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The 'Dark Side' of Going In-house
by Harrison Barnes, Managing DirectorOpinions vary as to whether an attorney should or should not go in-house. Some attorneys believe going in-house was the best decision of their career, while others strongly disagree. This is wh... READ MORE >
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The Only Two Ways to Be a Rich or Famous Attorney
by Harrison Barnes, Managing DirectorSummary: If you want to be wealthy or famous in your career as an attorney, you need to possess these two attributes.... READ MORE >
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How to Beat the System and Stop Being a Profit-Driven Workaholic Attorney
By Harrison Barnes, Managing DirectorSummary: Learn how to enjoy your career as an attorney and achieve long-term career success in your legal career. READ MORE >
Article type: Career Advice for Attorneys, Networking & Business Development
Top 9 Ways for Any Attorney to Generate a Ton of Business
By Harrison Barnes, Managing Director
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Why Networking Is Essential to Your Success as an Attorney
By Harrison Barnes, Managing DirectorOne thing that many attorneys do not know is that the most successful attorneys are "networked." Attorneys who do not network often fail over time because of this fact alone. READ MORE >
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Getting Involved in the Legal Community
By Harrison Barnes, Managing DirectorFor many attorneys, especially those in large law firms, life as an attorney can seem pretty solitary. There are, of course, the subtle and entertaining email exchanges with your peers, as well as meetings with other attorneys and clients. There is the occasional CLE event, firm retreat, or maybe even a firm social event here and there. Nevertheless, many attorneys rarely venture too far out of the office and into the legal community. Time away from work is family or recreation time-something to be cherished and certainly not time you would want to spend with other lawyers. READ MORE >
Article type: Career Advice for Attorneys, Networking & Business Development
Treating Your Legal Career Like a Small Business
By Harrison Barnes, Managing DirectorAt the outset, it is important to realize that much of what I am saying goes against the "traditional" view of the law as a profession. Obviously, the law is a profession. Notwithstanding the use of the word "profession," though, you can still get fired, not advance, or find yourself in a dead end job. Your skills or specialty can quickly become irrelevant in the marketplace. You can also find yourself in a geographic location where there is no work (i.e., "business"). READ MORE >
Article type: Career Advice for Attorneys, Networking & Business Development, Law, Society & Culture
Why Networking is Essential to Your Success as an Attorney
By Harrison Barnes, Managing Director
Why Networking is Essential to Your Success as an Attorney
One thing that many attorneys do not know is that the most successful attorneys are "networked." Attorneys who do not network often fail over time because of this fact alone. READ MORE >
Article type: Career Advice for Attorneys, Networking & Business Development
The Importance of Portable Business
By Harrison Barnes, Managing DirectorIf you are a senior associate, of counsel, or partner, how important is portable business when making a move to another law firm? Most junior to mid-level associates are told to concentrate on developing their skill sets. READ MORE >
Article type: Career Advice for Attorneys, Networking & Business Development
Moving Your Practice (and Portable Business) to Another Law Firm
By Harrison Barnes, Managing DirectorIt 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 >
Article type: Networking & Business Development, Relocations & Practice Area Changes
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