Guest jdtocome Posted April 5, 2005 Posted April 5, 2005 I am wondering from any practicing ERISA Attorneys if an LLM is necessary to get into the job market? I am graduating soon and have over 7 years of HR experience with 5 years of Employee Benefits experience and I am wondering if an LLM is necessary or would give me any advantage in getting into the ERISA practice area. I have other graduate degrees and certificates in HR. I don't want to go to school forever, but I am wondering if the LLM is really something I should seriously consider.
Ron Snyder Posted April 14, 2005 Posted April 14, 2005 For a new attorney who is graduating law school at age 25 and wants additional credentials (not on law review) for employability purposes, an LLM in tax from NYU or Georgetown is a great idea. I am an attorney who was an actuary first, so didn't feel a need for the LLM to set me apart. Likewise, your several years of related experience already set you apart, so, unless the state you intend to practice in gives a strong preference to a qualified tax specialist, you do not really need the LLM. Good luck!
david rigby Posted April 14, 2005 Posted April 14, 2005 http://benefitslink.com/boards/index.php?showtopic=24056 I'm a retirement actuary. Nothing about my comments is intended or should be construed as investment, tax, legal or accounting advice. Occasionally, but not all the time, it might be reasonable to interpret my comments as actuarial or consulting advice.
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