Relocations & Practice Area Changes

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Attorneys looking to move to a more prestigious firm must demonstrate their value as an attorney. This can be done by cultivating relationships with current clients, working on high-profile cases, leveraging lateral opportunities at prestigious firms, joining specialized legal organizations, and seeking testimonials and recommendations from peers and supervisors. Regional market conditions, the targeted firms' size and prestige, and the practice area's specific demands can all affect an attorney's transition to a more prestigious firm. However, with a strategic focus on demonstrating their value and potential contribution to a new firm, attorneys can increase their chances of making the desired move. READ MORE >

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This article explores the concept of attorneys being able to move markets with rare skills that can allow them to get better rankings. It provides examples of how attorneys have succeeded in different markets by expanding their search and becoming more open to new opportunities. For attorneys to get the most out of their job searches, it is essential to look at multiple markets to maximize their chances of finding a successful position. The article also emphasizes the importance of having an open mind and being willing to explore new opportunities to succeed in different markets. By doing so, attorneys can improve their careers and maximize their potential. READ MORE >

Learn 9 reasons moving to another market as a law firm attorney is the ultimate way to get ahead in your career. READ MORE >

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Hot practice areas typically differ quite dramatically from state to state. However, there are consistencies which are generally always present in most geographical areas. These consistencies are generally applicable across most time periods in most geographic areas. While this is the sort of question I would love to ''write a book'' about, for purposes of brevity I will be brief and highlight only one or two areas that are very busy generally in major geographic areas. READ MORE >

• Attorneys who decide to relocate to another city to practice can be very attractive to a law firm, particularly if they relocate alone.
• This can signify that this attorney will be loyal to the firm because he or she has no one else.
• To relocate, you really have to know yourself and understand why you’re willing to relocate.

BCG Guide to Relocation

There is nothing more exciting than leaving one area of the country and moving to a new city to start a new career and life. One of the advantages of having chosen a career in the fluid legal industry is that you do have the option of living in other parts of the United States or even the world. We have moved attorneys from one city to another and from one continent to another. Indeed, as an attorney-search firm that places attorneys throughout the United States and the world, we believe that we have made a positive difference in the quality of many lives through our relocation efforts. For excellent attorneys, we are the relocation experts. READ MORE >

• Once you get out of law school, you may envision yourself working in a large lavish downtown office building that overlooks the city.
• You can achieve this, but have you thought of achieving it in another country?
• If not, you should.

In recent years, we have noticed that a good number of American attorneys are moving overseas to practice law abroad. These relocations have been principally to London and Hong Kong. While many American attorneys may not consider moving to another country when they get out of law school, it is worthwhile to note that a legal career overseas may be a viable option for many American attorneys. Because BCG Attorney Search has American attorneys interviewing on an ongoing basis in London and Hong Kong, we believe that the international demand for American attorneys merits discussion.

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The path from public service to private practice actually occurs quite frequently. In fact, many senior partners at law firms have had some experience as a government attorney. READ MORE >

For attorneys in private practice who wish to relocate from one part of the country to another, the process of finding a new job can be particularly challenging. Busy work schedules, personal obligations, differing time zones, and lack of familiarity with the job market can often prove daunting for those seeking law firm employment in a new city. READ MORE >

It helps to always focus on your clients, who are the most important element in making a move successful. Everything you do should directly or indirectly relate to your clients. READ MORE >