There may be some big opportunities created right around the corner. While half of Akin s clients in Russia are Western companies, the firm has been forced to scramble as tight banking restrictions have limited Russian clients ability to pay bills. During the firm s 1999 recruiting season, Akin s Washington office will visit American, Boalt, Catholic, Columbia, Duke, Emory, Georgetown, George Mason, George Washington, Harvard, Hastings, Michigan, New York University, Northwestern, Stanford, University of Pennsylvania, University of Texas, University of Virginia and Yale. As for selectivity, one insider reports that the firm appears more selective with respect to law school and law review credentials for students than with laterals. Hiring process For on-campus interviews, Akin Gump makes an effort to send alums out to the schools at which it recruits.
Candidates can also expect to interview with members of the firm s hiring committee.
For the second round, the firm will pay to fly candidates to their office of interest. Interviews generally start at around 9 a.m., and wrap up by the early afternoon. The firm also sends candidates to lunch with two associates from different practice areas. Following interviews, the firm reports that candidates can expect a decision in a week to 10 days. Gump insiders report laid-back interviews, noting that interviewers primarily look for personality.