I have a bachelors and a JD and don't want to work in Law.?

Question

Where can I look for a position with a company? I've sent out resumes and think the law degree is turning off employers. Are there any recommended sites or head hunters?

Answer 1

I did not like my degree either so I use to send out "reverse" resumes - putting all the work experience and goal statements at the top and listing my education credentials at the bottom. That way the employers get an idea of who you are before they judge you just by your education. I think it worked because I got the job. Try consulting work or temp agencies to get the work experience in your desired field. Employers are more willing to give you a shot on a short term basis.

Answer 2

You don't say what your bachelors degree is in, but I'm assuming its Poli Sci or History etc.
You do not need to list your JD on your resume/CV unless you want to.
I found my last 2 jobs using Monster.com. Both were high paying and local to where I live, and just what I wanted to do even though my experience was not as the ad requested.
Tailor a cover letter that fits the job you want and the resume as well. If you get the interview, you can discuss the JD as your "I continually like to learn" type of answer, but found it not to be the road you wanted to pursue.
I have a degree in Accounting, and have been asked if I want to get my CPA. HECK NO, and I am honest about that in interviews. It has not hurt me getting a job.
Hope you find something

Answer 3

A good friend of mine went through the same experience as you. He earned his Law degree and then afterward, decided it wasn't for him. So, he turned to writing books, ghostwriting for others and now is an announcer on a major Los Angeles radio station.

Perhaps go in business for yourself, or if you do apply for work, just share your BA or MA degrees and keep the JD degree out of the picture. Good Luck.

Answer 4

Maybe you should consider going into public relations for corporations. There is so much legal activity that needs to be considered because of SOX, HIPPA, etc., your JD might be helpful. You might also want to consider a career in HR for obvious reasons.

Good luck