Attorney Career Advice

Should I Submit My Materials Through a Friend?

It is, of course, my job to present my candidates with law firm openings as they arise. Every so often I hear in respon....

12 Reasons Why You Should Work With a (Good) Recruiter for Your Legal Job Search (Part 3 of 3)

Where a candidate has strong credentials, it is almost always to their advantage to work with a capable, experienced leg....

Why Attorneys Want OUT of In-House

These are attorneys that have gone in-house too early in their careers and are looking to transition back into law firm ....

What is the best way to find a good legal recruiter?

By 'good,' I mean a recruiter who is highly capable, dedicated and experienced and best for you.....

Don’t Ignore The “Why”

One of the first questions I ask any potential candidate I might work with is....

Help! I Think My Firm Is in Trouble

Generally speaking, attorneys do not tend to be risk-taking personalities. This means that we are often loyal, and want ....

Relocation! Relocation! Relocation!

I had an interesting summer working with a number of U.S. citizens who were working at large firms in London and other f....

The Importance of Trial Experience for Litigation Candidates

Almost every job listing we see for lateral litigation candidates contains some variation on the words 'trial experience....

The “Senior Attorney Trap”

A general rule, major firms will not hire a senior attorney just because they are a great lawyer and/or have great crede....

The Importance of Conflicts in Law Firm Applications

I often encounter candidates who have previously applied to a particular law firm ....

Senioritis: Diagnosis and Treatment

What Do Law Firms Mean by “Hopping?”

Hopping' is not something that just rabbits and kangaroos do. The term is also employed by law firms to describe attorne....

Don't Make a Lateral Move Too Soon

Law firms are businesses and they need to make money. The people receiving your resume might think you are a fabulous pe....

How Do Law Firms Treat “Gaps” in Your Resume?

“Gaps” or “holes” in a resume are popular terms used by law firms and other employers to describe an employment ....

What Is the Best Way to Get My Resume and Cover Letter Noticed?

The best way to get your materials noticed is to make sure that you adhere to the following guidelines.....