I'm an upcoming 1L and I heard from a few people (including someone who had been to law school) this week that there were restrictions on being employed while a 1L at an ABA law school. Am wondering if there are any such restrictions, and if so how that would affect the following:
1) I've been asked by my current firm to remain as a part-time/indepedent contractor subject matter expert (non-testifying) for various ongoing investigation/litigation work. Could I do that as either a W-2 or independent contractor (1099) employee?
2) I have my own corporation (files under S status) which due to IRS regulations requires me to pay myself a "fair salary" - is paying myself a violation of school/ABA restrictions against employment, if any exist?
When I first heard about those type of restrictions I didn't give it much thought, as it seemed ridiculous for a school to determine what I can or can't do with my free time, and I know there are part-time/night programs where people definitely work. I just wanted to check whether there were any restrictions I should know about and how that would affect my ability to engage in either of the above-mentioned activities.
1L school year employment Forum
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DELG
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Re: 1L school year employment
I have never heard of a school actually investigating the number of hours worked, probably because they know most 1Ls are smart enough not to overextend themselves. So, clearing it with your school is probably your last concern.
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A. Nony Mouse
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Re: 1L school year employment
Sorry, 0Ls are not allowed to post in the legal employment forum. I'm going to lock this rather than move it because the Ask a Law Student/Graduate forum does not have anonymous posting - feel free to repost.
