Dean Chris Guthrie announced that Michelle Parsons has been named the next Assistant Dean for Career Services at Vanderbilt Law School. Parsons will assume the role from Elizabeth Workman, who is retiring this summer.
“With a perspective developed within and outside of Vanderbilt, Michelle is poised to elevate our highly performing Career Services team and navigate the challenges of a rapidly changing job market,” said Guthrie.
Parsons has most recently served as Director of Outreach in the Office of Career Services. Over the next few months, she plans to meet alumni and employers around the country, evaluate other law school career offices, and develop a strategic plan for the Office.
“Assuming the role of Assistant Dean for Career Services at Vanderbilt Law School is truly an honor, particularly following Dean Workman, whose remarkable legacy has profoundly shaped the office,” Parsons said. “I am eager to work alongside our talented students, faculty, staff, and alumni to strengthen our ties with employers nationwide and ensure our graduates continue to thrive.”
Trained as a lawyer, Parsons served in legal recruiting positions at Holland & Knight, Clear Diligence, and Waller. She also worked on the admissions team at Belmont University’s College of Law earlier in her career.
“Michelle has been a dedicated and enthusiastic partner to students and law firms alike,” said Matt Burnstein, Executive Partner – Nashville at Holland & Knight, LLP. “She excels at leveraging her experience on both sides of the legal world to produce exceptional career outcomes. I’m excited to work with her in this new position and see the impact on future generations of Vanderbilt Law students.”
