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Who Will Follow the Leaders?
By Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
In the world of law practice management, where so many firms and companies rely on the institutional know-how of their founding partners and general counsel, succession planning takes on an extra urgency as baby boomer retirements continue to rise. Businesses thrive when they have a constant supply of new talent coming up through the ranks, […]
Resume Refresh: 5 Tips for Sprucing Up Your Legal Resume
By Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
More than a quarter of lawyers interviewed in a recent Robert Half survey say their firms or companies plan to hire this year. That means it’s important to make sure your legal resume is current and fresh — regardless of whether you’re on the hunt for a new legal job. A legal recruiter might ask for your resume, […]
6 Questions to Ask Before Making Your Next Legal Career Move
By Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
Q: I’m dissatisfied with my current job and firm, so I’m considering making a career move. The thing is, I’m not sure whether that’s really the answer. And if it is, I don’t know what my options are. Can you help? A: Whether you’re an entry-level legal professional or a seasoned veteran, it’s natural for career […]
Make the Most of LinkedIn: Social Media Training for Your Legal Job Hunt
By Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
Q: I’m looking for a new legal job and think I should be maximizing my presence on LinkedIn. How do I take better advantage of this social media tool? A: Your LinkedIn profile is essentially a virtual resume, so if you’re going to use it as part of your job search (and you definitely should), […]
The Increasingly Mobile Workforce and Today’s Law Office
By Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
The legal profession has been gradually reshaped in recent years. The push to adapt to a changing business environment and deliver services in more efficient and cost-effective ways was already underway, but gained a heightened sense of urgency during the Great Recession. The ingrained, and sometimes outdated, practices of the traditional law office have evolved […]
Staffing Plans Deserve Attention in New Year
By Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
As law firms and corporate legal departments begin looking forward to a new year, staffing considerations are likely to be top of mind. Even if business is improving, legal employers are understandably wary about adding full-time staff too hastily and later having to scale back. But understaffing can be just as risky if they find […]