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The Career Development Office provides the tools, strategies, and support you need to navigate the employment search. Through a combination of one-on-one advising, small-group interactive workshops and information sessions, mock interviews, recruitment programs, and networking events, we will help you identify and secure summer internships and post-graduate opportunities that fit your interests and goals. We are here not only to help you find a job — we will guide you as you launch your career.
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Interview Skills // Blog
- Thank You Notes After an Interview
Should I send a hand-written or email thank you note after an interview? A well-written, sincere thank you note makes a good impression immediately after an interview. Send a separate note to each interviewer after a screening interview and personalize the message based on your conversation. If the employer indicates that decisions will be made […] - Juggling Job Offers and Acceptances
In deciding whether to accept an offer, how can I find out whether I am under serious consideration by another employer? What if the employer wants an answer before I will hear back from my preferred employer? May I continue to apply or interview for jobs after I have accepted an offer? - FAQs on Post-Interview Protocols
Should I send a hand-written or email thank-you note after an interview? A well-written, sincere thank-you note makes a good impression immediately after an interview. Send a separate note to each interviewer after a screening interview and personalize the message based on your conversation. If the employer indicates that decisions will be made relatively quickly, […] - Practice Your Interview Skills: 1L Alumni Mock Interview Program
As you prepare for spring interviews including GPIIP and OCI, read the CDO’s Interviewing Guide, attend the interview skills program on Thursday, January 23, and participate in a mock interview with alumni on Wednesday, January 29. Register today for the Alumni Mock Interview Program on Wednesday, January 29. Interview slots are limited and will be […] - FAQs on Offers and Acceptances
I received a voicemail or email offering me a summer internship. How should I respond? First, respond to the employer quickly via the same communication method they used. Convey your enthusiasm and continued interest in the position, and thank them for the opportunity. If you are comfortable accepting the offer, do so and ask what […] - FAQs on OCI and Other Interviews
Does applying to an employer obligate me to interview? Yes, you must participate in OCI interviews to which you are invited unless you have accepted employment and notified the CDO. (See the Interview and Offer Policies section of the 2019-2020 Recruitment Guide.) How should I prepare for an interview? Think about why you applied to […] - 8 Essential Steps for Effective Interview Follow-Up
Originally published by Idealist Careers. Imagine you finally get your resume into the right hands. Then, you get a chance to interview with key decision makers at the organization of your dreams. It all seems to be coming together nicely, but are you ready? How do you prepare to make the right moves before, during, […] - Alumni Mock Interview Program
The spring interview season is fast approaching, and you can never have too much practice when it comes to interviewing. Register today for the Alumni Mock Interview program on Tuesday, January 24, 2017. Interview slots are limited and will be available at 6:30 p.m. or 7:20 p.m. Experienced local alumni will conduct one-on-one mock interviews […] - How to make people like you in 4 seconds or less
Originally published by Business Insider. Within seconds of meeting you, people are already making judgments about your personality. Are you hireable? Or dateable? How about friendable? And while it’s technically possible to reverse a bad first impression, it’s not easy. So you’ll want to put your best face forward. To help you out on that front, […] - Who Pays the Check at an Interview Meal?
by the Culture and Manners Institute One question students have been asking in the dining tutorials lately is: “If I have an interview meal, should I offer to pay the bill or at least pay for myself?” I understand the thinking behind that. “I want the interviewer to see I am a nice person.” “I […]
Judicial Clerkships // Blog
- Federal Clerkship Openings – 2.17.20
The clerkships listed below were recently posted in OSCAR and are available for the 2020, 2021 and 2022 terms. Please see OSCAR for further details. Judge: Nancy Firestone District Judge United States Court of Federal Claims Washington, DC Term: 1 Year Clerkship Type: Term Law Clerk-Chambers Applications Accepted: Feb 12, 2020 – May 1, 2020 Term Start […] - Tales from the Trenches: Judicial Internships
By Sarah Mikowski (L’19) Judicial internships are a great opportunity for law students, especially in the summer between their first and second year. I interned for a federal magistrate judge my 1L summer and really enjoyed my experience. Through my judicial internship, I formed a close working relationship with the judge, as well as my […] - Why Clerkships?
