Networking is key when searching for attorney jobs. Networking opportunities exist through in-person events, online platforms and professional associations.
Abrams says entertainment/ sports law and international law jobs can be among the toughest to land. To secure one of these positions requires special circumstances – including fluency in a foreign language and strong academic performance.
Your law school’s career office
No matter which practice area or fields you want to explore, your law school’s Career Office can offer guidance and support. From individual counseling sessions and panel discussions to job search workshops and national/regional job fairs – their offices provide invaluable assistance and expertise.
Furthermore, the office offers several programs to encourage students and graduates to consider careers in government or public interest work, including the Judicial Clerkship Program and fellowships that can provide access to specific agencies.
The New York City Law Department is seeking attorneys with strong writing, analytical, interpersonal, commitment to civil rights issues and an ability to work efficiently on complex cases – plus an outstanding track record in client service – who possess exceptional writing, analytical and interpersonal abilities as well as experience working effectively on complex matters. For more information and an application please click here.
Your law school’s alumni association
The Yale Law School Alumni Association (YLSA) provides alumni a platform for forging and maintaining key relationships among alumni, current students and the University. Membership is complimentary.
LACA (Law Alumnae of Color), at NYU Law School, acts as an umbrella organization representing black, Latino, and Asian Pacific American law school alumni. Their aim is to increase engagement between alumni, students and faculty of color within the Law School community.
The American Bar Association provides career resources and programs for attorneys, such as the ABA Job Bank. This site features legal positions at law firms, government agencies, public interest internships and more – plus customizable alerts for specific types of legal jobs!
OneJustice connects low-income Californians with legal services nonprofits that can assist them with meeting life’s necessities. The site features opportunities from public defender offices, private public interest firms and academia; plus it features a listing of judicial externships.
Online directories
A business model such as an online directory directory business model provides digital publishers with an effective monetization tool to provide businesses and individuals with features that provide useful information while simultaneously creating new revenue streams; examples of which may include paid listings, advertising, affiliate marketing and lead generation – strategies which ensure long-term profitability and growth of digital directories.
Internet information can be overwhelming; online directories provide users with a tool for easily finding services and products by offering curated lists. They can also boost SEO by including focus keywords in titles, descriptions, and content to increase SEO performance.
However, some online directories specialize in particular industries or communities; examples include Zomato (a restaurant directory) and Upwork (an online marketplace for freelancers). Niche directories like these provide local businesses with a unique way of marketing themselves and gaining visibility – they also increase credibility by publishing blog posts or case studies on their websites that build credibility with visitors.
In-person networking
However, don’t overlook the power of in-person networking events either. Attending local bar association meetings, young lawyer groups and social events is an excellent way to meet lawyers from your preferred field of law and get advice on finding your first job from those attending as well. Don’t be intimidated to ask any questions of other attendees either; chances are many are in similar positions after graduating law school and would appreciate an opportunity to connect with you!
Networking may sound insincere and non-meritocratic; an insincere process that requires attorneys to pay to gain entry to people and events. But when done right, networking can be an invaluable way of finding attorney jobs – Harrison Barnes is an accomplished legal recruiter who has assisted thousands of attorneys transform their careers in ways they never thought possible.
