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Whether you’re simply looking to shift your career focus into the non-profit sector or you're pursuing a dream of working with an organization such as the ACLU or the Legal Aid Society, one of the biggest obstacles you might face will come in the form of your interview.  While you may be ideally qualified for a number of public interest legal jobs, many of the non-profit organizations that you’re applying with will be interviewing several other individuals who are just as qualified as you are.  To get the position you want, you’re going to have to ace the interview… and that might not be quite as easy as it sounds.  Unlike applying for a job at a firm where significant resources are devoted to attorney training, non-profit organizations look not only for individuals who share a commitment to their causes, but they also look for extensive legal experience. Adhering to the following tips will help shore up your chances of landing the job you want . . .

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