Some Reminders Regarding References
References are kind of like the frosting on a cupcake. They are one of the final touches that go into making your job search successful and sweet. Many people overlook the importance of offering good references to prospective employers. Here is a short checklist of some reminders regarding professional references in a law firm setting.
1. You generally need 2-3 partner references from your current and/or previous firm(s). References are generally never attorneys who are more junior than you.
2. Make sure you choose references that really know you and can sing your praises. Don’t feel shy about confirming with your references whether or not they feel comfortable giving you a positive character and professional reference.
3. Ask your references if they have a preference in how they would like to be contacted by prospective employers. Since they are doing you a favor, try to be accommodating to their time and busy schedules.
4. If you are currently employed by a firm and are asked to provide references from your current employer- wait until you have signed a written offer letter by your new employer, before asking for references from your current firm.
5. After prospective employers have checked your references, be sure to send a thank you note and a small gift of appreciation to your references. This is a thoughtful gesture to let your references know that you are grateful for their kind words and time.
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