Professional Development

It’s Never Too Late or Too Early For An Informational Meeting | Set One Up Today!

by | Sep 15, 2023 | Network & Engage, Professional Development

As a fresh new 1L, or a seasoned 2L or 3L, setting up an informational meeting is a fantastic, low-pressure, way for an attorney to pass on any advice or wisdom about the legal field or their practice area. Right now, you are uniquely positioned to ask questions of everyone around you, and setting up an informational meeting with a practicing attorney is a great place to start. In general, attorneys cannot offer you a job on the spot, and this is not the time to ask for a job, but you should put your best foot forward and you can make it clear that you are interested in their geographic location or firm. The goal of your meeting is to gain a deeper understanding of the legal market in your desired location and narrow down which practice area(s) you want to pursue. Let us help you put your best foot forward! You can find an Informational Meeting Guide on the intranet (along with several other useful guides!) and make an appointment  to discuss how to set up an informational meeting and what to ask during your quick, 15-20 minute, conversation with the attorney!

2 Attorneys, 1 Firm – Virtual 10 Min Chat with Lowenstein Sandler 9.20.23

by | Sep 15, 2023 | Network & Engage, Professional Development

Please join Lowenstein Sandler‘s Donna Calia or Jeffrey Shapiro for a 10 min 1:1, Wednesday, September 20th from 12-1PM to learn more about Lowenstein Sandler, their practice and quick tips. This legal connection is brought to you as part of the Career Center’s Quick Counsel series. Sign-up for your spot today in Symplicity.

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MO AG Panel Co-Sponsored by SBA | Today @ Noon in Rm 306

by | Sep 13, 2023 | Jobs, Network & Engage, Professional Development

Please join the MO Attorney General’s Office in-person panel event being held in ABH Rm 306 today at 12PM discussing 1L, 2L, and post-grad opportunities.

Snacks provided

The panel will include:

Karen L. Kramer
Deputy Chief Counsel, Criminal Division
Washington University J.D. 1995
Clerked with Judge Stephen N. Limbaugh Jr. (95-96) and Edward D. “Chip” Robertson, Jr. (96-97) at the Missouri Supreme Court

Jason Lewis
Chief Counsel for Governmental Affairs Division
Washington University J.D. 2013

Julia Rives
Deputy Attorney General, Recruitment and Retention
University of Missouri J.D. 2016
Clerked with Judge Coleen Dolan, Missouri Court of Appeals Eastern District (2016-2017)

Jeff Johnson
Deputy Solicitor General
2013, Harvard Law School
Clerked for the Honorable Jonathan A. Kobes on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit

Engage with Attorneys on Campus Next week| Don’t Forget to RSVP!

by | Sep 8, 2023 | Network & Engage, Professional Development

CAREER CONVERSATIONS

Career Conversations are hosted by attorneys in a small group setting that provide a way for you to learn about new areas of the law and explore different practice areas while allowing you to make meaningful connections with practicing attorneys.

9.11.23 | Air Force JAG Corps – CPT. Judson A. Adams | In-Person @ The Career Center Big Table | RSVP via Symplicity

JUDICIAL CONVERSATIONS

Judicial Conversations are a great way to learn more about clerkships, how a lawyers path lead them to the bench, geographic locations, and possibly land a clerkship (believe us, it’s happened)! These are must attend events that happen through out the academic year so attend one or all!

9.12.23 |Judge Karen K. Specie – U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Florida | RSVP and view bio via Symplicity Events | Virtual

9.14.23 |Justice William G. Montgomery – Arizona Supreme Court| RSVP and view bio via Symplicity Events | Virtual

View additional Judicial Conversation dates in Symplicity

ATTORNEY’S ON CAMPUS

9.13.23 | Missouri Attorney General Panel – 1L/2L/Post-Grad Opportunities | In-Person ABH306 | View panelists and RSVP via Symplicity | In-Person

9.14.23 | United States Marine Corps – Captain Cody W. Jones | Table Display in Crowder Courtyard 10-12PM & Presentation in The Career Center 12-1PM |RSVP via Symplicity | In-Person

Upcoming Events You Should Attend. Yes, YOU! [9.11-15]

by | Sep 5, 2023 | Network & Engage, Professional Development

CAREER CONVERSATIONS

Career Conversations are hosted by attorneys in a small group setting that provide a way for you to learn about new areas of the law and explore different practice areas while allowing you to make meaningful connections with practicing attorneys.

9.11.23 | Air Force JAG Corps – CPT. Judson A. Adams | In-Person @ The Career Center Big Table | RSVP via Symplicity

JUDICIAL CONVERSATIONS

Judicial Conversations are a great way to learn more about clerkships, how a lawyers path lead them to the bench, geographic locations, and possibly land a clerkship (believe us, it’s happened)! These are must attend events that happen through out the academic year so attend one or all!

9.12.23 |Judge Karen K. Specie – U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Florida | RSVP and view bio via Symplicity Events | Virtual

9.14.23 |Justice William G. Montgomery – Arizona Supreme Court| RSVP and view bio via Symplicity Events | Virtual

View additional Judicial Conversation dates in Symplicity

ATTORNEY’S ON CAMPUS

9.13.23 | Missouri Attorney General Panel – 1L/2L/Post-Grad Opportunities | In-Person ABH306 | View panelists and RSVP via Symplicity

Class of 2025 – Apply, Connect, Prepare!

by | Sep 5, 2023 | Jobs, Professional Development

As we kick off September, keep your 2L summer job search going strong! There are jobs out there across geographic locations, practice areas, and employer types – it is the time to seize these opportunities. Follow the tips below for success in the job search:

  • Apply! Continue to put out new applications, taking a broad approach. We are seeing new positions posted each day in OCI, on the Symplicity Job Board, and across job search websites (PSJD, USAJobs, LinkedIN, etc.). Keep pushing out applications until you have an offer in hand.
  • Connect! One of the best parts of WashULaw is the incredible alumni network. Let us help you tap into this resource. Meet with a Career Center strategist for targeted alumni suggestions, tips on outreach, and pointers for strategic informational meetings.
  • Prepare!  You never know when you will receive the invite for an interview – be prepared! Meet with a strategist for a mock interview, review the Career Center’s interview guide, and run your personal pitch by our Peer Career Advisors so that you are confident and ready to take on the interviews.