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What to do next after having being interviewed for a legal job

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published December 17, 2008

By Harrison Barnes, CEO and Founder - BCG Attorney Search

Whew! It's finally over! You just finished with the big interview. Perhaps your interview was with a potential employer for your first post-law school job. Or maybe the interview was with a law school that you are hoping to get accepted to. Either way, while it's nice to have the interview behind you, many interviewees have the common misconception that once the interview is over the decision is out of their hands. All you can do is just sit around by the phone, and hound the postman when he comes with the mail, right? Wrong. This is not only un-true, but sitting back and waiting may actually hinder your chances of getting the good news you're hoping for. At this point, being passive may hurt you. Regardless of how your interview went, until the employer or selection committee has informed you of their decision, the process is not over! Until then, there are several strategies that you can use to ensure that you and your interview are fresh in the interviewers' (or committee's) minds.

What to do next after having being interviewed for a legal job

Be Sure to Follow Up!

Within the next 24 hours of your interview, be sure to follow up. If the interview was with a school, follow up with the head of the selection committee. If the interview was with a potential law firm, follow up with one of the partners, the HR manager, or the person who conducted the interview. The follow-up can be as simple as sending a card, a phone call, or even an email. The avenue that you select to use should reflect the environment of the firm or school that you have applied to. For example, if the firm is laid back, shooting a quick email is a good idea. However, if you're applying to a law school, then perhaps a card maybe more formal and therefore, effective.

The follow-up call/card/email should thank the interviewer(s) but also emphasize your interest in being a part of the law school or law firm, etc. Briefly restate your qualifications and how you'd be a contribution to the school or firm. Also, keep in mind the following with your follow up:

Write several emails/cards if the interview was with more than one individual. Don't just create one form letter for everyone, or cc everyone the same email. Take the time to personalize your message to each individual. This way, if they compare them (which is possible), they will see that you made the extra effort.
Proofread the card or email prior to sending it. Nothing will hurt your credibility more than grammatical and spelling errors!

Changed Your Mind? Let them Know!

Maybe within a few days of the interview, you find out that you were accepted to another law school, or you were offered a position with another firm or company. Be sure to let the other schools/firms/businesses that you interviewed with know! You should still follow up, this time thanking them in a call/card/email for their time, but explaining that you are no longer interested in the opportunity with them due to other opportunities that have recently presented themselves. The LAST thing you should do is let them go on thinking that you are still interested if you have accepted other offers. You should let them know of your decision this for two reasons. The first one being that it is the professional and cordial thing to do. They took the time to conduct the interview and you should take the time to turn them down. Second, you just never know what the future holds. Certain professors may run in the same circle as other law school professors, and so it goes with practicing attorneys who have established relationships with attorneys at other firms. The point is that you do NOT want to burn a bridge with one school or firm, only to have it come back and haunt you later in your legal career! So, be professional when informing your interviewers of your decision!

Time to Follow-up…Again!

Perhaps a few weeks (or depending on the school/firm a few months) have gone by, and still you do not have an answer. It doesn't hurt to call or email and ask if they are still in the selection process. Not hearing back does not necessarily mean the worst. Some schools don't make their decisions, or inform candidates of their decisions for several months, so it doesn't hurt to just send an email asking if they are still in the process, and letting them know that you are still very interested in attending their school. On the same note, some firms aren't in a huge hurry to hire, so a simple email stating that you are still interested in the position with their firm will also to help ensure that you're fresh in their minds. Just be careful to only follow up a few times, because while you want to ensure that you are fresh in their minds, you don't want them to remember you as the annoying person who called every other day!

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About Harrison Barnes

No legal recruiter in the United States has placed more attorneys at top law firms across every practice area than Harrison Barnes. His unmatched expertise, industry connections, and proven placement strategies have made him the most influential legal career advisor for attorneys seeking success in Big Law, elite boutiques, mid-sized firms, small firms, firms in the largest and smallest markets, and in over 350 separate practice areas.

A Reach Unlike Any Other Legal Recruiter

Most legal recruiters focus only on placing attorneys in large markets or specific practice areas, but Harrison places attorneys at all levels, in all practice areas, and in all locations—from the most prestigious firms in New York, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C., to small and mid-sized firms in rural markets. Every week, he successfully places attorneys not only in high-demand practice areas like corporate and litigation but also in niche and less commonly recruited areas such as:

Immigration law
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And many more...

