At the risk of sounding like an absolute loser, does anyone else just ... not really have friends? I’m 26, never really connected with many girls in law school, and my handful of college friends are scattered far from me. Sure, there are people who I can text and vice versa, but I never have anyone to get a pedicure or drink with, let alone celebrate my recent engagement. I’m trying to stay positive, but it’s lonely out here!
Rising Star
Most places don't really want first or second year laterals. So a lot of your initial apps were probably in vain. You're hitting the sweet spot now, but there are few openings, and competition is fierce. Have you gotten feedback on your resume and application materials?
Thanks for letting me know things will be better! It means a lot. I think my resume is good enough, at least according to my lawyer friends and recruiters. Do you have any suggestions on cover letters? My own cover letter is one page with 3 paragraphs detailing my background and what I can contribute. But the cover letters my recruiters prepared and sent are pretty much copied & pasted from my resume. Is this normal? Should I talk to them about this?
Keep in mind...there is nothing normal about this year! 🙂