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2015 Forecast: Hiring and Salary Trends for Legal Jobs
By Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
Whether you’re gearing up to recruit or benchmarking best practices to lift retention rates, the Robert Half Legal 2015 Salary Guide is a good place to start. With data for more than 100 legal jobs, as well as a comprehensive overview of paralegal and lawyer salary trends, the guide is an indispensable tool for legal managers. Here are […]
7 Things a Hiring Manager Won’t Tell You When You Apply for Your Next Legal Job
By Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
When you interview for legal jobs, you know hiring managers will be asking about your skills and experiences. But as you’re answering these questions, they’re scrutinizing much more than just your words. Here’s a look at how interviewers evaluate candidates for today’s in-demand legal jobs. Appearances matter. You know the importance of dressing professionally when […]
Law Firm Management: 5 Keys to Effective Succession Planning
By Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
Who will replace your firm’s leaders when they retire, resign or decide to leave the firm for other reasons? Creating a smooth leadership transition is an essential part of effective law firm management. While it’s tempting to put off succession planning until senior partners announce their departure, it’s smart to start the process much earlier — before […]
7 Questions to Ask Lawyer Candidates
By Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
When hiring new attorneys for your firm, you need to ask the right questions to get a true sense of their fit for the position. Here are seven lawyer interview questions to pose to make sure their skills, experience and character traits are the best fit with your firm’s needs. What technical skills do you […]
The Impact of Technology on Paralegal Jobs and Other Legal Support Roles
By Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
As technology continues to affect the practice of law, those who work in the legal profession are finding the need to become increasingly tech-savvy. This is especially true for those in support roles whose jobs have become increasingly multifaceted and complex in recent years. Law firms and corporate legal departments that are looking for more […]
Legal Careers: How to Succeed When Working Remotely
By Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
As technology continues to advance, more law firms and corporate legal departments are allowing employees to work remotely. The pros of this arrangement are numerous. Whether it’s once a week or full-time, virtual workers are able to save valuable time telecommuting and spend less money on transportation and dry cleaning. Lawyers who can work remotely don’t […]