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IP Application Tips Courtesy of SIPLA
SIPLA officers Chris Hallstrom and Terrece Pearman presented a workshop this week on IP-specific modifications for resumes. Bart Giddings, a patent attorney with Stoel Rives, was also on hand to offer advice about IP applications. December 1 is the first day that 1L students can apply for jobs, and many IP firms expect students ... Keep reading »IP Firms in the Salt Lake Area
If you are a 1L student who is interested in the Intellectual Property sector, did you know that employers expect to receive applications for summer clerk jobs in early December? (Even before your first semester grades are available!) There are several firms in the area which are known specifically for strong IP practices, including: Bateman ... Keep reading »PDO Events November 18 to November 23
Student Panel: Finding Employment Outside of Utah Wednesday November 18, 12:15 - 1:15 Room 107 What Not to Wear: A Discussion of Appropriate Attire for Interviews, Court, and the Workplace Thursday November 19, 12:15 - 1:15, Room 106 sponsored by the WLC Panelists: Judge Christiansen (Third District Court), Kristy Larsen (Ray Quinney Nebeker), Anneliese Booher (PDO Director), ... Keep reading »For 1L’s: How Can I Find Law-Related Work Experience for this Summer?
It can be a challenge to secure law-related work experience during the summer after your first year of law school. For this reason, 1L's who seek legal work during their first summer will search broadly not during the Spring On-Campus Interview season (which takes place during Spring Semester), but also for other paid and ... Keep reading »Director’s Tip of the Week: Think before You Write, or, Avoid Prompting a Judge to Quote a “Billy Madison” in Response to Your Written Work
Last week, PDO urged you to think before you act. This week, the topic turns slightly to thinking before you write--whether a fiery email to your classmates, a questionable facebook post which can be viewed by or forwarded to prospective employers, or a piece of legal work which is not your best effort. This ... Keep reading »FAQ: Who Is in the Northwest Consortium of Law Schools and How Can They Help Me?
The S.J. Quinney College of Law is a member of the Northwest Consortium of law schools, along with other public and private law schools in the states of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Arizona and Utah. SJQ has established reciprocal agreements with the career services offices these law schools which allow students and alumni who are ... Keep reading »Invitation to the Northwest Public Service Career Fairs
Registration has opened for the Northwest Public Service Career Fairs to be held in Seattle February 5 and Portland February 6. The website has specific details on registration process and the application process. http://www.nwpifair.org/ Although the Career Fair is considered an informational/networking fair, some employers will also be conducting interviews. If students are submitting ... Keep reading »PDO Events November 11 to November 20
Make-up 1L Orientation Wednesday November 11, 12:15 - 1:15 Library 112 Student Panel: Finding Employment Outside of Utah Wednesday November 18, 12:15 - 1:15 Room 107 November Lunch with Lawyers Friday November 20, 12:15 - 1:15 Borchard (sold out) Attorneys: Scott Young, Lori Seppi, and Cecilia Romero1L Counseling Appointments with PDO
November heralds the opportunity for 1L students to begin working with PDO! Following their orientation to career services, 1L students are given passwords to Symplicity so that they can access the PDO electronic job board. The next step is preparation of application materials (résumés, cover letters, etc.) and meeting with PDO to discuss résumés ... Keep reading »Preparing Your Legal Resume
Legal résumés are just a little different than those prepared for non-legal jobs. They are shorter (one page), and will typically begin with your educational background rather than work experience. Still, the purpose of your legal résumé is like any other—to get an interview. Your chances of doing this improve if your résumé suggests ... Keep reading »Cover Letters
Nothing seems to cause law job applicants more trouble cover letters! Something about drafting those 2-3 short paragraphs which causes law students to a) start using legalese and passive voice; b) engage in avoidance techniques whereby they spend 18 hours perfecting their résumé and 2.2 minutes preparing and editing a cover letter; or c) ... Keep reading »Tip of the Week: Think Before You Act or Enter Crim Pro Class Wearing Full SWAT Gear
Another real world example of a law student failing to pause and think before acting in a less than professional manner at the law school. Don’t let this happen to you (ok, the chances are small)! Last Thursday, a law student at a college to the south entered a criminal procedure class in full ... Keep reading »2L Focus: Interesting Things We Did Last Summer
This article concludes the Career Brief series featuring two stories every week from current 2L students who agreed to answer for PDO, How I Spent My Summer. The entire series is posted on the bulletin board outside of PDO’s offices. This week we feature the stories of James Swan and Kingston White. James Swan: Law Clerk, ... Keep reading »November 20: Lunch with Lawyers
Lunch with Lawyers is an upcoming networking event sponsored by PDO and will be held at 12:15 on Friday, November 20 at the law school. The three attorneys who will be joining us are Cecilia Romero (Holland & Hart), Lori Seppi (Salt Lake Legal Defenders Association) and Scott Young (Sentry Financial). ... Keep reading »Networking, Tailgating and Football-November 21!
