Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, we're speaking with former BigLaw recruiter Sadie Jones about whether it's feasible to apply for jobs while studying for the bar exam. We explore scenarios such as graduates who failed the bar the first time, 3Ls without job offers, and those with job offers contingent on passing the bar.
In this episode, we discuss:
>The realities of job hunting while studying for the bar
>How to handle conversations with See more +
Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, we're speaking with former BigLaw recruiter Sadie Jones about whether it's feasible to apply for jobs while studying for the bar exam. We explore scenarios such as graduates who failed the bar the first time, 3Ls without job offers, and those with job offers contingent on passing the bar.
In this episode, we discuss:
>The realities of job hunting while studying for the bar
>How to handle conversations with potential employers about your bar exam status
>Smart alternatives to consider if you need income during bar prep
>Tips for positioning yourself for success once you do pass the exam
Resources:
>CareerDicta (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/careerdicta/)
>Studying for the Bar While Applying to Jobs (https://barexamtoolbox.com/studying-for-the-bar-while-applying-to-jobs/)
>How to Juggle Bar Prep and Job Hunting (https://barexamtoolbox.com/how-to-juggle-bar-prep-and-job-hunting/)
>Applying to Jobs Without a Law License (https://barexamtoolbox.com/applying-to-jobs-without-a-law-license/)
>Professional Development While Waiting for Bar Results (https://barexamtoolbox.com/professional-development-while-waiting-for-bar-results/)
Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-294-should-you-apply-for-jobs-during-bar-prep-w-sadie-jones/)
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