The Power of Decency in the Legal Profession
Decency in the legal profession – the phrase may cause lawyers and the general public to emit a collective guffaw. Yet we can, and indeed we should, strive for decency as it is sorely lacking…
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Common Job Interview Questions – Bill Gates’ Cheat Sheet
Common job interview questions may result in uncommon or suboptimal answers. Listen to Bill Gates for his thoughts on the topic. For your legal job interview, do your research and get multiple perspectives on topics…
Speed Up Your Job Search
Speed up your job search to land a coveted in-house counsel job or even a General Counsel job. There are some key elements in propelling your job search forward quickly, and don’t forget not to…
Get Ready For Turbulence And Its Impact
Turbulence is here and more is on the way. But don’t fear turbulence and don’t fear change. Adapt and overcome. Already, more and more signals show that the U.S. economy is returning to its pre-pandemic…
How In-House Counsel Can Understand Risk Tolerance
If you understand risk tolerance, you know that it can vary by client, transaction, economic environment and many other factors. For in-house counsel, the need to understand risk tolerance is key to effectively managing corporate…
What You Were Taught About Career Paths Was Wrong
Career paths can be linear for some, but nonlinear and nontraditional for others. Sometimes, taking an alternate or unexpected path may prepare you for greater career growth down the road. Don’t be stuck in a…
Is Now The Right Time To Change Jobs?
The right time to change jobs might be right now, despite your feelings of uncertainty due to the pandemic and the economic uncertainty it caused. One thing is certain, legal hiring is back on the…
In-House Counsel Rules To Live By and Thrive By
In-house counsel rules to live by – just what you have been waiting for! From the famous Sterling Miller, known worldwide for his excellent “Ten Things” lists for in-house counsel. Many of these rules will…
Expand Your Network For Job Search Success
Expand your network and you will increase your chances of landing a coveted in-house counsel job. Especially if you are in work from home mode, numerous platforms exist for you to connect with other individuals…
What Legal Recruiters Need To Know About You
Wondering what legal recruiters need to know about you? You should be. The legal jobs market is looking much stronger than anyone expected, as many are finding that the economy’s strong foundation has helped it…