Simon Serrano, Esq.

52 Liberty St. #1
Montpelier, VT 05602

Dear Recruiter,
I have selected to apply to Booz & Co. as it is the leading global consulting firm. I am
currently attending Vermont Law School’s Environmental Law LLM program and will complete my
studies at the end of the spring 2010 semester.

My accompanying résumé demonstrates my interest in and experience with Environmental

Law. In the course of my Juris Doctor studies, I earned a certificate in Environmental Law and
International Law, managed and founded the Environmental Law Moot Court Team, and assisted
Professor John Knechtle by drafting International Protected Area regulations. Lastly, while at
Coastal, I studied Ocean and Coastal law in the Cayman Islands.

Beyond my scholastic achievements, I have held several internships in furtherance of my

studies. I was initially employed in the Law Office of Robert J. Slama, a Civil Rights litigation law
firm, where I had the opportunity to draft multiple motions, meet with clients, counsel clients, and
speak with judicial staff to schedule matters with the Court. After my experience with Mr. Slama, I
was able to focus on environmental issues when I was employed with the City of Jacksonville,
Florida and the County of St. Johns, Florida. With the City, I assisted the City’s environmental
counsel with the enforcement of a newly implemented sewage ordinance. With the County, I drafted
the County’s noise ordinance.

Prior to my legal education, I spent several years in the retail industry concluding with a one
year stint as a Men’s Store Manager of an Abercrombie & Fitch store. This position taught me of the
importance of scheduling and managing personalities. Our store was often top in sales in the district,
and top 5 in the region. These accomplishments were often achieved through my ability to
meticulously manage my personnel by placing the right personality and look in each section of the
store.

Finally, I have selected to apply to your firm as it is a leading consulting firm with several
offices focusing on environmental issues. As I reviewed your firm’s site, I noted that your Houston
office focuses heavily on energy policy. While at VLS, I have had the opportunity to gain deep
knowledge on developing environmental issues such as land use and wind energy, issues affronted
with international property ownership, and issues relating to subsurface property rights. Prior to
attending VLS, while employed with Mr. Slama, I had the opportunity to assist with the defense of
an individual who was cited as a former owner and operator of leaky Underground Storage Tanks.
Through this case, I was able to gain invaluable hands on experience with environmental litigation.
In particular, I assisted Mr. Slama in counseling his client and worked with opposing counsel from
Florida’s Department of Environmental Protection to discharge our client’s fine. My legal education
and experience have prepared me for a career which lends itself to counseling clientele on
environmental issues. My retail experience has prepared me to lead a team of co-workers and clients
so that we may solve any issues faced by your clientele.

Thank you for your consideration. Do not hesitate to contact me for additional materials.
Sincerely,
Simon Peter Serrano, Esq.