by Jennifer | Apr 19, 2022 | Hiring and Retention, Legal Market Trends
The market for legal talent is downright hostile at the moment if, that is, you are the one doing the hiring. If you are a lawyer looking for a better fit for you and your talents, it is the opportunity of a lifetime. In the legal world, there is more work than...
by Jennifer | Mar 15, 2022 | Hiring and Retention, Legal Market Trends
The perception is that law firms are traditional, stuffy employers. Known for long hours, formal dress codes, hard-driving work ethics, and competitiveness. In many ways, this perception is accurate. However, as the war for talent rages on, some law firms are...
by Jennifer | Mar 1, 2022 | Hiring and Retention, Lateral Partner Moves
Many law firm partners have built a successful practice through the support of others at their law firms. This is especially true at larger and mid-sized law firms. Support comes from all areas of the firm – marketing, legal assistants, accounting, billing, IT,...
by Jennifer | Feb 15, 2022 | Hiring and Retention, Lateral Partner Moves
Changing firms is a big decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly. This is especially true for successful law firm partners. Moving to a new law firm should accomplish something more besides a change of scenery and new people. In other words, making such a leap...
by Jennifer | Dec 21, 2021 | Hiring and Retention, Lateral Partner Moves
For those who know me, I do a lot of networking. I mean a lot. As a result, I receive introductions to many law firm partners and small law firm owners. After receiving an introduction, I try to schedule a short call with each. The purpose of the call is to learn more...
by Jennifer | Dec 14, 2021 | Hiring and Retention
When is the best time to find your perfect fit law firm? This is a trick question. Why? Because there is no best time – at least if we are being guided by the calendar. Rather, the best time is when an individual partner or group is ready and motivated to make a...
