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Category Archives: Legal Recruiter
Attorney Unhappiness Is Common. Action Is Rare.
“Happiness is not ready made. It comes from your own actions.” – Dalai Lama “Don’t just sit there and complain – do something about it!” – My Grandmother If you’re unhappy in your legal job, you’re not alone. A recent … Continue reading
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Spring Cleaning – Be Sure to Dust-off Your Resume Too!
Spring is in the air – at least in some parts of the country. It is a good time to clean the house, replace the batteries in the smoke detectors, and update your resume. Okay, that last part may not … Continue reading
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More Is More When Working With A Recruiter
There are few phrases that are as over-used as “less is more.” It ranks right up there with “take that to the bank” and “thinking outside of the box.” In some instances, less might be more, but when working with … Continue reading
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Resurgence of the Business Law Attorney
It is no secret that the past five or six years have been particularly challenging for business law attorneys as deals dried up, businesses went under, and a general lack of work permeated the legal market. Fortunately for everyone, the … Continue reading
Posted in Attorney Hiring, Legal Industry Trends, Legal Recruiter, Practice Areas, Staffing Trends
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INTERVIEWS: LEARNING FROM YOUR MISTAKES
Job opportunities are starting to pick up, more attorneys are open to considering new positions, and jobs are getting filled. All good news for employers, candidates and recruiters alike! However, for every person that gets an offer, there are many … Continue reading
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Dirty Laundry
Every law firm or company has aspects that are less than desirable for some people. In fact, this may be the reason that someone is considering a move. However, it is never a good to dwell on this too much … Continue reading
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The Upside to the Downturn
The economic downtown has certainly hit the legal market hard. People have lost jobs and job openings are still in short supply. There is no denying that has been a challenging time. However, the downturn has also forced attorneys to reevaluate … Continue reading
Posted in Lawyering Skills, Legal Industry Trends, Legal Recruiter, Marketing to Clients
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Choosing the Right Writing Sample
During the interview process, many law firms will ask candidates to provide a writing sample. This is especially true of junior to mid-level associate positions. Undoubtedly, this has caused angst for many a candidate. Not only can it be a … Continue reading
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Using A Recruiter For Your Next Job Search.
While not exactly on the topic of resumes, I think that many will find it useful to know a couple of tips on how to effectively use a recruiter for your next job search. Recruiters can’t help everyone. Recruiters have niches … Continue reading
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TIS’ THE SEASON TO TEST THE WATERS
This time of year often calls for personal and professional reflection. It is a good time, and often beneficial exercise, to re-evaluate your employment situation. Of course in this day and age, we should be grateful for gainful employment but … Continue reading
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