CBA/YLS Career Assistance
Programs: Move Forward in Your Career
Finding a new job or changing your career path is not
always easy. The CBA understands and offers a variety of programs and
publications to assist its members in advancing their legal careers.
Career Assistance Committee:
Members can join the committee online
now or call Awilda Reyes at 312-554-2134.
Topics of free luncheon meetings include job search techniques, resume
writing, interviewing skills, networking strategies, lateral transfers,
and alternative career options.
Online
Career Center:
Search national job listings, post your resume, attend teleseminars,
participate in discussion forums, access career tips and articles
– all at no cost!
Placement
Center:
The CBA Placement Center brings legal employers and professionals
together in a confidential manner. Services include career counseling,
confidential networking, and professional placement
assistance.
LexisNexis New
Lawyer Hub:
Online career resources for new lawyers including
podcasts, news and trends, and practice area insights.
Sponsored by LexisNexis.
Publications:
The CBA
Legal Bookstore stocks many helpful guides for finding a job,
starting a law practice and developing new practice areas.
Career Seminars:
The CBA hosts a variety of career seminars throughout the bar
year. Check
CLE listings now.