Variation on an Old Theme
Hi, fellow 1Ls. Disappointed at all the dings one gets from the hundred or so law firms we spammed with resumes? Here's a variation on an old internet joke that might brighten your day a bit:
BIGLAW LLP
666 Market Lane
New York, NY 10000Dear BIGLAW Firm:
Thank you for your recent letter. In view of my summer employment needs, I regret to inform you that I am unable to accept your refusal to offer me a summer position at this time.
I and my fellow students have had a very successful rejection collection program this winter. I assure you that it was a difficult decision, as I have been rejected by many high quality firms of talented lawyers such as your own. With such great interest, it is impossible for me to accept all refusals.
I am sorry that your rejection does not meet with my needs at this time. I look forward to starting summer employment with you as soon as finals are finished, and invite you to reject me again for your 2005 summer associate program.
Best regards,
A Law Student
Comments
That's not as bad as the letter (supposedly) sent out by the 2L to turn down offers from law firms:
"Thank you for your offer of a summer associate position. Unfortunately, more qualified offers were received than could be accepted. Best of luck to you with your summer associate program."
I wouldn't recommend using this, but it's pretty funny.
wcjchfjPosted by: Tung Yin | February 6, 2004 06:05 PM
LOL
right now, I'm anxiously (not) waiting to learn the results of the (single) application I've managed to send out.
Posted by: Katherine | February 6, 2004 08:18 PM
Yeah. I didn't write a single law firm. I have no job right now. I've realized that I'm not meant to be a "go getter", the quality that is necessary for lawyers. I'm too laid back. I didn't check my grades first semester, I won't check them now. My response to my fellow law students' freneticism has been apathy.
auoxPosted by: kit | June 14, 2004 07:50 PM