News from BCG Attorney Search
Fall 2005

Dear Readers,

With summer having faded into fall, BCG recruiters have seen increased activity in many markets and practice areas, especially real estate. Our recruiters also report that while some major markets have seen an upswing in corporate work, smaller ones have not. We encourage you to read the State of the Market Report to see how your legal market is doing and to pass the Report on to whoever might be interested in it. We have also included articles written by our professionals regarding firm life and how to improve your career.

We welcome your feedback regarding any aspect of the State of the Market Report. Tell us what you think or what you want to know, and we promise to respond. We look forward to our continued partnership with you.




STATE OF THE MARKET REPORT,
by BCG Recruting Staff
A flurry of recent hiring activity--particularly a national need for real estate attorneys and the upswing in corporate work--has our recruiters excited about the changes that the legal market is currently experiencing. Read what practice areas are hot and where as our recruiters from all over the country report on the state of their regions.

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Profile Recruiters as Agents: What Should You Look for in an Agent?
by Jamie Bailey

Six facets of effective candidate representation are advanced by Jamie Bailey, Managing Director of BCG's Chicago office.
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Profile Double Down: Why Risking Your Bonus Isn�t Much of a Gamble
by Carey Bertolet

Carey Bertolet, Managing Director of BCG's New York office, presents�positive points to ponder regarding switching firms at the end of the calendar year.
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Profile Job-Search Tips for Out-of-Town Candidates
by Carrie Leonard

BCG Recruiter Carrie Leonard of the Washington, DC, office�offers extensive advice for those contemplating relocating.
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Profile When Good Candidates Go Bad: A Tale of Trust
by Danice M. Kowalczyk

An unbelievable account of the unpredictable behavior of attorneys sets up BCG Senior Recruiter Danice Kowalczyk�s discussion of trust between clients and recruiters.
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Profile Beyond the Listings: Why Use a Search Firm?
by Stephen Seckler and Dan Binstock

BCG�s Boston Recruiter Stephen Seckler and Washington, DC�s Managing Director Dan Binstock collaborate to highlight the ways in which good recruiters can help their clients.
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BCG Q&A,
Common Questions with Expert Answers Provided by Recruiters
Q: Is it ok to leave a recent law firm job off my resume if I only worked there as an associate for about four months?� I am concerned that it will look bad, and since it was only four months, I�d rather leave it off.� What are your thoughts?
(From R.K., Boston)
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Q: I just graduated from law school this past May and found out that I passed the bar!� Can you help me find a job?
(From T.P., Los Angeles)
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New York
New York Office seeks an Attorney with 3-4 years of experience in Banking. Requires experience with large syndicated loan transactions for major money-center banks. Send your resume and cover letter.
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Los Angeles
The Los Angeles office is looking for a Transactional Associate. 3-4 years' experience in corporate and transactional work essential.
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Washington, DC
Washington office is looking for an Employment & Labor Associate. 2-3 years of employment and labor counseling and litigation experience required.
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