Plan to attend the Young Alumni Association’s Mentoring CLE, tailgate party, and Utah v. San Diego State football game, Saturday, November 21. You can attend all or any part of this fun annual event! The CLE is free (11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.), and, as students, you can attend the tailgate party/BBQ afterwards ... Keep reading »Upcoming PDO Events November 9 to November 13
The Importance of Diversity in the Judiciary Monday, November 9 12:15 Room 107 Co-sponsored with the Minority Law Caucus, with panelists: Judge Glenn Iwasaki, Third District Court Judge Tyrone Medley, Third District Court Judge William Thorne, Utah Court of Appeals Insider's Guide to Resumes and Cover Letters Tuesday, November 10 11:00 in Room 107 Make-up Session for ... Keep reading »1L Mandatory PDO Orientation: Monday, November 2, 2009
All 1L's should attend PDO's mandatory orientation session on Monday, November 2, from 12:15 to 1:15. The Orientation will take place in the Moot Courtroom and will include presentations from the PDO staff. Topics will include how to access information through the Symplicity computer program, which PDO uses to post jobs, conduct on-campus recruiting, ... Keep reading »2L Focus: Interesting Things We Did Last Summer
This article continues the Career Brief series featuring two stories every week from current 2L students who agreed to answer for PDO, How I Spent My Summer. The entire series is posted on the bulletin board outside of PDO's offices. Liz Silvestrini: Intern, General Counsel's Office Women's ... Keep reading »Upcoming PDO Events October 27 to November 6
Public Interest Careers Wednesday, October 28 12:15 in Room 107 Panelists include: Laura Boswell, Disability Law Center Alan Matheson, Envision Utah Margaret Plane, Salt Lake City Attorney's Office Alyssa Williams, Catholic Community Services 1L Orientation (Attendance Mandatory) Monday, November 2 12:15 in the Sutherland Moot Courtroom3L’s: What are your post-graduation plans?
Kay emailed the 3L class during fall break inquiring about their post-graduation plans/job searches. An exciting result of the inquiry was the breaking news that 13 members of the class of 2010 have accepted judicial clerkships - congratulations if you are one of them! While many 3L's know their post graduate plans, many are undecided or have ... Keep reading »Which State’s Bar Will You Take?
In the coming weeks, most 3L's will decide which state's bar examination they will take. The decision is generally made fairly soon so that soon-to-be graduates can ensure that they timely meet the chosen state bar's requirements (usually providing extensive employment, financial, and background check information). For those who know where they will be ... Keep reading »Career Tip: Consider Out of State Employment
Sometimes it's important to think outside the box - and maybe outside a certain geographic zone - when making your plans for after law school. Several outside of state employers who came for on campus interviews this year gave PDO feedback that they would have liked more applications. For example, SJQ alumnus Jared LeFevre ... Keep reading »2L Focus: Interesting Things We Did Last Summer
This article continues the Career Brief series featuring two stories every week from current 2L students who agreed to answer for PDO, How I Spent My Summer. These stories are posted on the bulletin board outside of PDO's offices. Jennifer Ku: Intern, Department of Homeland Security Office of Principal Legal Advisor, National Security Law Division, Washington, D.C. ... Keep reading »Upcoming PDO Events October 20 to November 2
Wednesday, October 21 Careers in Litigation Panel 12:15 in Room 107 Wednesday, October 28 Careers in Public Interest Panel 12:15 in Room 107 Monday, November 2 1L Orientation 12:15 in Sutherland Moot Courtroom 1L's mark your calendars now for this mandatory orientation!5 Tips for Fall Break
Next week is Fall Break! Here are a few tips on how to use your time, from PDO's perspective. 1. Rest and recharge. This time of year is hectic and stressful for many—from 1L’s trying to figure out how to write a legal memorandum to upper class students trying to keep up with classes, write ... Keep reading »2L’s and 3L’s, Apply for a Leader Scholarship by October 20!
