Compliance positions. Possibly jobs with accounting firms, but that's hit or miss.play2win wrote:Besides jobs like FBI Special Agent, anyone know of any non-legal or not strictly legal type jobs where a JD would make you a competitive or even desirable candidate?
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You care to elaborate? What would an example of a compliance position be?Danger Zone wrote:Compliance positions. Possibly jobs with accounting firms, but that's hit or miss.play2win wrote:Besides jobs like FBI Special Agent, anyone know of any non-legal or not strictly legal type jobs where a JD would make you a competitive or even desirable candidate?
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Does anyone have a sample USAjobs resume I can look at? I hear the more pages the better. I am working on a tight deadline, so I would greatly appreciate it.
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Jd won't even make you competitive for FBI special agent without work experience. I think they want 5 yrs.play2win wrote:Besides jobs like FBI Special Agent, anyone know of any non-legal or not strictly legal type jobs where a JD would make you a competitive or even desirable candidate?
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Depends on your pre-law degree and work experience. But consulting, anything listed as compliance, contracts management, risk management.play2win wrote:Besides jobs like FBI Special Agent, anyone know of any non-legal or not strictly legal type jobs where a JD would make you a competitive or even desirable candidate?
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Any sort of regulatory compliance. Different companies will deal with different regulatory bodies depending on their industry.play2win wrote:You care to elaborate? What would an example of a compliance position be?Danger Zone wrote:Compliance positions. Possibly jobs with accounting firms, but that's hit or miss.play2win wrote:Besides jobs like FBI Special Agent, anyone know of any non-legal or not strictly legal type jobs where a JD would make you a competitive or even desirable candidate?
Another JD-advantage job is HR.
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Human resources? First time I've heard that referred to as a JD-advantage job.Lwoods wrote:play2win wrote:You care to elaborate? What would an example of a compliance position be?Danger Zone wrote:Compliance positions. Possibly jobs with accounting firms, but that's hit or miss.play2win wrote:Besides jobs like FBI Special Agent, anyone know of any non-legal or not strictly legal type jobs where a JD would make you a competitive or even desirable candidate?
Another JD-advantage job is HR.
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Yeah I've never heard that before either. Can you elaborate lwoods?
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Not lwoods, but I've heard that about HR - since you're dealing with employment issues, some companies find it a benefit to have someone who knows the legal side of things (like when you can fire someone and how you can do it without getting sued, how to discipline employees, how to ensure hiring complies with federal/state law, that kind of thing). I also know someone in what I'd call a hybrid counsel/HR gig at a company that has a lot of international employees, so she does a lot of employment visa paperwork.
I don't know to what extent employers actively try to hire JDs to do this, nor do I know what the pay is like, but it's an area where you can argue that the JD is an advantage, at least.
I don't know to what extent employers actively try to hire JDs to do this, nor do I know what the pay is like, but it's an area where you can argue that the JD is an advantage, at least.
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Govt procurement likes to hire JDs.
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I found out today I will be able to stay at the investment bank I started working at 2L summer after I graduate! I found this job late May of 2L after scouring the internet for corporate in-house positions and applying to anything and everything I could find. During 1L I actually found my job similarly late, at the end of April. Good luck to everyone still looking, its so hard but just try to stay positive and continue to apply to everything you find. Just last week I had a nightmare interview with a litigation firm that asked me a torts hypothetical, and I was not excited about the prospect of a job there, but I was ready to take it if offered (not so shockingly I did not even get a callback).
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CONGRATS JEN!!!!
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Congrats!spleenworship wrote:CONGRATS JEN!!!!
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So.... I sent emails to four of the seven rural PD offices' head attorneys (who theoretically already have my application) telling them about my ties to their area and my willingness to relocate. I included another copy of my resume and an offer to send them writing samples, references, etc.
Hopefully that produces something positive and doesn't bite me in the ass. I stopped short of sending them a gif of me on my knees fellating a cucumber with a sign around my neck that says "Has No Self-Esteem." So even if they if they are mad, overall it's probably a win for me.
