Deadline 5.26: Summer Networking Program
Part of your career will be spent making connections within the legal community and we are here to help you along the way.
The Career Center is inviting you to link up this summer with experienced attorneys in your target cities and/or practice areas through the Summer Networking Program. Sign-up here and we will match you with an attorney for an in person or virtual meeting.
WHAT IS THE SUMMER NETWORKING PROGRAM, AND WHY SHOULD I PARTICIPATE?
The Summer Networking Program (SNP) is an opportunity for you to build your legal network, practice your interview skills, and learn more about the practice of law in one of your target cities and/or practice areas. You let us know your target cities and practices, and the Career Center matches you with an experienced attorney, many of whom are WashU Law alums. During your meeting, you will practice key skills, including interviewing, information gathering, and networking.
Read more about the program HERE and sign-up today!
Don’t Wait! Let Us Review Your Application Materials. You… Yes, You!
Submitting your materials for review has just gotten easier! Simply email your resume and cover letter in MS Word format to lawcareers@wustl.edu with the subject line: 2023 Material Review – Name and we will get to work. We encourage you to submit your materials early, the earliest recruiting deadline is June 5th! Deadline to submit has been extended to Sunday, May 28 @ 11:59PM CT.
Plunkett Cooney $2.5K Diversity Scholarship | Apply by 6.23
Plunkett Cooney to issue $2,500 diversity scholarships
to law school students
Plunkett Cooney, one of the Midwest’s oldest and most accomplished law firms, will select three diverse law school students who participate in its Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) essay program to receive $2,500 diversity scholarships.
“We are excited to launch this year’s scholarship program,” said the firm’s Director of Diversity & Inclusion, Laurel McGiffert. “We are looking for diverse students who truly understand the importance of, and who are committed to, improving diversity and inclusion within the legal industry. Our essay review panel members are really looking forward to reading the essays that are submitted.”
The program begins today and is open to all diverse students currently enrolled in an accredited law school. For purposes of the scholarship program, “diverse students” include, but are not limited to, applicants based on race, ethnicity, nationality, gender identity, LGBTQIA+ identity, disability and neurodivergence. Participants have until June 23 to submit their essays, which must address the following prompt:
Share an experience you have had, challenge you have overcome, triumph you have enjoyed, or aspect of your background that has influenced your pursuit of a career in law. How has that experience impacted your approach to advancing the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion as you enter the legal profession?
The firm has created a Diversity & Inclusion Scholarship website to assist students with their essay and personal information submissions. It can be accessed at https://plunkettcooney.isolvedhire.com/apply/0-0.php. Questions about the scholarship program application process can be directed to Jennifer Barczak at (248) 901-4084; jbarczak@plunkettcooney.com.
Since 2002, Plunkett Cooney has been among the law firms leading the D&I discussion within the legal
industry. As such, the firm’s diversity and inclusion scholarship program is a natural extension of its D&I goals, which include attracting and retaining law school students from diverse backgrounds.
Plunkett Cooney’s D&I Committee members work with McGiffert to coordinate the firm’s related activities, which include a focus on recruitment, retention, training, mentoring and community involvement. Each year, Plunkett Cooney supports numerous affinity groups, community organizations and law school student organizations that are focused on advancing diversity and inclusion.
Established in 1913, Plunkett Cooney is a leading provider of business and litigation services to clients in the private and public sectors. The firm employs approximately 130 attorneys in seven Michigan cities, Chicago, Illinois, Indianapolis, Indiana and Columbus, Ohio. Plunkett Cooney has achieved the highest rating (AV) awarded by Martindale-Hubbell, a leading, international directory of law firms.
Hogan Lovells 2023 M&A Boot Camp | Join May 16th
Register for the virtual training series
Hogan Lovells is hosting its 2023 M&A Boot Camp, an annual introductory M&A legal training series directed primarily at law students in the class of 2025. No prior familiarity with M&A or corporate law is required.
