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How to Land a Legal Job with Average Grades

How to Land a Legal Job with Average Grades | Video


Job search

Not everyone is an A-student. And while it may appear grades are the be-all and end-all when searching for a job, this is not the case.

Many employers know that academic performance is just one of many indicators of ability.

In this webinar we discuss how you can showcase your achievements and skills to employers so you don't need to rely on your transcript. 

What we'll cover:

  • How important are academic results
  • How do you address average results
  • What skills and attributes are employers seeking
  • How to make yourself more employable
  • How to articulate and pitch your skills
  • How to standout in a competitive job market

Speakers

Amy Burton - How to Land a Legal Job with Average Grades 

Amy Burton

Managing Lawyer, Everyday Justice

Amy is the Managing Lawyer of Everyday Justice, a national free legal service owned by Mills Oakley. Amy predominately advises clients on credit & debt law, bankruptcy, small business disputes and wills & estates. Prior to joining the team, Amy was a Senior Associate at Salvos Legal Humanitarian, where she provided pro bono legal representation to vulnerable clients in a range of practice areas. In 2017, Amy was awarded ‘Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year’ at the Lawyers Weekly Women in Law Awards and in 2018 she was awarded a General Sir John Monash Scholarship.

 

Danielle Emmerson - How to Land a Legal Job with Average Grades 

Danielle Emmerson

Senior Legal Transformation Manager, Herbert Smith Freehills

With over 10 years transformation experience across a range of sectors, Danielle is currently driving legal transformation at Herbert Smith Freehills. This includes formulating strategy, optimising ways of working, developing new products and services, and building a culture of innovation for the firm and clients.

 

Melanie Smith - How to Land a Legal Job with Average Grades 

Melanie Smith

Legal Counsel – Litigation, Lake Macquarie City Council

Melanie is in-house lawyer for the City of Lake Macquarie and a current member of the Centre for Legal Innovation Emerging Leaders Advisory Board. Melanie commenced her career at a national law firm and has a wealth of experience in developing a successful career in legal practice, including insights gained as a recruitment panelist for government legal roles.