Finding the right law school can be a daunting task. You must weigh the costs and benefits of earning a J.D. as well as determine what will make your law school experience fulfilling. Examine the following important areas: Evaluate specialty, experience and training opportunities Specialized courses, clinics and professional skills training opportunities tailored to your …
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Scott Whitted ’74 Deputy Chief, District Court Litigation Division, Office of the Principal Legal Advisor, Immigration and Customs Enforcement United States Government, Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement Williston, VT Major: Political Science What type of law do you practice and how did you choose that? I’ve practiced civil law for my entire …
Intern: Chris Minott Class Year: 2012 Major: Economics Employer: Federal Public Defenders Office Position: Investigator Assistant LinkedIn Profile: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/christopher-minott/3b/567/95 How would you describe the various projects you did in for your organization someone who is unfamiliar with your field? As an Investigative Assistant at the Federal Public Defender’s Office, my role was to help investigate …
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So you want to go to law school? That is just the beginning! As the legal job market has gotten tighter, new lawyers need to find their niche sooner and be able to contribute to the bottom line of the firm. Take a moment to learn a little more about the various fields of law …
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Brenda J. Luciano, Esq. ’97 Associate Paul Frank + Collins, P.C. – http://www.pfclaw.com/ Burlington, VT Major: Business Administration What type of law do you practice and how did you choose that? My practice surrounds areas of business law, including business transactions, commercial real estate, and business litigation as well as some environmental litigation. I have …