SEO LAW

SEO Career Program Overview SEO is a non-profit organization that has

provided career development opportunities for over 30 years In 1980 we had 11 interns from 5 colleges

interning in one program at 5 different companies

In 2013 we had over 300 interns from 100+ colleges interning in 10 program areas with 58 partner companies

We offer paid, best-in-class summer internships

Interns earn $7,000 –$13,000 per summer! Law Interns earn between $11,000 – $14,000

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Highlights of an SEO Summer Extensive Training (over 100 hours)

Online and in-person, before and during the internship Industry Access

Networking receptions, Corporate Law institutes Mentor Support (3 per intern)

Multiple perspectives on the industry and your summer experience (alumni, company and staff mentors)

Community Service ($60,000+ raised through 2012 Class Gift) SEO values community leadership

Alumni Network (6,000 in 46 states and 47 countries) Lifelong community of powerful professionals of color

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Law OverviewCorporate law firms handle the legal matters of their clients, primarily banks and large corporations. Within the firm, lawyers are usually separated into two broad categories: litigation & corporate (transactional).

Litigators focus on disputes that are headed for court and/or arbitration. They work on briefs, motions and other papers to be filed with the court, as well as on witness preparation and deposition. Litigation is legal research and writing intensive. Litigators also participate in oral arguments, although usually only the most senior attorneys ever speak in court.

Corporate attorneys focus on transactions (deal work) or regulatory matters (such as SEC filings) for their clients. They work on deal documents (such as purchase agreements and merger agreements); regulatory filings (such as annual reports for public companies); and other documents, such as corporate formation documents. Corporate practice is very detail-oriented and more market focused.

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LITIGATION CORPORATE

Why Law Firms?

Prestige Training “Normal” career

path Exit opportunities Compensation

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Structure of a Law Firm

Partner

Counsel

Associate(junior, mid-level, senior)

Summer Associate(usually 2Ls)

Staff Attorney

Support Staff (legal assistants, secretaries,

library staff, etc.)

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What Do SEO Interns Do?!?

Different roles, ranging from paralegal/legal assistant work to summer associate work. Typical assignments:• Evidence Binders• Due diligence and document review• Legal writing and research• Proofread regulatory filings• Observe trials and depositions• Attend client meetings and/or conference calls THE ULTIMATE BENEFIT is the exposure to the corporate setting and networking!

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Training Before the Internship

Online training modules & readings Mandatory week-long training in NYC for all

interns Soft Skills (corporate culture, networking, the

summer associate lunch, how to balance work and events, etc)

Technical skills (legal research, legal writing, how to handle an assignment, how to pick a practice area, negotiations and litigation workshops)

During the Internship Seminars Institute

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Law Seminars Each firm hosts or co-hosts an event

throughout the summer Each event has a practice area panel Panels are followed by a networking

reception

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Institute– What Is It? One week course

Overview of all courses students are likely to encounter during their first year of law school (Torts, Civil Procedure, Criminal Law, Contracts, Constitutional Law, Property)

Exam preparation session Study skills

Respected professors Graded exams

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SEO LawOpen to all undergraduate majorsOpen to anyone graduating Spring 2014 and beforeMinimum 3.0 GPA at admissionMust be enrolling in law school in the Fall

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The Ideal Candidate Ability

Grasps concepts quickly Professional, academic or extracurricular experiences

Willingness Drive to understand the industry, roles and

responsibilities Demonstrated passion for the business (current

events) Fit

Positive, professional demeanor Commitment to community service Would you

hire you?

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Application Process

Online Application Before you interview

Personal Information Educational Information Résumé Personal Statement Unofficial Transcript

Before Admission Official Transcript Recommendation Letter of Enrollment

Timeline

Fall• Learn More• Apply• Interview

Winter

• Apply• Interview

Spring

• Interview • Notification• Placement & Training

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In-person interview by invitation only (30 minutes)

Location: Several major cities Interviewees must arrange and pay for travel

and lodging Critical behavior interview & case question

Staff, alumni, partner representatives For certain candidates there will be a Skype

follow-up

Interview Overview

The interview is the most important part of the process!

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Interview Tips Be prepared to discuss your interest in

Law and the SEO Law Program. You should be able to: Convey your reasons for pursuing law

school and a subsequent law career. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of

all of the information provided on the website, including your role and responsibilities in the application process, our eligibility requirements, a basic overview of the SEO Law Program, understanding of SEO’s mission and the FAQs. 

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Interview Tips Be prepared to discuss your interest in

our partner locations and partner firms. You should be able to: Explain the rationale behind the ranking of

your cities. Research our partner firms and be able to

make connections between what a firm offers and your career goals. 

Be knowledgeable about our partner firms’ practice areas in your desired location and be able to clearly state preferences. Be sure to spend significant time on our partner firms’ websites.

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Interview Tips Expect to read and interpret an article

and to draw conclusions from the information provided. You should be able to: Exhibit good reading comprehension skills. Communicate ideas and conclusions clearly

and succinctly. Be professional. You should:

Research proper interview etiquette. Dress appropriately for ALL interviews,

including those that are held via Skype.

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Learn More Website: www.seo-usa.org/career Stay Connected

@ Sponsors For Educational Opportunity @ SponsorsForEdOpp @ SeoCareerProg

Campus Contacts SEO Staff – Program Recruiters & Program

Managers SEO Alumni

Campus/Area Events – Info Sessions, Boot Camps, Presentations

We look forward to your application!

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