THE JOHN M. LANGSTON BAR ASSOCIATION YOUNG LAWYERS COMMITTEE,

ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION, LATINA LAWYERS BAR ASSOCIATION AND MEXICAN AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION

present the

YOUNG LAWYERS CAREER EXPO

Supporting Young Lawyers 0-5 Years Experience with their Path to Employment

Event Information

Parking $6. Breakfast and Lunch provided.

RSVP required. RSVP by October 11, 2013

Questions? Marie Maurice at langstonyounglawyers@yahoo.com

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

• Breakfast

8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

• Resume Drop

Talk with representatives from law firms, government entities, employment agencies and law school career counselors concerning employment opportunities that are available to you. Don’t forget to bring your resume!

9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

• Networking/Eight Minute Mentoring

Are you looking to land your first job, looking for different opportunities, or just seeking advice on office politics? Get tips on networking, connect with experienced attorneys and create new relationships...in minutes!

10:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

• Set Yourself Apart!

So you want to land the perfect job but are worried about the hundreds of other applicants fighting for the same position? Join us as we discuss what you can do to set yourself apart and brand yourself as the ideal candidate. This seminar will discuss everything from interview skills, resume tips, cover letter do’s and don’ts, and more. Don't miss it!

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

• Lunch

12:45 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

• Navigating the Young Associate Job Market

Is the legal market still experiencing a recession? What opportunities are available to you right now to gain experience? These questions and more will be answered to assist the young lawyer on his or her journey to finding employment.

1:45 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.

• Hanging Your Shingle: How to Open Your Own Practice

During this session you will hear from panelists who have started and are running their own successful law practices. Panelists will explain how to lay a strong foundation for your practice and discuss lessons they have learned along the way.