Wednesday, August 27, 2008

Networking Event Guidelines

The following guidelines are mandatory for all BLS members attending a networking event. These rules are in place to ensure that BLS Events are a high-quality experience for both students and contributing attorneys. We encourage you to contact us with any questions you may have.

Be Punctual:
The attorney you are meeting, in all likelihood, bills a significant amount fo

Offer to Pay:
Come with the expectation that you will buy lunch/coffee -- for both of you. Remember that this is a professional who is doing you a service. A meal is a small price to pay for meaningful advice and a good contact.

Dress Appropriately:
Business casual, at a minimum. For men, business casual is a button down and khakis; jeans and short-sleeved shirts are not appropriate. Shave, shower, etc. Women should wear dress pants and a button down or sweater.

Have Questions:
Show up with at least 4-5 prepared questions, and not of the "So, what do you do?" variety. If in doubt, ask a BLS executive member for help.

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