Hopefully that produces something positive and doesn't bite me in the ass. I stopped short of sending them a gif of me on my knees fellating a cucumber with a sign around my neck that says "Has No Self-Esteem." So even if they if they are mad, overall it's probably a win for me.
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cinephile wrote:Congrats!spleenworship wrote:CONGRATS JEN!!!!
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So... just real quick guys... my self confidence is fucking shot. I'm just constantly second guessing myself. Was sending these emails a good idea or a mistake in your opinion?spleenworship wrote:So.... I sent emails to four of the seven rural PD offices' head attorneys (who theoretically already have my application) telling them about my ties to their area and my willingness to relocate. I included another copy of my resume and an offer to send them writing samples, references, etc.
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Thanks guys!
I don't think it was a bad idea at all. I think it will do nothing or benefit you, but I don't see it hurting you.spleenworship wrote:So... just real quick guys... my self confidence is fucking shot. I'm just constantly second guessing myself. Was sending these emails a good idea or a mistake in your opinion?spleenworship wrote:So.... I sent emails to four of the seven rural PD offices' head attorneys (who theoretically already have my application) telling them about my ties to their area and my willingness to relocate. I included another copy of my resume and an offer to send them writing samples, references, etc.
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Thanks. I'm such a wreck I barely know my name anymore. That helps me feel better Jen.
And congrats again!
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Can't score if you don't shoot, Spleen. I only see see this helping you.
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Many consulting firms. I'm a 3L and recently gave up on the idea practicing law (really did not want to become a lawyer) and found out 2 weeks ago that I landed an offer with a mid-sized consulting firm. My JD and many of the courses I've taken in law school were a major reason I got an offer.play2win wrote:Besides jobs like FBI Special Agent, anyone know of any non-legal or not strictly legal type jobs where a JD would make you a competitive or even desirable candidate?
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Definitely a good idea. Keep hustling.spleenworship wrote:So... just real quick guys... my self confidence is fucking shot. I'm just constantly second guessing myself. Was sending these emails a good idea or a mistake in your opinion?spleenworship wrote:So.... I sent emails to four of the seven rural PD offices' head attorneys (who theoretically already have my application) telling them about my ties to their area and my willingness to relocate. I included another copy of my resume and an offer to send them writing samples, references, etc.
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Spleen, its not the end of the world to graduate without a job. In fact, most people will. You will find something and you will be a great attorney even it takes you a little longer. Most people don't have anything right now and most will not be as open as you are. It only seems like you are alone and looking for work, but trust me you are not.
Focus on your grades and sending out apps just 1 hour a day. Check your sites once in the evening and try not to dwell on it. You have another semester left and its not too late to kill your exams.
I feel like you are being too harsh on yourself and it can only be counterproductive.
Focus on your grades and sending out apps just 1 hour a day. Check your sites once in the evening and try not to dwell on it. You have another semester left and its not too late to kill your exams.
I feel like you are being too harsh on yourself and it can only be counterproductive.
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Congrats, JD!
Just something to keep on your radar if you've taken employment law classes.
Yeah, this is pretty much it. When I've seen JDs in HR, it's typically been at the more senior level, but since HR departments often have a big hand in company policies regarding hiring, promotion, benefits, etc., knowing how the law works is a huge asset. An entry-level recruiting position, however, won't deal much with the law outside of having to be mindful of it.A. Nony Mouse wrote:Not lwoods, but I've heard that about HR - since you're dealing with employment issues, some companies find it a benefit to have someone who knows the legal side of things (like when you can fire someone and how you can do it without getting sued, how to discipline employees, how to ensure hiring complies with federal/state law, that kind of thing). I also know someone in what I'd call a hybrid counsel/HR gig at a company that has a lot of international employees, so she does a lot of employment visa paperwork.
I don't know to what extent employers actively try to hire JDs to do this, nor do I know what the pay is like, but it's an area where you can argue that the JD is an advantage, at least.
Just something to keep on your radar if you've taken employment law classes.
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