Does 10 years of associate experience make a lawyer too old in NYC
Question:I am a 10th year practitioner in New York City, and, more recently, I've heard people say that I am...
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When to start your job hunt: summer or fall?
Question:Is the summer a good time to apply for a job or should I wait for the fall hiring season to begin? ...
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Partner leaving to start own firm offers associate chance of becoming partner
Question:I am an associate at a big firm, who has just finished my 8th year. I was told in my last review that...
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IP associate wonders why his recruiter needs undergrad transcripts
Question:I am an intellectual property associate. My recruiter has asked me not only for my law school...
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How to Make Money from Online Jury Duty
When you are ready to take advantage of the things that you can do on the Internet and at home, you'll find...
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Is it important to have ties to the region?
Question:''I currently live on the East Coast and will be traveling to Los Angeles for an interview next week....
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The key to securing a job is efficient Networking
The majority of jobs are never advertised; they are mostly filled by word–of–mouth or networking....
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Will contract work hurt chances of landing a full-time job?
Q: I was recently laid off from my law firm due to the economic downturn. I am working hard to find a new...
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Job hunt at new year's eve - yes or no
Question: It's the end of December (December 19, 2008, to be exact) and I would like to start a job search....
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3L wonders which practice area to specialize in
Question: ''I am currently a third year law student. I have accepted a position with a firm beginning in...
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Law Job Search in the U.S. with LawCrossing
If you are doing a law job search in the United States you might consider using LawCrossing as your reference...
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What makes a world class recruiter
Introduction The purpose of this essay is to address the question of what makes a world class legal...
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Ensure your lateral move is a success
You have spent many hours planning your job search with your recruiter, picking the right firms, and...
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The importance of fitting in
One of the most persistent mistakes legal professionals make is to not understand the importance of fitting in...
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What Legal Recruiting Style Can Best Serve Your Job Search?
INTRODUCTION Every legal recruiter practices their own brand of recruiting, and, for the most part, each...
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The Importance of Fitting In
One of the most persistent mistakes legal professionals make is to not understand the importance of ''fitting...
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Recently laid-off associate unsure how to handle job status in interviews
Question: ''I was recently laid off from my position for economic reasons. The partners in my practice...
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Corporate Counsel Bracing for Higher Costs
Corporate counsel are looking ahead to the election and perhaps liking what they see: prospects for full...
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During a job search, when should you give out references?
Question:I am a third-year associate and have been working at the same firm since I first started practicing...
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A Cover Letter is Considered to Be an Important Asset While Applying for a Paralegal Job
When it comes to hiring legal professionals, most law firm hiring managers are very meticulous; therefore, a...
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When is the right time to make a lateral move?
Question: I am a third-year associate with a large law firm. I like what I do here, and I see no reason to...
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Should you accept an on the spot offer?
Question: I am scheduled to interview for the final time with a firm that I really like. I think they...
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How to chose the right path in a Legal Career
Unless you are an entrepreneur with funding and other resources available to you (including risk management)...
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A lot goes into researching and networking until you find that right Job
Perhaps your firm is downsizing; perhaps you have some ethical concerns regarding company activity; perhaps...
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November 19 2007 Legal Blog Roundup
With Thanksgiving a few days away, I've decided to be a little controversial this week and direct your...
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The Inner Game of Job Seeking
Conquer your emotions. Job seeking is one of the most difficult emotional experiences adults face. The older...
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Is taking six months off a good idea before resuming a job search?
Question: I am now in Manhattan but have always known I would ultimately relocate to the South. Now that...
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Job-Interview Warning Signs: Is This Job a Bust?
Getting an interview for a seemingly excellent job is a big step in anyone's job search. No matter how good or...
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Top Five Tips for Traveling to a Job Interview
It's always a pleasure to be called in for a job interview; after all, that is the point of any job search. So...
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How to Refine and Revamp Your Job Search
Whether you recently graduated or it's just time to move on, a strategic and well-planned job search is the...
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