If you are an embattled associate looking to make the transition to a better position, whether at a law firm or in the legal department of a larger corporate entity, the prospect of a difficult, years-long employment period finally coming to an end is freeing,...
As an attorney looking to make the jump to a new position, there are a number of different options to consider, from global/national law firms with branch offices in California, to mid-sized regional firms, to boutique firms with a special focus on a particular practice...
As technology advances, so too must the legal industry — though as a general rule, the legal industry tends to lag behind when it comes to the adoption of new technologies and other innovations. In today’s tech-prolific society, the most successful attorneys are those who...
In the legal industry, there are pervasive ideas about in-house work (particularly in comparison to Biglaw firm work) that are not necessarily representative of workplace realities, though in some cases, there is a kernel of truth to such perceptions. The dominant perception of in-house work —...
In-house work can be quite unique in what it demands of an attorney. As such, if you’re looking to transition to an in-house job, it’s important to consider how to position your experience and skillset advantageously so as to demonstrate your fitness for the role. In-house...
Going through the recruitment process as an attorney can be difficult, and not infrequently, can feel overwhelming — and this holds especially true for those attorneys who are struggling with various disabilities, whether physical or mental, that may require reasonable accommodation. Disabled candidates must not...
Many attorneys — some early in their Biglaw career, others a bit later — begin to question whether their choice of a transactional or litigation path is best-suited to their particular personality preferences and career goals. Of course, it’s never too late to switch if...
