• As a student at Seton Hall University School of Law interested in         .
• Mr./Ms.         recommended that I contact you regarding with respect to         .
• With a background in         I am seeking opportunities to         .
• I am interested in gaining experience in         .
• I am interested in applying for a position with your         firm/ agency/ corporation because of         type of practice/ties to the geographical location/reputation.
• I am applying for a position as a         part-time clerk/summer associate/legal intern/lawclerk/judicial clerk/associate.

Statement of Qualifications (Paragraph Two)

• I can bring specific experience in         to your firm/ organization.
• My background in         might be of particular interest to you.
• I am currently         and anticipate         .

Concluding Statements (Paragraph Three)

• I would be pleased to discuss my qualifications with you further in an interview.
• I would be happy to discuss arrangements for an interview.
• I will be in (specific city) on (specific date and time available) for an interview.
• I can be contacted at         and look forward to hearing from you at your earliest possible convenience.
• I will contact you on (date or general time frame) to discuss the possibility of an interview.
• I am available for a telephone interview at your convenience. (For public interest and government employers in locations other than the New York/New Jersey metropolitan area.)