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It’s a Philly Thing: What It’s Like to Practice Law in Philadelphia

Ballard Spahr | Faegre Drinker | Blank Rome

Online Event

Blank Rome partner Melanie S. Carter and Erica Rovinsky, our director of attorney recruiting, will serve as panelists for “It’s a Philly Thing: What It’s Like to Practice Law in Philadelphia,” being held as a virtual event on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. PST / 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. EST.

Melanie and Erica will join other attorneys and recruiting professionals in a panel discussion about starting and building a vibrant legal career in Philadelphia. Topics will include:

  • Overview of the legal market in Philadelphia
  • Advantages to building a legal career in Philadelphia
  • Perspectives on the variety of work (including pro bono work) that lawyers in Philadelphia undertake
  • How to network with Philadelphia firms as you prepare for 2L recruiting
  • How to navigate the 2L recruiting timeline and stand out as an applicant

For more information and to register, please visit the event registration page.