evaluating Firms and Offers
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Researching Firm Stability
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Splitting the Summer
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Salary Information in the Private Sector
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Negotiating Offers from Small and Midsized Firms
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Logistics and Terms for Law Firms Offers
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Offer Receptions and Dinners
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Post Offer or Second Look Visits
Resources
- Sample Emails for Communicating with Employers
- Law Firm Assessment Grid (Word)
- Student Recruiting and Interview Program Policies
- Employer Recruiting Policies and Guidelines
Updates from Hire Ground
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How to Handle Receiving an Offer From Your Summer Employer
When you receive an offer from your firm to return after graduation, express your gratitude for the opportunity and communicate enthusiasm about the firm. However, do not feel obligated to accept on the spot. Be aware of the timing guidelines associated with holding open an offer and note that you may be asked to reaffirm your
July 23, 2026
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Handling Law Firm Offer and Clerkships
As you wrap up your summer job, many of you may be anticipating an offer from a law firm in the coming weeks. If you are still seeking a clerkship, please see Offer from Law Firm While Seeking Clerkship for nuanced guidance. We encourage you not to give up on a clerkship search prematurely, as
July 16, 2026
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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 and Offers. Knowing how to evaluate the firms can help you know what to look for or ask about in your callback interviews or post-offer office visits. Our Law Firm Assessment Grid (Word)
March 18, 2026
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Accepted a 2L Offer? Complete the Tracker One Last Time
If you have accepted a position for next summer, we ask for your help in completing your Interview Tracker one last time, so we have a complete picture and students still conducting their job search have accurate information when checking the Tracker Spreadsheet. Thank you in advance!
February 12, 2026
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Declining Offers
Remember, 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. Similarly, once you receive an offer, look at your callback schedule and promptly cancel any interviews with firms you are no longer seriously considering and decline
February 5, 2026