Lock In & Go Big (Law)

#18 - Big Law Email Etiquette 101

In this episode of Lock In & Go Big Law, legal recruiters Genevieve Riccardelli and Jennifer Soltau break down the unwritten rules of email etiquette that can quietly mak

#19 - When In Doubt, Suit It Out: Your Big Law Dress Code Guide

Genevieve Riccardelli and Jennifer Soltau are back with everyone's favorite topic (theirs, at least): what to wear. In this episode of Lock In & Go Big Law, the hosts wal

#20 - Not a T14? You Still Belong

Genevieve Riccardelli and Jennifer Soltau, Big Law recruiters and hosts of Lock In and Go Big Law, break down one of the most common mental hurdles summer associates face

#17 - 1L Starter Pack: Prep Like You Mean It

Genevieve Riccardelli and Jennifer Soltau, legal recruiters at Goodwin, are back with a must-listen episode for anyone heading into law school this fall. They cover how t

#16 - Eras Tour: Pre-COVID, COVID & the Summer Program Today

Genevieve Riccardelli and Jennifer Soltau, legal recruiters and hosts of Lock In and Go Big Law, break down how summer associate classes have changed across more than a d

#15 - 3L Hiring: Fan or Faux Pas?

Genevieve Riccardelli and Jennifer Soltau, two Big Law legal recruiters and the hosts of Lock In and Go Big Law, are back with a piping-hot episode on 3L hiring. They bre

#14 - Hot Take or Hard Pass: Legal Managing Director Debunks Big Law Myths

Genevieve Riccardelli and Jennifer Soltau, legal recruiters and hosts of Lock In and Go Big Law, are back with a brand-new segment, debunking myths and dropping real talk

#13 - Buyer's Remorse, Big Law Edition

Genevieve Riccardelli and Jennifer Soltau, legal recruiters and co-hosts of Lock In and Go Big Law, tackle one of the most anxiety-inducing situations in law school recru

#12 - Summer Events Survival Guide

Genevieve Riccardelli and Jennifer Soltau, legal recruiters and hosts of Lock In and Go Big Law, pull back the curtain on what actually goes into planning a Big Law summe

#11 - Show Me the Money: Fellowships, Stipends & the Fine Print

Genevieve Riccardelli and Jennifer Soltau, legal recruiters at Goodwin, break down one of the hottest (and most chaotic) developments in Big Law recruiting: fellowship st

#10 - The Year Recruiting Broke: A Hiring Season Recap

Genevieve Riccardelli and Jennifer Soltau, two Big Law legal recruiters, are back with a full debrief of the 2025–2026 hiring season. In this episode, they break down wha

#9 - Summer Squad Goals: Don't Make It Weird

New to Big Law? The summer program is unlike any internship you've had before, and the social dynamics can make or break your offer. In this episode of Lock In & Go Big L

#8 - Redemption SZN: Your June Pivot Plan

Did not get an offer? In this episode of Lock In & Go Big Law, legal recruiters Genevieve Riccardelli and Jennifer Soltau break down exactly how to diagnose what went wro

#7 - Summer Associate? Stand Out, Don't Burn Out

Think Big Law summers are just about turning in perfect work product? Think again. The real differentiator isn't perfection - it's mindset, communication, and how you res

#6 - Partner POV: What Makes a Successful Lawyer

Think Big Law hiring is all about rankings and grades? Not even close. Fit, passion, and authenticity matter more than most students realize, especially in today's chaoti

#5 - Don't Ghost, Y'all (Interview Tips Part 2)

Think the hard part is over once you get the offer? Think again. From follow-up emails to office visits and offer deadlines, firms are watching how you handle every step

#4 - Don't Bring Your Mom and Other Interview Advice

Think your interview starts when you sit down with a partner? Think again. From mock interviews to lobby chatter, firms are watching and remembering. In this episode of

#3 - Every Interaction Matters! Networking & Pre-OCI Advice

Ever feel like networking before OCI is more stressful than the interviews themselves? You're not alone. Legal recruiting has moved up earlier than ever, and your every m

#2 - Get Firms to *Swipe Right* on Your Application

Ever feel like you're playing legal recruiting roulette? Unsure when to apply, what to write, or how to stand out? In this episode of Lock In and Go Big Law, Goodwin re

#1 - Legal Recruiters: Friend or Foe?

Ever wonder what legal recruiters actually do — and how they can help you land your dream job in Big Law? In the very first episode of Lock In and Go Big Law, your hosts