tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5618663158161665199.post500343112302062343..comments2024-01-09T21:43:06.916-05:00Comments on Esq. Never: Job Search UpdateEsq. Neverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18248019550876835145noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5618663158161665199.post-74487695641430439212010-05-25T20:50:51.545-04:002010-05-25T20:50:51.545-04:00It's amazing how many people I come across in ...It's amazing how many people I come across in person and via the web who are having issues finding a position with their JD. I am a graduate of Hofstra University School of Law and was admitted to the New York State Bar. <br /><br />Instead of writing a long bio, I will try and remain brief. What I have learned after receiving the JD and passing the bar is that I wish that I can get my money back. The legal field is so damn saturated with attorneys that unless you are within the top percentage of graduating students or your mommy and daddy have a golden paved road ahead for your success, good luck in your endeavors. <br /><br />Aside from some typical responses from law firms claiming that they only hire top grads or those with experience under their belt, you also will have the headaches o say your loan providers, such as Sallie Mae, the largest crooked piece of shit loan provider in existence knocking at your door should you miss a payment. <br /><br />In re to finding positions outside law practice, you're going to need a priest, holy water, and rosary beads. Amazingly, when I was in law school there was soo much talk about how a JD can be used to transfer in other fields, such as Regulatory Affairs, Procurement, Public Affairs, Media Relations, etc. Think again! Most likely, unless it's an entry level position with a recommendation, you are not going to have much luck. Most companies posting such positions scoff at the idea that a $100k degree would substitute for even two years required experience. They also dislike taking chances with people who have JD's because we either will be demanding more pay or some jerkoff who has a lesser degree and knows someone in the office is more of a perfect match.<br /><br />I wish to God I could trade in this piece of shit degree and pursue another life. Unfortunately, it hangs on my wall like a priceless piece of toilet paper never letting me forget a mistake I made achieving it many years ago.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5618663158161665199.post-9013189332027193022010-04-04T13:18:13.646-04:002010-04-04T13:18:13.646-04:00Been away for a couple of months... sorry to see y...Been away for a couple of months... sorry to see you still haven't found decent (any?) employement.<br /><br />DougDoug / JD2Bnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5618663158161665199.post-30533740427136289932010-04-02T01:10:04.722-04:002010-04-02T01:10:04.722-04:00Why don't you go to med school or something?Why don't you go to med school or something?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5618663158161665199.post-74566259464085965722010-03-31T14:14:32.438-04:002010-03-31T14:14:32.438-04:00The ABA has some suggestions for you job search. ...The ABA has some suggestions for you job search. How are your twisting skills?<br /><br />http://whoneedslawyers.com/?p=319Phttp://www.whoneedslawyers.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5618663158161665199.post-85823217402061275122010-03-31T13:30:42.138-04:002010-03-31T13:30:42.138-04:00I cringed when I read that you are going to a care...I cringed when I read that you are going to a career fair. . . prepare to be depressed! It sounds like you have some positive nibbles out there though so good luck!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5618663158161665199.post-79911483426344329932010-03-31T12:28:41.755-04:002010-03-31T12:28:41.755-04:00"commission only schemes" It might be po..."commission only schemes" It might be possible for you to break into Sales with "Commission only." They generally start newbies that way. But be advised, "commission only" is the type of work most people went into Law to avoid. It is grueling both mentally and physically. IT kills relationships. It forces you to take a job beyond 9 to 5. At least when you get the money; you know you earned it and it was in no way a gift or favor.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5618663158161665199.post-81443905383594618342010-03-30T18:50:17.126-04:002010-03-30T18:50:17.126-04:005:11 - Nice. At least I should be able to get a fu...5:11 - Nice. At least I should be able to get a funny blog post out of it. That reminds me, I really should finish that post about those commission only schemes.Esq. Neverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18248019550876835145noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5618663158161665199.post-86414366197036686882010-03-30T17:11:29.617-04:002010-03-30T17:11:29.617-04:00Career fairs, lol! I went to one last month and i...Career fairs, lol! I went to one last month and it was absolutely pathetic. There was nothing there but insurance and financial services MLM type scams. The only real employer was the local cable company, seeking blue collar labor and an IT business seeking people with solid computer science backgrounds.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5618663158161665199.post-56398430840072713632010-03-30T16:08:23.280-04:002010-03-30T16:08:23.280-04:004% chance of being interviewed. Don't despair...4% chance of being interviewed. Don't despair, friend.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com