As an NCBA Law Student Representative for North Carolina Central School of Law this year, I appreciated the YLD Law Student Outreach Committee hosting “Salary Negotiations 101 with Karen Chopra” on November 1. If you missed the event, I encourage you to view the recording here.

As a non-traditional law student with a background in Human Resources, I can attest that Karen did not hold back in sharing valuable information on salary negotiations. Some of the key takeaways from the presentation include:

You have the most leverage for negotiation after you receive the offer.
When researching, discuss salary information with colleagues in similar fields to assess the salary range you should be asking for.
During the interview, dodge questions about salary until you receive the offer.
When you receive an offer, do not accept it right away, but instead ask to think about it and ask when they need a response from you.
Do not participate in salary negotiations via email.
All parts of the agreement need to be in writing for your protection.

The insight on salary negotiations does not end with this presentation. The YLD Law Student Outreach Committee will be hosting a panel, “Firsthand Experiences with Salary Negotiation,” featuring two lawyers who will share their experiences, and a law firm recruiter who will provide a view from the inside.

Mark your calendar for January 13 at noon and register here to join us!

January 5, 2022/by NCBA YLD