Federal Clerkship Openings – 8.13.19
The clerkships listed below were recently posted in OSCAR and are available for the 2019 and 2022 terms. 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...
Area Networking Events – September
Henrico County Bar Association Breakfast with the Judges Thursday, September 5 at 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. in the Henrico County Administration Building Café 1611. Visit http://www.henricobar.org/calendar-of-events.html for more information. Richmond Bar Association...
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...
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...
FAQs on OCI Applications
Is there an advantage to applying before the stated OCI deadline? Employers participating in OCI will receive all submitted applications the day after the posted deadline, so it does not give you an advantage to apply early (except doing so will decrease the...
Local Networking Events – Summer
Virginia Bar Association Summer Meeting: July 18-20 at the Homestead. Visit https://www.vba.org/events/ for more information.
Guide to Writing Samples
Purpose of Your Writing Sample Employers may request a writing sample to evaluate your research, writing and analytical skills. As prospective employers prefer a “real world” example of your writing, your sample should be legal in nature. You may select a piece you...
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...
Checklist for Summer Associates by Mary Crane
by Mary Crane If you are about to start your first job in the legal profession, your performance during the next several weeks will be absolutely critical to your success. Thus far, your GPA has helped demonstrate that you have the ability to acquire and use legal...
10 Ways To Make a Positive Lasting Impression This Summer
by Mary Crane About a month ago, you made your first foray into the world of professional work. Odds are that you made a great first impression. Use the next month to build a lasting impression that may lead to a job offer by focusing on the following best practices:...
Legal Podcasts for Career Development
Looking for a way to enhance your professional development while commuting or traveling or exercising? A wide variety of legal podcasts are hosted by practicing lawyers, legal journalists, and bar association leaders. Some programs focus on trending issues and...
Tips for Professional Email Communications
When communicating in the professional world, it is important to keep all your communications, including emails, professional. Whether you are emailing another summer associate or intern, a client, or the most senior attorney at the organization, there are some things...