Are you a 2L or 3L who has been a leader in pro bono, clinical, professional, or other volunteer service? Have you been the driving force behind the success of a student organization or initiative? Did you exhibit strong leadership skills before you came to law school? If the answer to any of these ... Keep reading »Career Tips from the Other 80% Panelists
Last week's panelists for the Other 80% panel had some great advice that we are passing on to you as this week's career tips. Alumni Stevan Baxter, Aaron Tarin, and Tasha Williams graduated in 2008, and they were willing to share the following insights: 1. What are some ways to distinguish yourself when your grades do ... Keep reading »2L Focus: Interesting Things We Did Last Summer
This article continues the Career Brief series featuring two stories every week from current 2L students who agreed to answer for PDO, How I Spent My Summer. These stories are posted on the bulletin board outside of PDO's offices. John “Jack” Nelson: Law Clerk, Datsopoulos, McDonald & Lind P.C., Missoula, Montana ... Keep reading »Alta Club Reception for New Utah Bar Admitees, October 28
If you are a recent graduate who passed the Bar (congratulations, by the way!), plan to attend the Salt Lake County Bar’s New Lawyers & Judges Reception on Wednesday, October 28, 2009 at the Alta Club. This is an annual event to honor YOU with free food and drinks! Many local judges and attorneys attend ... Keep reading »Professional Etiquette During Presentations
PDO really appreciates the enthusiasm and participation at our events/workshops this year. However, PDO has a request for students attending law school events: be a respectful audience. Most panels run from 12:15 until 1:15, allowing around 20 minutes for students to have a quick break before afternoon classes begin. If possible, try not to leave a presentation early ... Keep reading »Upcoming PDO Events Week of October 6
Friday, October 9, 12:15 in Borchard Conference Room – October Lunch with Lawyers. Business casual dress. There are two places remaining; reservations should be made in the PDO office. Attorney biographies follow: Scott Eastmondis Associate General Counsel at Bonneville International Corporation. Scott joined Bonneville in 2005. Before joining Bonneville, Scott practiced law with firms in Phoenix, Arizona, and ... Keep reading »The Other 80%
Over the past few weeks, it has been impossible to miss all the students walking around in suits at the law school and the employers wandering around the library. On-campus interview season is upon us! Because OCI is a weeks-long, very visible event at the law school, some students labor under the impression that ... Keep reading »Judicial Clerkship Interviews
If you have landed an interview with a judge for a post-graduate clerkship, congratulations! Now, you may be wondering how such an interview might differ from other types of interviews, and how you will prepare for it. It is important to prepare carefully. Clerkships can be difficult to snare, and in this economy, the ... Keep reading »How to Find a Job Outside of OCI: Focus on Government
If you are a 2L or 3L and don't know what you'll be doing next summer or post-graduation, now is the time to kick your job search up a notch. On Campus Interviews (OCI), which end October 6, are not the way that most students find jobs. In fact, PDO expects that even fewer ... Keep reading »2L Focus: Interesting Things We Did Last Summer
For the next month, the Career Brief will feature two stories every week from current 2L students who agreed to answer for PDO, “How I Spent My Summer”. These stories are posted on the bulletin board outside of PDO’s offices. Lena Cetvei: Intern, Justice Department, U.S. Attorney’s Office, Salt Lake City... Keep reading »Career Tip
The golden rule of job-hunting is that it is easier to find a job from a place of employment than unemployment. Why? If you are employed, you are gaining experience. This experience not only increases your qualifications but also gives you something to talk about in future job interviews, especially if you cultivate interesting ... Keep reading »Upcoming PDO Events September 30 to October 9
Two panels, the Public Interest/Government Crawl, and the October Lunch with Lawyers are happening over the next 10 days. View the flyers for each event below. The Crawl and Lunch with Lawyers require RSVP’s, but there is still space available for each. Sign up in the PDO Office Room 195. Wednesday, September 30, 12:15 in ... Keep reading »Let PDO Know Where You Are Interviewing and Where You Are Working!
PDO wants to know about what you are doing—where you worked last summer, where you are interviewing now, and where you have landed a job. Is this because PDO is bored, with nothing else to do but bother you for details about your life? No (although we do enjoy it)! First, PDO wants to know ... Keep reading »PDO’s Attorney Mentor Program: Benefits and Top 5 Ways to be a Good Mentee!
Last week, over 40 of you signed up for PDO’s Attorney Mentor Program! This program is different from ASP or other mentor programs where students are matched with upper-level student mentors. Through it, students from any class may be matched with a local attorney who has expressed an interest in mentoring. The program does ... Keep reading »Legal Employers’ Shifting Perspective on New Associates
In response to the recent recession, many large and small law firms and other legal employers have taken actions which impact new associates. Just a few of these are discussed below, along with some thoughts from PDO. First, and perhaps most obvious to you as students, legal employers are being cautious with regard to ... Keep reading »Networking 101, or How to Start a Conversation with an Attorney
Are you attending the Mentor Kick-Off tomorrow night and are unsure about how to talk with the attorney mentors? Fear not, PDO has a few suggestions to ease your nerves. Read on … PDO Director Anneliese Booher has prepared a comprehensive handout on Networking: 5 Basic Rules and 10 Simple Ways to Get Started (... Keep reading »Upcoming Events Week of September 22
The Attorney Mentor Kick-Off Social is downtown at Caffe Molise tomorrow (Wednesday September 23) at 5:30. Business or business casual dress is suggested. Important Date Change: The Public Interest/Government Crawl has been moved to Monday, October 5! For details on these events and next week's PDO programs, read on. Wednesday, September 23 5:30 -7:00 Attorney ... Keep reading »Networking. Food. A Student-Favorite PDO Program.
What is Lunch with Lawyers? October 9 marks the return of this very popular PDO networking program. For this program, three or four attorneys visit campus to eat lunch with a small group of students. The program is open to students from all three classes on a first-come RSVP basis, with participation limited to ... Keep reading »
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