The series is a mix of live interactive webcasts and on-demand modules offering an intensive but basic introduction to the legal aspects of the M&A world. It will provide a foundation in M&A terminology, deal structure, key acquisition agreement provisions (focusing primarily on acquisitions of privately held businesses), due diligence, and more.
The Boot Camp program utilizes innovative teaching methods, including illustrative interactive negotiations and semi-animated training cartoons, and includes a comprehensive set of M&A training materials.
The course will be taught by Hogan Lovells’ market-leading Silicon Valley M&A team of Rick Climan, KeithFlaum, and Jane Ross. Listen to the welcome message to hear more about the M&A Boot Camp.
You will earn a Certificate of Graduation if you receive a passing score on the open-book final exam. In addition, you can win valuable swag, including North Face jackets, Patagonia backpacks, Skullcandy earbuds, and portable chargers, by getting a perfect score on the midterm quiz or the final exam.
Please do not register to participate in the M&A Boot Camp program unless you are prepared to devote at least 10 to 12 hours of your time (over a period of 7 weeks) to the Boot Camp course of study.
REGISTER TODAY
View welcome message from Rick & Keith
“This was an AMAZING program! I learned so much, and I am now well-situated to expand my knowledge. More so, I know … what to be mindful of as I go deeper into the M&A world e.g., buyers’ and sellers’ mindset per clause, that negotiations are zero-sum, and no clause is necessarily set in stone.”
– 2022 M&A Boot Camp graduate
Negotiation cartoons
Click here to preview one of the easy-to-digest Boot Camp cartoons, depicting a live, illustrative M&A negotiation.
By registering for the Boot Camp, you will obtain free access to M&A videos from Hotshot, a provider of digital learning for the legal industry. Learn more about Hotshot at hotshotlegal.com.
Summer is for Networking, Making Connections + Building Relationships… Here’s How
Part of your career will be spent making connections within the legal community and we are here to help you along the way.
Summer Networking Program | Deadline to sign-up 5.26
The Career Center is inviting you to link up this summer with experienced attorneys in your target cities and/or practice areas through the Summer Networking Program. Starting May 8, sign-up here and we will match you with an attorney for an in person or virtual meeting. Read more about the program HERE.
Summer Receptions + Employer Programming | RSVP Early!
Summer networking receptions and events hosted by employers are a great way to hear, see and feel how the employers operate in a more relaxed setting (most only require business casual attire!). RSVP early, as some have limited space and deadlines can sneak up on you. Focused on public interest? these receptions can be a great opportunity. Many of the attorneys that are currently at firms may have worked at public interest or government agencies. Additionally, many attorneys you will meet at these receptions do pro bono work alongside the public interest attorneys of which you are looking to connect! Check HERE for a rolling list of invites sent to us. Check often, the list is updated daily.
Virtual Info Sessions [6.6 & 6.7] w/ Robins Kaplan + 2L Summer Associate Opportunities
Greetings,
We are recruiting for 2L Summer Associates in our Minneapolis office for summer 2024. We are hosting a series of virtual information sessions for students. Please view and share the invitation with your students via the button below. Our 2L positions will be posted to your job boards soon.
Please contact me with any questions or concerns.
| PA HOUA VUE Attorney Recruiting Manager 800 LaSalle Avenue | Suite 2800 | Minneapolis, MN 55402 P: 612.349.8744 | PVue@RobinsKaplan.com |
Don’t Miss Out! Before You Bid – Virtual Info Session 5.17
Class of 2025, join the conversation on setting yourself up for success this upcoming summer recruiting season. Learn more about on and off campus interview programs, job fairs, direct applying and more! We will also go over how to navigate and perform your best this summer. See you May 17th via zoom @ 3PM CT. Join HERE.
Winter is the New Summer…. Receptions, that is | RSVP Today
Oh the places you will go… this summer to position yourself well for 2L recruiting. Summer networking receptions and events hosted by employers are a great way to hear, see and feel how the employers operate in a more relaxed setting (most only require business casual attire!). RSVP early, as some have limited space and deadlines can sneak up on you.
