Dear 1L, There’s a right way and a wrong way to DM a lawyer on LinkedIn.

🛑 The WRONG WAY is to:

-Pick a random lawyer
-Learn nothing about them
-Send them a generic message
-Explain you want to “pick their brain”
-Make clear you seek a 1-time transaction
-Suggest that they “jump on” a 60-min Zoom
-Ask them if they “know of” any good job openings

✅ The RIGHT WAY is to:

-Pick a lawyer for a particular reason
-Learn everything you can about them
-Send an individualized, tailored message
-Show them you’re ready to invest for the long haul
-Suggest a brief call by phone or a method they choose
-Ask them for nothing in return, but be open to learning more

👉 I’ve created some “DO” & “DON’T” scripts for you below. Save and use these!

Sending luck to all of you—

💌 Amanda
#Dear1L

📬 LAWYERS:  What else would you add?