[blindlaw] Re postings for uncompensated US Attorney positions

[Elizabeth Rene]

Ross, I too want to thank you for all of the postings you've submitted.  The 
uncompensated positions are valuable even though they don't come with a 
paycheck.

In my view, it's much better to be working while looking for a paying job 
than to be staying home writing one more résumé.  A new law graduate can be 
learning what practice is really like, can develop professional skills and 
office poise, can make contacts and cultivate references from people who can 
evaluate real performance, and can begin to discern what balance and habits 
might be needed to maintain a happy personal and professional life.  Sure, 
the money would be better.  But lawyers don't get many chances to emulate 
medical interns and practice under the supervision of veterans before taking 
full responsibility for their work.  This kind of job might not be for 
everyone, but it shouldn't be ruled out.

Thanks again,

Elizabeth