[blindlaw] 10 tips on how to get noticed by legal recruiters

Wed Jun 26 16:00:28 UTC 2013

I did attend a top school, and I think it's safe to say that some people who were not in the top 5% of our class secured jobs at top firms. Of course, you're certainly in a better position if both apply to you.

Angie

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-----Original Message-----
From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Daniel McBride
Sent: Wednesday, June 26, 2013 11:57 AM
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Subject: Re: [blindlaw] 10 tips on how to get noticed by legal recruiters

Mike:

When I was a freshman in law school, I had a job as a 'runner' with Lock, Lord & Bissell, one of the most powerful law firms in this nation.  During the year I was there, I observed, first hand, their recruiting and hiring practices.

First, you do not go looking for them, they come looking for you.  And all candidates had to be both from a top law school and top 5% to be considered.
One or the other would not get you there.

Dan McBride
Fort Worth Texas

-----Original Message-----
From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Mike
Sent: Wednesday, June 26, 2013 10:45 AM
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Subject: Re: [blindlaw] 10 tips on how to get noticed by legal recruiters

So true. Either top rated school,or, top 5%.

Sent from Mike Fry

On Jun 26, 2013, at 11:36 AM, "Ross Doerr" <rumpole at roadrunner.com> wrote:

> Excellent point Dan.
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Daniel McBride
> Sent: Wednesday, June 26, 2013 11:29 AM
> To: 'Blind Law Mailing List'
> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] 10 tips on how to get noticed by legal
> recruiters
>
> Ross:
>
> In her brief article, Ms. Mantis states, "I recently heard an
> excellent panel of top law firm recruiting professionals..."  Ms.
> Mantis left out the
> #1 essential for having any chance with these firms, whether blind or
> sighted.
>
> And that is to be a graduate of a very highly rated law school and be
> in the top 5% of your graduating class.  Otherwise, forget it.
>
> Dan McBride
> Fort Worth, Texas
>
> -----Original Message-----
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> Doerr
> Sent: Wednesday, June 26, 2013 7:00 AM
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> Subject: [blindlaw] 10 tips on how to get noticed by legal recruiters
>
> Attention Law Students - This article appeared today on LinkedIn, and
> was originally published on June 3.
> So, if you are a law student, read on.
> I cannot say how much of this would be specific to blind students, but
> any idea that helps should be welcome. I still say to network, network
> and then network some more.
> ***
> Top 10 Tips from Legal Recruiters: How to Land an Interview Mon,
> 06/03/2013
> - 11:37am -- Hillary Mantis Guest Commentary By Hillary Mantis Summer
> may have just begun, but fall on-campus interviews are right around
> the
corner.
> You will probably start hearing about summer resume deadlines from
> your career center, if you haven't already. If you are trying for a
> Big Law position, how can you present yourself in the best light?
> I recently heard an excellent panel of top law firm recruiting
> professionals speak to a standing room only crowd at a program at The
> Association of the Bar of the City of New York, Inside the Hiring
> Committee: Inside Tips from Recruiters on How to get Hired.
> Here are some of their tips:
>
> . Research each firm carefully. Let the employer know why you are
> specifically interested in their firm, and why you would be a good fit
> for them.  Know each firm, their specialties, and their individual
> offices
well.
> They can tell if you're prepared.
> . Be enthusiastic. Firms often keep candidates on "hold" for a little
> while if they are not sure whether to make an offer. If you would
> definitely accept an offer from them, let them know they are your
> first choice, and keep in touch with them to reiterate your interest.
> . Make sure your resume, cover letter and thank you notes are
> absolutely perfect - it's their first representation of you. If you
> make any typos, you will lose credibility, and possibly the
> opportunity to
interview.
> . Any time you can get make additional connections through networking,
> to find someone to forward your resume to a law firm, such as an
> alumni of your law school, do so. It may help your resume get noticed.
> . Be ready during the interview to give specific examples of how you
> have solved problems, showed initiative, and acted as a "team player."
> Behavioral interview questions are sometimes used during interviews to
> elicit these types of examples.
> . Cast a wide net. In this economy, don't just rely on who is coming
> to interview your campus. Apply on your own firms in other cities, and
> apply to smaller firms and government agencies.
> . Know the different times of the year when large firms, small firms,
> and government agencies hire, and in general, stick to those times.
> Larger firms tend to hire much more in advance than smaller firms, who
> may not be able to predict their needs as far ahead of time.
> . Become a student member of your local bar association, and volunteer
> for committees, where you may meet practicing lawyers. If possible,
> volunteer to write an article with them.
> . Network with other lawyers throughout your years in law school, not
> just when you are going through on-campus interviews. Make contacts to
> leverage for the long haul, not just for the immediate future. Keep in
> touch with your connections throughout law school - they will be more
> likely to remember you when they do hear of a job.
> . Emphasize leadership roles you have held on campus, or even as an
> undergrad - firms are looking for people who can one day be an
"ambassador"
> for the firm.
>
> Hillary Mantis advises law students, lawyers, and pre-law students.
> She is the Director of the Pre-Law Program at Fordham University, and
> author of Alternative Careers for Lawyers. You can write to Hillary at
> altcareer at aol.com
>
>
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