MCCA Career Development Articles
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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…
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…
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…
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?…
5 Tips for Handling Workplace Differences
By Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
Working well with others is an essential skill for career success, especially in law practices that often rely heavily on legal teams. But sometimes the most challenging part of getting…
Mulling Over a Legal Job Offer? 5 Strategies to Make the Best Decision
By Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
You’ve been looking for a career position in the legal profession and are in the lucky situation of having more than one offer, how do you make a choice? If…