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Legal Careers for Recent Grads: Landing An Entry-Level Lawyer in a Competitive Market
By Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
New grads face significant hurdles when looking for lawyer jobs. Demanding, selective and competitive are just a few ways to describe the current job market. Saturation is one big culprit. Research indicates that at the national level, the supply of new lawyers greatly outpaces the number of job openings, and that only 55 percent of the class of 2012 have […]
Off the Beaten Partner Track: Lawyer Jobs Offering Better Work-Life Balance
By Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
Back when I was a lawyer, the path to a partner position was well-defined: Graduate from law school. Join a firm as an associate and hope you become a partner after seven-plus years of exceeding your billable hour requirements. Or exit quietly or if you didn’t make the cut. This “up or out” system was […]
The Value of Finding and Being a Professional Mentor
By Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
There are many different types of mentoring relationships, but all provide benefits to both the advisor and the protégé. These pairings are becoming more and more desirable, to the point that many legal job applicants inquire about a firm’s mentoring program during the interview process. Value of a professional mentor Good mentoring relationships are important from […]
Three Trends Affecting Legal Careers Today
By Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
Today’s business environment requires law firms and legal departments to function in a collaborative relationship with their clients, rather than just provide counsel. To stay competitive, these legal professionals have to keep up with client demands and industry changes. Here are the three trends that are having an impact on today’s law offices — and […]
Unusual Degrees That Are Great for Legal Careers
By Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
Hiring in the legal field is intensifying, which means that as a manager, you have serious competition for top candidates. Depending on your company’s specialties and services, considering nontraditional candidates can be a savvy way to find and hire specialized talent. Although the legal profession will need candidates who possess juris doctor degrees, opening up […]
Should I Consider a Career in Legal Consulting?
By Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
Q: I’m considering leaving my current employer and starting a career in legal consulting. Any tips or career advice I should keep in mind before venturing out on my own? A: From wanting to be your own boss to a desire for a less stressful work environment, several factors might persuade you to pursue a non-traditional […]