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Hearing Back Timeline
Posted: Tue Nov 09, 2021 3:41 pm
by Anonymous User
Does anyone have insight into whether it is appropriate to ask about the timeline for hearing back in a clerkship interview if you have another pending offer that is expiring?
Re: Hearing Back Timeline
Posted: Wed Nov 10, 2021 10:15 am
by Anonymous User
Anonymous User wrote: ↑Tue Nov 09, 2021 3:41 pm
Does anyone have insight into whether it is appropriate to ask about the timeline for hearing back in a clerkship interview if you have another pending offer that is expiring?
You should let chambers know that you have another offer that is set to expire. I wouldn't phrase it like "when will you get back to me?" Instead, I would say something like "I really enjoyed interviewing with Judge XX, just to let you know, I have an offer with Judge YY set to expire on DATE." Essentially, let them know you have an expiring offer, don't just ask about the timeline.
Re: Hearing Back Timeline
Posted: Wed Nov 10, 2021 2:51 pm
by j01
You would also benefit from explicitly telling the judge that he's your first choice, which is why you're asking. Everyone appreciates flattery.
Edit: Assuming that is true.
Re: Hearing Back Timeline
Posted: Wed Nov 10, 2021 3:05 pm
by nixy
Anonymous User wrote: ↑Wed Nov 10, 2021 10:15 am
Anonymous User wrote: ↑Tue Nov 09, 2021 3:41 pm
Does anyone have insight into whether it is appropriate to ask about the timeline for hearing back in a clerkship interview if you have another pending offer that is expiring?
You should let chambers know that you have another offer that is set to expire. I wouldn't phrase it like "when will you get back to me?" Instead, I would say something like "I really enjoyed interviewing with Judge XX, just to let you know, I have an offer with Judge YY set to expire on DATE." Essentially, let them know you have an expiring offer, don't just ask about the timeline.
Yes, agreed.