In this webinar, top legal recruiter Harrison Barnes explains what it truly means to be a “manageable” attorney—the type of lawyer law firms are eager to hire, promote, and retain. Barnes breaks down the behaviors, attitudes, and work habits that signal reliability and coachability, as well as the red flags that make firms hesitant to bring someone on. This session is essential for any attorney who wants to become the kind of candidate law firms view as an asset rather than a risk.
Highlights:
Defining “Manageable”: Learn what law firms really mean when they describe an attorney as easy—or difficult—to manage.
Key Traits Firms Value: Discover the qualities and habits that signal maturity, stability, and long-term potential.
Red Flags to Avoid: Understand the behaviors that make partners wary of hiring or mentoring an attorney.
Career Advantage: Gain strategies for presenting yourself as someone firms can trust, train, and rely on.
Expert Insights: Harrison Barnes shares real-world examples and practical advice to help attorneys become highly desirable hires.