Though we are not in a position to extend hard offers this fall, we will entertain applications from those who wish to apply for “preferred pool status” within our larger attorney hiring pool. We expect that at the end of the process, up to 8 to 10 applicants will attain “preferred pool status”. From a practical standpoint, this means that between August 1st and November 1st of 2010, divisions with approval to fill vacancies consistent with the interests and experience of those who have preferred status, must consider these particular candidates before they will be allowed to consider candidates from the larger pool.
To apply and be considered for “preferred pool status”, those interested will need to submit ALL required application material (i.e., letter of interest, AGO application form, resume, law school transcript and one letter of recommendation) by September 18, 2009. This information will be reviewed and a limited number of invitations to interview will be extended. These interviews are scheduled to be held in our Seattle, Olympia and Spokane offices in mid-October; no on-campus interviews will be conducted. Those invited to interview may elect to conduct their first interview by telephone.