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applicant, I strongly recommend callback  A very good applicant, I recommend callback  \n A good applicant, but I do not recommend callback  \n A mediocre or below average applicant, I do not recommend callback  \n\n| Competency: | Comments/Examples: |\n| --- | --- |\n| Initial Impressions\u003Cbr>Professional appearance, punctuality, confidence, verbal expression |  |\n| Education/Intellectual Capacity\u003Cbr>Academic record (undergraduate, graduate and law school), breadth and depth of education, relevant business, finance or law-related courses |  |\n| Analytical Abilities/Writing Skills\u003Cbr>Logical thinking, advanced problem solving skills Strong research and writing skills, journal participation |  |\n| Work Experience\u003Cbr>Relevance of experience to law firm, skills transferable to law firm environment, ability to discuss matters of substance\u003Cbr>Demonstration of judgment, record of responsibility, diligence, initiative, and success in all types of jobs |  |\n| Extracurricular Activities\u003Cbr>Evidence of leadership skills, skills transferable to law firm, diverse interests, high energy level and discipline Time management and organizational abilities |  |\n| Communication / Interpersonal Skills\u003Cbr>Communicates clearly and effectively Ability to interact with clients Ability to establish effective and cooperative relationships (attorneys, clients, support staff) Strong listening skills, tact, diplomacy |  |\n| Drive & Focus\u003Cbr>Hard working, motivated, energetic, demonstrated leadership ability |  |\n| Personality, Maturity & Poise\u003Cbr>Personable, likable, courteous, confident, well adjusted, at ease, polished, knowledge of acceptable social behavior\u003Cbr>Articulates aspects of background that reflect values Describes experiences that demonstrate maturity |  |\n| Interest in Firm\u003Cbr>Ability to articulate goals, relevance of background and goals to firm’s practice Evidence of firm research |  |\n| Practice Area Interests 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Employer’s website (at the very least!)  \nB. Firm’s NALP Directory profi[le](le www.nalpdirectory.com)[ ](le www.nalpdirectory.com)[www.nalpdirectory.com](le www.nalpdirectory.com)  \nC. Vault Guides (Top 100/200, Pro Bono, Diversity; available for free download from the CSM homepage)  \n[D. AmLaw Surveys](D. AmLaw Surveys www.law.com)[ ](D. AmLaw Surveys www.law.com)[www.law.com](D. AmLaw Surveys www.law.com) (Corporate Scorecard, Summer Associate Surveys, Global 100, etc.)  \nE. EIW Practice Area and Employer Research Guide 2015 (to help evaluate firmsand practice areas; available in the CSM Career Resources Library)  \nF. Lexis/ Nexis or Westlaw research (to find recent news articles; particularly fora call back interview)  \nG. 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