Landing Your First Lawyer Job
Career Coaching By Paul Ippolito
We receive many enquiries from law graduates who feel frustrated in their first lawyer role search.
I still remember how hard it was getting my first job in law.
Finding your first lawyer job can be demoralising and become overwhelming.
Why It’s Hard To Land That First Lawyer Role
Rarely is a legal market brimming with an over-demand for early career lawyers.
Most times, there is a mismatch of lawyers to types of positions and locations available, or else a general oversupply due to unusual economic conditions.
Many law graduates also struggle with where to start, and how to stand out in a crowded field, where everyone seemingly looks the same or worse better than them.
Then there is also how to stay motivated despite setback after setback of being ghosted or missing out on an interview or else not getting the position.
But there is hope and eventually most people end up landing their first job as a lawyer.
Persistence Does Pay Off
My favourite saying to graduates is persistence, persistence and more persistence when it comes to getting that first job as a lawyer.
It’s also not bad advice to reiterate to yourself later on in your legal career either.
I got my lawyer job after over 100 job applications and quite a few interviews, a lot of despondency and then bang, one afternoon someone called me in for an interview and the next day as they say - the rest was history!
To help you get a job as a lawyer, we have designed this coaching program to provide you with the above issues, provide a structured strategy and to give you the confidence to position yourself effectively to secure your first lawyer role.
Who Is This Coaching Program For?
Law graduates seeking their first lawyer role
Career change graduate lawyers transitioning into law
Mature-age legal professionals entering the legal profession
Law graduates with career gaps looking to re-enter the workforce
Key Focus Areas Covered
Reframing Your Value
Leveraging transferable skills
Optimising your current experience
Addressing career gaps
Optimising Your Legal Job Applications
Crafting a strong legal CV that tells a story
A cover letter that promotes and sells you
A LinkedIn profile that attracts recruiters and potential employers
How to find jobs not being advertised
Expanding Your Job Search Strategies
Networking strategies
Understanding the hidden job market
Using legal recruiters wisely
Exploring alternative legal careers
Leveraging legal and other industry connections
Mastering Job Interviews And Overcoming Rejection
Common legal interview questions and how to answer them confidently
Effectively discussing career transitions and gaps
Handling rejection
Getting constructive feedback
Maintaining confidence
Why Choose Paul Ippolito As Your Legal Career Advisor
We offer career coaching for law graduates, lawyers and legal professional in Australia and globally.
Paul Ippolito has decades of diverse experience across multiple roles including lawyer, manager, business owner, legal educator, and lawyer coach.
He also brings his legal futurist practical insights and results-oriented approach to your legal career development.
His lawyer coaching and law firm consulting services from offices based in Sydney or by Zoom are designed to help you achieve tangible improvements in your career.
A Success Story
“Mentoring with Paul was especially beneficial for me because I had no connections in the industry, no lawyers in the family, and no awareness about the profession. I felt like I was out in a jungle, all by myself.”
Flexible Coaching Options Available
Coaching sessions are available either virtually or face-to-face.
For pricing and availability, please get in touch.
Paul Ippolito - Coach For Lawyers
Limited Availability
Paul Ippolito only works with a select number of clients to ensure high-quality service and tailored guidance.
Contact Us Today
Reach out today about obtaining your first lawyer role.