Now that the academic year is in full swing, it is an excellent time to start thinking about your post-graduate plans, especially if you are considering applying for a judicial clerkship. Some federal judges will begin accepting applications from second-year students in January 2020 for clerkships that will start in the fall of 2021. As […] - Federal Clerkship Opening – 10.30.18
The clerkship listed below was recently posted in OSCAR and is available for the 2019 term. Please see OSCAR for further details. Judge: Robin Meriweather Magistrate Judge United States District Court Washington, DC Term: 1 Year Clerkship Type: Term Law Clerk – Chambers Applications Accepted: Oct 25, 2018 – Dec 12, 2018 Term Start Date: Aug 5, […] - Federal Clerkship Opening – 10.16.18
The clerkship listed below was recently posted in OSCAR and is available for the 2021 term. Please see OSCAR for further details. Judge: Timothy Dyk Circuit Judge United States Court of Appeals Washington, DC Term: 1 Year Clerkship Type: Term Law Clerk Applications Accepted: Oct 10, 2018 – Dec 30, 2019 Term Start Date: Aug 1, 2021 […] - Federal Clerkship Openings – 10.9.18
The clerkships listed below were recently posted in OSCAR and are available for the 2018 and 2019 term. Please see OSCAR for further details. Judge: Eric Bruggink District Judge United States Court of Federal Claims Washington, D.C. Term: 1 Year Clerkship Type: Term Law Clerk Applications Accepted: Oct 3, 2018 – Dec 31, 2018 Term Start Date: […] - Federal Clerkship Openings – 10.2.18
The clerkships listed below were recently posted in OSCAR and are available for the 2018 and 2019 term. Please see OSCAR for further details. Judge: S. Teel Bankruptcy Judge United States Bankruptcy Court Washington, D.C. Term: 1 Year Clerkship Type: Term Law Clerk Applications Accepted: Sep 28, 2018 – Nov 23, 2018 Term Start Date: Nov 26, […] - Federal Clerkship Opening – 9.25.18
The clerkship listed below was recently posted in OSCAR and is available for the 2020 term. Please see OSCAR for further details. Gina Groh District Judge United States District Court Martinsburg, WV Term: 2 Years Clerkship Type: Term Law Clerk Applications Accepted: Sep 20, 2018 – Jun 30, 2019 Term Start Date: Aug 30, 2020 Application Method: […] - Federal Clerkship Openings – 9.18.18
The clerkships listed below were recently posted in OSCAR and are available for the 2019 and 2020 term. Please see OSCAR for further details. George Russell District Judge United States District Court Baltimore, MD Term: 2 Years Clerkship Type: Term Law Clerk Applications Accepted: Sep 10, 2018 – Jan 18, 2019 Term Start Date: Aug 26, 2020 […] - Federal Clerkship Openings – 9.11.18
The clerkships listed below were recently posted in OSCAR and are available for the 2019 term. Please see OSCAR for further details. John Copenhaver District Judge United States District Court Charleston, WV Term: 1 Year (3 positions open) Clerkship Type: Term Law Clerk Applications Accepted: Sep 5, 2018 – Aug 1, 2019 Term Start Date: Aug 5, […]
Networking // Blog
- Area Networking Events – February
Richmond Bar Association Luncheon: Thursday, February 20 at 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the Omni Richmond Hotel. Featuring Whit Babcock, athletic director at Virginia Tech. Visit https://www.richmondbar.org/events/luncheons/ for more information. Virginia Academy of Elder Law Attorneys Annual UnProgram: February 20-22 in Richmond. Visit https://www.vaela.org/upcoming-events/2020/2/20/2020-unprogram for more information. Virginia Assn. of Defense Attorneys and Assn. […] - Holiday Strategies for New Professionals & Students from Mary Crane
The approaching holiday season provides new professionals and law students with multiple opportunities to make new contacts and deepen relationships that already exist. To make the most of these events, use these strategies: Attend every holiday party and reception to which you are invited. Holiday get-togethers are important opportunities for you to connect with colleagues, […] - Area Networking Events – December
Metro Richmond Women’s Bar Association Luncheon: Wednesday, December 4 at 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Willow Oaks Country Club. Visit https://www.mrwba.org/events for more information. Henrico County Bar Association Holiday Reception: Wednesday, December 4 at 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the Wine Loft. Visit http://www.henricobar.org/calendar-of-events.html for more information. Hill-Tucker Bar Association Coffee & Collegiality: […] - 1L Holiday Receptions