Focused on public interest? these receptions can be a great opportunity. Many of the attorneys that are currently at firms may have worked at public interest or government agencies. Additionally, many attorneys you will meet at these receptions do pro bono work alongside the public interest attorneys of which you are looking to connect!
Remember, networking is a skill that improves as you gain more confidence and attend more functions. Legal markets in every geographic are generally close-knit and making connections with other members is never a bad thing so don’t forget to also check for networking opportunities through local and national bar associations.
Check HERE for a rolling list of invites sent to us. Check often, the list is updated daily.
New & Improved: Upload Your Materials, We’ll Review!
Submitting your materials for review has just gotten easier! Simply email your resume and cover letter in MS Word format to lawcareers@wustl.edu with the subject line: 2023 Material Review – Name and we will get to work. We encourage you to submit your materials early, the earliest recruiting deadline is June 5th! Deadline to submit has been extended to Sunday, May 28 @ 11:59PM CT.
Speaking of Networking – Deadline Approaching: Summer Networking Program [Network in your City]
The Career Center is inviting you to link up this summer with experienced attorneys in your target cities and/or practice areas through the Summer Networking Program. Starting May 8, sign-up here and we will match you with an attorney for an in person or virtual meeting.
WHAT IS THE SUMMER NETWORKING PROGRAM, AND WHY SHOULD I PARTICIPATE?
The Summer Networking Program (SNP) is an opportunity for you to build your legal network, practice your interview skills, and learn more about the practice of law in one of your target cities and/or practice areas. You let us know your target cities and practices, and the Career Center matches you with an experienced attorney, many of whom are WashU Law alums. During your meeting, you will practice key skills, including interviewing, information gathering, and networking.
HOW DO I SIGN UP?
Sign up here starting May 8. Please complete this form by Friday, May 26th.
HOW DO YOU MAKE THE MATCH?
No need to try to beat the algorithm here. The Career Center will take your target areas and personally match you with an attorney that practices law in your desired geographical and/or practice area. We can’t promise that everyone will get their first choice, but we strive to ensure everyone has a connection to the matched attorney.
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?
After you submit the Google form, we will work to make the best attorney match for you based on the targets you give us. We will send you the contact information for your attorney match, and YOU will take the lead in reaching out and scheduling an in-person or virtual meeting. The meetings will occur in June or July, at a time that is mutually convenient for you and your attorney match.
Feel free to reach out to Laura Bannish or Merce’de Savala in the Career Center, if you have any additional questions. We hope you take advantage of this great opportunity to link up and grow your network through the SNP.
The Career Center is inviting you to link up this summer with experienced attorneys in your target cities and/or practice areas through the Summer Networking Program. Starting May 8, sign-up here and we will match you with an attorney for an in person or virtual meeting.
WHAT IS THE SUMMER NETWORKING PROGRAM, AND WHY SHOULD I PARTICIPATE?
The Summer Networking Program (SNP) is an opportunity for you to build your legal network, practice your interview skills, and learn more about the practice of law in one of your target cities and/or practice areas. You let us know your target cities and practices, and the Career Center matches you with an experienced attorney, many of whom are WashU Law alums. During your meeting, you will practice key skills, including interviewing, information gathering, and networking.
HOW DO I SIGN UP?
Sign up here! Please complete this form by Friday, May 26th.
HOW DO YOU MAKE THE MATCH?
No need to try to beat the algorithm here. The Career Center will take your target areas and personally match you with an attorney that practices law in your desired geographical and/or practice area. We can’t promise that everyone will get their first choice, but we strive to ensure everyone has a connection to the matched attorney.
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?
After you submit the Google form, we will work to make the best attorney match for you based on the targets you give us. We will send you the contact information for your attorney match, and YOU will take the lead in reaching out and scheduling an in-person or virtual meeting. The meetings will occur in June or July, at a time that is mutually convenient for you and your attorney match.
Feel free to reach out to Laura Bannish or Merce’de Savala in the Career Center, if you have any additional questions. We hope you take advantage of this great opportunity to link up and grow your network through the SNP.