Latham and Watkins Announces Diversity Scholars Program
For more information, please go here.
Eligibility
To become a Latham Diversity Scholar, you must be enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school and intend to practice law in a major city of the United States. You must have successfully completed your first year of a full-time JD program, with an expected graduation date of spring 2011, and you may not be the recipient of a similar scholarship award from another law firm.
Award
Latham Diversity Scholars will receive a gift of a $10,000 non-renewable scholarship for their third year of law school (2010-2011). This scholarship is not contingent upon receiving or accepting an offer of employment at Latham & Watkins. Latham awarded four scholarships each in 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009 and anticipates naming four Latham Diversity Scholars in 2010.
To be considered for the Latham Diversity Scholars Program, please complete and submit an application form, resume, unofficial or official law school transcript and personal statement to Latham & Watkins. The application process is open to law students who meet the eligibility requirements stated above. Applications must be received by September 15, 2009.
A Selection Panel of attorneys will evaluate all applications, considering such factors as academic achievement, work experience and overall commitment to diversity, and announce the scholarship recipients in the spring of 2010. Late or incomplete applications may be reviewed at the discretion of the Selection Panel.
Friday, July 31, 2009
The Way In for Struggling, Unemployed Lawyers
Lawyer Avenue has posted an article that reviews career assessment tools for unemployed lawyers.
The Way In for Struggling, Unemployed Lawyers
Updated July 29, 2009
This just in: Nearly 10 million people are collecting unemployment benefits, up from 2 ½ million two years ago. How many are lawyers? It all depends on which blog you read. But for argument’s sake, let’s suppose SOME of the thousands of out-of-work lawyers and new grads should be using this downtime to re-assess their practice … even their career in law. To help , LawyerAvenue has gathered eight valid (and modestly priced) online career assessment tools. Self-knowledge is crucial, particularly in this economy. It’s the way in.
Career Discovery (http://www.careerdiscovery.com/) – Online career assessment co-developed by Tim Butler, director of Harvard’s MBA Career Development program, author of Getting Unstuck: How Dead Ends Become New Paths. The assessment defines a “universe of possible business careers” in which one could express their interests. $95 (password-protected, good for 60 days).
CareerKey (http://www.careerkey.org/) – Assigns users to one or more of six personality types and helps identify occupations most likely to fit their profile. Developed at North Carolina State University’s College of Education. $9.95
DISC Classic Profile (http://www.discprofile.com/) – Well-established online assessment tool. Identifies and measures work style patterns in four personality categories. From the home page, click on the DiSC Classic Profile ($25.95), or The Classic 2 Plus ($59.95), an enhanced version.
Focus Career (http://www.focuscareer.com/) – Widely used career-planning system. Developed by the same design team that pioneered IBM’s computer-based, career-planning program. $39.95.
Jackson Vocational Interest Survey (http://www.jvis.com/) – Educational and career-planning tool offers a detailed snapshot of interests and how they relate to the world of work. Authored by a former President of the American Psychological Association’s Division of Measurement, Evaluation and Statistics. Takes about 40 minutes to complete; highly detailed report, $19.95.
The Keirsey Temperament Sorter (http://www.keirsey.com/) – A temperament and work personality assessment. Inividualized, 70-question assessment ranges from $11.95 to $19.95.
Motivational Appraisal of Personal Potential (http://www.assessment.com/) – MAPP, first developed in the 1960s, measures motivation in specific work areas. The online package offers a vocational analysis, a narrative interpretation of your ratings in nine trait groups, a personalized 20-page report, and a summary of your top six motivators. $19.95to $129.95.
Self-Directed Search (http://www.self-directed-search.com/) – Discover the careers that best match your interests. An online assessment based on the occupation codes popularized by Dr. John Holland. Requires 20-30 minutes to complete. A personalized report is e-mailed to users along with a list of the occupations and fields of study that most closely match their interests. $9.95.
* Recommended reading: Solo By Choice: How to Be the Lawyer You Always Wanted to Be (Carolyn Elefant, 2008), Lawyers at Midlife: Laying the Groundwork for the Road Ahead (Mike Long, 2008).
The Way In for Struggling, Unemployed Lawyers
Updated July 29, 2009
This just in: Nearly 10 million people are collecting unemployment benefits, up from 2 ½ million two years ago. How many are lawyers? It all depends on which blog you read. But for argument’s sake, let’s suppose SOME of the thousands of out-of-work lawyers and new grads should be using this downtime to re-assess their practice … even their career in law. To help , LawyerAvenue has gathered eight valid (and modestly priced) online career assessment tools. Self-knowledge is crucial, particularly in this economy. It’s the way in.
Career Discovery (http://www.careerdiscovery.com/) – Online career assessment co-developed by Tim Butler, director of Harvard’s MBA Career Development program, author of Getting Unstuck: How Dead Ends Become New Paths. The assessment defines a “universe of possible business careers” in which one could express their interests. $95 (password-protected, good for 60 days).
CareerKey (http://www.careerkey.org/) – Assigns users to one or more of six personality types and helps identify occupations most likely to fit their profile. Developed at North Carolina State University’s College of Education. $9.95
DISC Classic Profile (http://www.discprofile.com/) – Well-established online assessment tool. Identifies and measures work style patterns in four personality categories. From the home page, click on the DiSC Classic Profile ($25.95), or The Classic 2 Plus ($59.95), an enhanced version.
