Lisa Simpson Discusses How Law Students Can Impress During Interviews

On the competitive market, Lisa said, "There is a shrinking pool of talent – over the past several years we are seeing that fewer of the strongest students are seeking law degrees. Those that do get their JD aren't seeking roles at the large law firms the way they used to, or they are planning only a short stint at those firms. All this means that the firms are fiercely fighting to position themselves best for the top talent." But that doesn't necessarily mean good news for candidates. Lisa continued, "The hiring period for on-campus interviews keeps moving earlier on the calendar and getting more condensed. As a result, both firms and candidates are forced to make decisions very quickly in an atmosphere that may not permit deliberative and comparative thinking at the level all would hope."