If a potential employer says "I can only employ you if you could bring in clients" what is the best reply an interviewee could say if he is new to the place (hence doesn't know many people in the area) and being freshly graduated, does not know what "market" is out there in the profession?
2007-12-18 14:44:08 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Simply
"I am fresh clay for you to mold and I wish to be molded. I believe in my ability to bring new clients. I know I lack clients, but I am new to my field as I just graduated. I wish to prove myself."
You can then offer to start at a lower salary with a review in 6 months. Should you prove your worth, they will pay you their normal starting salary at the end of 6 months, retroactively.
2007-12-18 15:07:38 · answer #1 · answered by Jeffrey F 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I would have to agree with the first poster but have a few questions... 1) What type of law firm is it - civil plaintiff's or defense? 2) What type of area do they practice? 3) A firm isn't going to expect a new lawyer to bring in clients on the first day that he/she works; they will expect the new lawyer to be able to market the firm (take potential clients out for lunch, etc.); 4) Regardless of whether it's a plaintiff's firm or defense firm, join the local bar association; 5) If it's a defense firm, let them know that you will be marketing the firm (although if you're hired, make sure there is a marketing budget so you won't have to pay for it out of your pocket). 6) To market the firm [defense], you would want to go to seminars geared towards the insurance industry - so you can meet insurance adjusters, get to know them, and maybe they'll send business your way. There is a specific one that is held in Anaheim, CA every year, but unfortunately, I don't recall the name. There are sure to be those in your area too.
2016-05-24 23:43:32 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would reply thanks and look for another employer as this potential employer doesn't have enough work. A law firm knows that a new grad will not generally be bringing in clients immediately. The newbie is the hard working long hours low paid profit center for the rainmaker partners in the firm who bring in clients and then have young associates actually perform it.
2007-12-18 14:54:04 · answer #3 · answered by JudgeStan 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As in any business, advertise. I would start by making cards to hand out. Also, put ads in newspapers in your area stating something to the affect of (this is only an example as I don't know what branch of law you will concentrate on), "DUI/Traffic tickets? Need Help NOW? Protect your rights. Call Attorney John Doe for free consultation. 123-4567". Also, don't start with a huge firm while seeking employment. They usually are seeking more, experienced lawyers (not a rule, however). Go with a smaller business first. Get the experience. Or freelance as I just stated. Good luck.
2007-12-18 14:57:06 · answer #4 · answered by David T 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
That was not a good law firm. Just forget it.
A good law firm would employ fresh grad. to join their training progrm. Even those from Yales or Havards need to be trained. Then, they would take an examination for to be a solicitor. After bcoming solicitor, they can go to law court by themselves.
2007-12-18 14:50:20 · answer #5 · answered by giginotgigi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Didn't they cover the business side of your career in school?
Hmmmm.....
Depending on the type of work you and the firm agree to have you do, you think where you will find people with those kinds of needs, and then you hang out where they hang out, and mingle with them, gently encouraging them over time to get to know you and to trust you with some easy work. Then build it from there.
This is small business marketing 101. You might want to go visit the local chamber of commerce for remedial schooling and also to mingle with heir members :)
2007-12-18 15:02:50 · answer #6 · answered by Barry C 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Winning cases will surely bring in clients.
2007-12-18 14:47:09 · answer #7 · answered by FRAGINAL, JTM 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Tell them you just bought new track shoes and youve been practicing chasing ambulances, then tell them to blank off.
2007-12-19 12:46:10 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Say:
"Ohhh...........sorry.........I just farted.........hold on......oh yeah, that stinks."
Then get up and leave, but leave that employer in a sea of your ass stink. Eat beans and guacamole prior to the interview.
2007-12-18 14:54:57 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
networking
2007-12-18 15:06:20 · answer #10 · answered by michele 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