1. Apply to all the opening positions you are interested in. Yes, you read right ALL OF THEM. Even if you think that you do not meet all of the employer’s “requirements.” Even if the position says top 10% (and you are not), apply. Those requirements are not set in stone. More often than not, employers are flexible if they meet a strong candidate that does not necessarily check all of “the boxes.”
2. Your GPA or rank is not the most important thing when applying.Most employers will tell you that experience is more valuable than a high GPA. In the end, it is more valuable for an employer that you know how to do a discovery motion than having a 3.80 or being in the top 10%.
3. Confidence is Key!If you do not believe in yourself, why would a stranger believe in you. Replace words like “I think to I know.” Be confident and portray yourself as the strong candidate you are!
4. Don’t forget:
    

It’s been a while since I’ve written here, so… hello everyone! Finals can be stressful, especially during a pandemic, so this winter break felt like a breath of fresh air. I had time to digest that this is my LAST YEAR. I say it and I cannot believe it as it seems like I started law school yesterday, but as they say all good things must come to an end. As I write this, I can’t help to think about how law school has changed me (for the better, of course).

After law school, I have learned some things:

After being cold called a LOT, I can say that I am not afraid to be wrong.

After meeting a lot of people with different backgrounds, I can say that differences make us stronger.

After having to take multiple exams, I can say that how you did on an exam does not determine your knowledge on a subject matter.

After many all-nighters, I can say that working harder does not necessarily mean that you are working smarter.

After ditching that date with friends and or family, I can tell you that taking a three-hour break won’t affect your grades.

After doubting myself and making it, I can say that everyone is more capable than they think. Confidence is key!

I remember being a 1L and thinking that law professors were intimidating. Well, I could not have been more in the wrong. Professors at Loyola are available and always ready to help. Therefore, building a relationship with a professor is not hard. Professors have office hours, and most of them are even willing to talk by phone or skype. My best advice on starting a relationship with a faculty member is to start participating in class (as terrifying as that may sound). First, professors like volunteers, and second you get to show them you care about the subject, and consequently are respectful of them and their time.

Professors at Loyola have been so kind to me, one of my favorite professors helped me with my resume and even with networking. So, if you don’t’ have a relationship with at least a member of a faculty, you better start working on it!