Alabama Balch & Bingham LLP 1L Holiday Open House Friday, December 20, 2019 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. 1901 6th Avenue North, Suite 1500 Birmingham, AL 35203 Casual attire RSVP to Barrie Wilson at bwilson@balch.com by December 13th Bradley 1L Holiday Open House Wednesday, December 18, 2019 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. One Federal Place 1819 Fifth […] - Social Media Guidelines
The Career Development Office recognizes that social media is a tool students may use for personal purposes and to present a professional profile to attract potential employers and demonstrate interest and experience in a particular practice area, industry, employment setting, or geographic area. Because networking contacts and prospective legal employers routinely conduct due diligence about […] - Order Personalized Student Business Cards
If you are interviewing or networking with professional contacts this year, be prepared with personalized business cards with the University of Richmond School of Law logo. To take advantage of a group discount, submit a completed Networking Card Order Form Summer 2019 and cash (exact change) or a check for $15.80 (payable to the University of Richmond) […] - Local Networking Events – Summer
Virginia Bar Association Summer Meeting: July 18-20 at the Homestead. Visit https://www.vba.org/events/ for more information. - Social Conversations That Work
by Mary Crane Law firms and other legal employers schedule summer social events for multiple reasons. These activities provide a relaxed atmosphere in which an employer can promote its culture. They also serve as an important means via which employers discern whether prospective hires can successfully navigate a variety of social settings. Employers know that […] - Networking Resources
Your career advisor has encouraged you to contact attorneys for advice and guidance about your career path and employment search. Where do you find such contacts? Start with Richmond Law alumni. Current law school students have access to the University of Richmond’s online alumni community. By registering for UR Online, you will have access to […] - Holiday Success Strategies From Mary Crane
The upcoming winter break provides tons of opportunities for you to reconnect with contacts you’ve made throughout the previous year. Think strategically and use the next several weeks to build and expand your networks. 1. If you don’t already possess a stack of business cards, order some today. Your cards should list your name, the […]
Legal Market Insights
- Soft skills are in fact the hardest. Some traditional lawyer and law office functions will become automated, or at least heavily assisted by artificial intelligence, in the coming years. So, tomorrow’s lawyers should develop the irreplaceable human skills that will set them apart. A Harvard Business Review piece emphasizes two competencies worth developing: 1) connecting with business associates and clients on an emotional level, and 2) being able to contextualize and synthesize complex information.
- Legal industry is strong, still growing. Thomson-Reuters and partners have released “The State of the Legal Market” as 2020 begins. “In regard to lawyer headcount ... with the exception of the two-year period at the height of the Great Recession, law firms have experienced positive headcount growth in every year, although the growth rate has accelerated in recent years.”
- Job interviews: be a potential colleague, not a unit of labor. Legal industry analyst Jordan Furlong suggests that, even in the buttoned-down legal industry, law students can use their personal stories to their advantage as they interview and get acquainted with potential employers. But it requires pre-interview deliberation.
- More information/less information.
- Law.com reports that, “[The] National Association for Law Placement's upcoming Directory of Legal Employers will include questions about law firms' use of mandatory arbitration for summer associates and associates.” The NDLE is freely available online.
- Law.com reports that New York State law school deans have joined leaders throughout the American legal system in calling for the removal of “a question from the application for admission to the state bar that asks prospective attorneys about their mental health.” State officials are considering removal now.
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