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2016 Outlook: What’s Hot, What’s Not in Legal Jobs
By Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
In an increasingly competitive hiring market, the pressure is on as law firms and companies attempt to fill legal jobs with top talent. To succeed, legal managers need to understand the latest hiring trends, recruit the best candidates and retain their best employees. The Robert Half Legal 2016 Salary Guide offers a wealth of information for employers […]
Q&A: Resist Making Counteroffers
By Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
Q: With the legal job market improving, we’re seeing an increase in the number of employees giving notice for better pay or circumstances. As a legal manager, I’m tempted to make counteroffers. Any advice on whether this strategy is effective? A: When a valued team member gives notice, your first impulse may be to counteroffer. […]
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), […]