This breadth of placements is unheard of in the legal recruiting industry and is a testament to his extraordinary ability to connect attorneys with the right firms, regardless of market size or practice area.

Proven Success at All Levels

With over 25 years of experience, Harrison has successfully placed attorneys at over 1,000 law firms, including:

Top Am Law 100 firms such including Sullivan and Cromwell, and almost every AmLaw 100 and AmLaw 200 law firm.
Elite boutique firms with specialized practices
Mid-sized firms looking to expand their practice areas
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He has also placed hundreds of law firm partners and has worked on firm and practice area mergers, helping law firms strategically grow their teams.

Unmatched Commitment to Attorney Success – The Story of BCG Attorney Search

Harrison Barnes is not just the most effective legal recruiter in the country, he is also the founder of BCG Attorney Search, a recruiting powerhouse that has helped thousands of attorneys transform their careers. His vision for BCG goes beyond just job placement; it is built on a mission to provide attorneys with opportunities they would never have access to otherwise. Unlike traditional recruiting firms, BCG Attorney Search operates as a career partner, not just a placement service. The firm’s unparalleled resources, including a team of over 150 employees, enable it to offer customized job searches, direct outreach to firms, and market intelligence that no other legal recruiting service provides. Attorneys working with Harrison and BCG gain access to hidden opportunities, real-time insights on firm hiring trends, and guidance from a team that truly understands the legal market. You can read more about how BCG Attorney Search revolutionizes legal recruiting here: The Story of BCG Attorney Search and What We Do for You.

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Harrison’s legal career insights are the most widely followed in the profession.

His articles on BCG Search alone are read by over 150,000 attorneys per month, making his guidance the most sought-after in the legal field. Read his latest insights here.
He has conducted hundreds of hours of career development webinars, available here: Harrison Barnes Webinar Replays.
His placement success is unmatched—see examples here: Harrison Barnes' Attorney Placements.
He has created numerous comprehensive career development courses, including BigLaw Breakthrough, designed to help attorneys land positions at elite law firms.

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With an unmatched track record of success, a vast team of over 150 dedicated employees, and a reach into every market and practice area, Harrison Barnes is the recruiter who makes career transformations happen and has the talent and resources behind him to make this happen.

A Relentless Commitment to Attorney Success

Unlike most recruiters who work with only a narrow subset of attorneys, Harrison Barnes works with lawyers at all stages of their careers, from junior associates to senior partners, in every practice area imaginable. His placements are not limited to only those with "elite" credentials—he has helped thousands of attorneys, including those who thought it was impossible to move firms, find their next great opportunity.

Harrison’s work is backed by a team of over 150 professionals who work around the clock to uncover hidden job opportunities at law firms across the country. His team:

Finds and creates job openings that aren’t publicly listed, giving attorneys access to exclusive opportunities.
Works closely with candidates to ensure their resumes and applications stand out.
Provides ongoing guidance and career coaching to help attorneys navigate interviews, negotiations, and transitions successfully.

This level of dedicated support is unmatched in the legal recruiting industry.

A Legal Recruiter Who Changes Lives

Harrison believes that every attorney—no matter their background, law school, or previous experience—has the potential to find success in the right law firm environment. Many attorneys come to him feeling stuck in their careers, underpaid, or unsure of their next steps. Through his unique ability to identify the right opportunities, he helps attorneys transform their careers in ways they never thought possible.

He has worked with:

Attorneys making below-market salaries who went on to double or triple their earnings at new firms.
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Attorneys in small or remote markets who assumed they had no options—only to be placed at strong firms they never knew existed.
Partners looking for a better platform or more autonomy who successfully transitioned to firms where they could grow their practice.

For attorneys who think their options are limited, Harrison Barnes has proven time and time again that opportunities exist—often in places they never expected.

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Alternative Summary

Harrison is the founder of BCG Attorney Search and several companies in the legal employment space that collectively gets thousands of attorneys jobs each year. Harrison’s writings about attorney careers and placement attract millions of reads each year. Harrison is widely considered the most successful recruiter in the United States and personally places multiple attorneys most weeks. His articles on legal search and placement are read by attorneys, law students and others millions of times per year.

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