Focus Career (http://www.focuscareer.com/) – Widely used career-planning system. Developed by the same design team that pioneered IBM’s computer-based, career-planning program. $39.95.
Jackson Vocational Interest Survey (http://www.jvis.com/) – Educational and career-planning tool offers a detailed snapshot of interests and how they relate to the world of work. Authored by a former President of the American Psychological Association’s Division of Measurement, Evaluation and Statistics. Takes about 40 minutes to complete; highly detailed report, $19.95.
The Keirsey Temperament Sorter (http://www.keirsey.com/) – A temperament and work personality assessment. Inividualized, 70-question assessment ranges from $11.95 to $19.95.
Motivational Appraisal of Personal Potential (http://www.assessment.com/) – MAPP, first developed in the 1960s, measures motivation in specific work areas. The online package offers a vocational analysis, a narrative interpretation of your ratings in nine trait groups, a personalized 20-page report, and a summary of your top six motivators. $19.95to $129.95.
Self-Directed Search (http://www.self-directed-search.com/) – Discover the careers that best match your interests. An online assessment based on the occupation codes popularized by Dr. John Holland. Requires 20-30 minutes to complete. A personalized report is e-mailed to users along with a list of the occupations and fields of study that most closely match their interests. $9.95.
* Recommended reading: Solo By Choice: How to Be the Lawyer You Always Wanted to Be (Carolyn Elefant, 2008), Lawyers at Midlife: Laying the Groundwork for the Road Ahead (Mike Long, 2008).
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Finding Federal Government Jobs
Searching for Federal Government Jobs?
Google has created a search engine for those seeking federal government jobs. The site is available at http://www.google.com/unclesam.
Once at the site, type "Attorney Honors Programs" in the search box. This will bring up a significant number of entry-level honors programs for attorneys across a wide range of federal agencies. Take advantage of this great search tool. The Federal government is hiring - you just need to be resourceful and viligant in your search.
Our office can assist with you other search tools for state, county and local positions also. Stop by - we are open during the summer.
Google has created a search engine for those seeking federal government jobs. The site is available at http://www.google.com/unclesam.
Once at the site, type "Attorney Honors Programs" in the search box. This will bring up a significant number of entry-level honors programs for attorneys across a wide range of federal agencies. Take advantage of this great search tool. The Federal government is hiring - you just need to be resourceful and viligant in your search.
Our office can assist with you other search tools for state, county and local positions also. Stop by - we are open during the summer.
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Michigan Federal Defender
Federal Defender of West Michigan
Position Announcement
Assistant Federal Public Defender
The Federal Public Defender for the Western District of Michigan is accepting
applications for an entry-level Assistant Federal Public Defender. The Federal Public Defender operates under the authority of the Criminal Justice Act, 18 U.S.C. § 3006(A), and provides criminal defense services to people charged with federal crimes who cannot afford to hire a lawyer.
Assistant Federal Public Defenders provide every aspect of representation to individuals charged with federal crimes including trials and related hearings, direct appeals, post-conviction and habeas relief, witness representation, supervised release violations and other matters. Applicants must be graduates of an accredited law school, admitted and in good standing with a state bar or eligible for admission. Applicants must also be eligible for admission to the Western District of Michigan. Qualified candidates must have an aptitude for trial practice and superior analytical ability. The successful applicant will have excellent interpersonal skills, good judgment, the ability to prioritize and to work both independently and cooperatively. Commitment to the indigent and personal integrity are essential.
Salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience. The position includes Federal
benefits. Employment is at will. An FBI background and IRS tax check is required. Please send a resume with cover letter, writing sample and references to:
Ray Kent
Federal Public Defender
50 Louis NW, Ste. 500
Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2633
Applications accepted until September 30, 2009.
No telephone inquiries please.
The Federal Public Defender is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position Announcement
Assistant Federal Public Defender
The Federal Public Defender for the Western District of Michigan is accepting
applications for an entry-level Assistant Federal Public Defender. The Federal Public Defender operates under the authority of the Criminal Justice Act, 18 U.S.C. § 3006(A), and provides criminal defense services to people charged with federal crimes who cannot afford to hire a lawyer.
Assistant Federal Public Defenders provide every aspect of representation to individuals charged with federal crimes including trials and related hearings, direct appeals, post-conviction and habeas relief, witness representation, supervised release violations and other matters. Applicants must be graduates of an accredited law school, admitted and in good standing with a state bar or eligible for admission. Applicants must also be eligible for admission to the Western District of Michigan. Qualified candidates must have an aptitude for trial practice and superior analytical ability. The successful applicant will have excellent interpersonal skills, good judgment, the ability to prioritize and to work both independently and cooperatively. Commitment to the indigent and personal integrity are essential.
Salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience. The position includes Federal
benefits. Employment is at will. An FBI background and IRS tax check is required. Please send a resume with cover letter, writing sample and references to:
Ray Kent
Federal Public Defender
50 Louis NW, Ste. 500
Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2633
Applications accepted until September 30, 2009.
No telephone inquiries please.
The Federal Public Defender is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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