Searching for Law Attorney Jobs Online

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published January 03, 2009

By Harrison Barnes, CEO and Founder - BCG Attorney Search

You would not want to spend days looking for the perfect career. You want to work as soon as possible. Websites dedicated to careers for attorneys will be your best bet. This will speed up your search and that means finding a new attorney job at a quicker rate. The faster you find a job, the faster you will make money, and that is the main goal of searching for a new career online. I do not think there is any one who is looking for a job who wants to wait for months in order to start their exciting new career.

Try to find a site that has postings from all over the United States in their database. This will allow you the most career opportunities to be found. This will also make your search more specialized. If you want to be an attorney who represents famous clients, this type of attorney career can be had by using this specialized search tool because you can enter in your search query for this type of law attorney jobs online.

Perhaps you are looking for placement in a more civic awareness area like representing people who have been wronged in some way and you would like to help them. It is commendable and you should use a search engine that will dedicate their search to special interests such as this. There is a huge market for attorney jobs related to civic duty and your talents should be put to use as soon as possible. Many people need your help and you do not want to spend days searching for this type of law attorney job when people are in need and require your services and dedication now.

When searching for an attorney job online, you may want to relocate to a new city or even a new state in the country. Finding a search engine, that has postings all over the United States, and with nearly every law office that are seeking new attorneys are paramount for your search success. Not every legal search site offers this type of compatible searching. You want to find a site that will allow you to search not just by job description, but also by location. Perhaps you live on the east coast and have always wanted to move to the west coast. Searching by location will make your shift in location a breeze.

Not only do you want to have more exact and speedy searches, but you need to find a site that offers support for their clients, whether they be the employer or the employee. Having support in search for a new law attorney job can help you to decide exactly what career path you want to take. Maybe you are not sure where you want to focus your search, or which law firm would fit your needs best, having a support system can make these choices much easier for you. If you are interested in representing famous people, a strong collaboration of people backing you can aid you in making this transition more comfortably. Changing careers in mid stride, or even starting your new career just out of law school can be a daunting task, so make sure you have as many trained people backing you as start off on your new attorneys job.

You also want to find a site search engine that is not charging their law offices to post their job listings. Why is this so important? By not charging the clients, employers, or employees, you have more options as more law firms will be willing to post their ads on this type of site. This also means you have a site that is truly dedicated to finding you the right fit for you will know for sure they are sincere in helping your search for a law attorney job online. This type of dedication is rarely found, so by finding a site that has this type of dedication will work in your favor in the long-run.

In conclusion, searching for your new job as a law attorney online can be daunting unless you find a site that is dedicated to speedy searches, has a large data base of law offices and careers to choose from, offers a strong support system, and does not charge for their services. Following these guidelines will make your search easier, more pleasant and will speed up your search all together.

About Harrison Barnes

No legal recruiter in the United States has placed more attorneys at top law firms across every practice area than Harrison Barnes. His unmatched expertise, industry connections, and proven placement strategies have made him the most influential legal career advisor for attorneys seeking success in Big Law, elite boutiques, mid-sized firms, small firms, firms in the largest and smallest markets, and in over 350 separate practice areas.

A Reach Unlike Any Other Legal Recruiter

Most legal recruiters focus only on placing attorneys in large markets or specific practice areas, but Harrison places attorneys at all levels, in all practice areas, and in all locations—from the most prestigious firms in New York, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C., to small and mid-sized firms in rural markets. Every week, he successfully places attorneys not only in high-demand practice areas like corporate and litigation but also in niche and less commonly recruited areas such as:

Immigration law
Workers’ compensation
Insurance defense
Family law
Trusts & estates
Municipal law
And many more...

This breadth of placements is unheard of in the legal recruiting industry and is a testament to his extraordinary ability to connect attorneys with the right firms, regardless of market size or practice area.

Proven Success at All Levels

With over 25 years of experience, Harrison has successfully placed attorneys at over 1,000 law firms, including:

Top Am Law 100 firms such including Sullivan and Cromwell, and almost every AmLaw 100 and AmLaw 200 law firm.
Elite boutique firms with specialized practices
Mid-sized firms looking to expand their practice areas
Growing firms in small and rural markets

He has also placed hundreds of law firm partners and has worked on firm and practice area mergers, helping law firms strategically grow their teams.

Unmatched Commitment to Attorney Success – The Story of BCG Attorney Search

Harrison Barnes is not just the most effective legal recruiter in the country, he is also the founder of BCG Attorney Search, a recruiting powerhouse that has helped thousands of attorneys transform their careers. His vision for BCG goes beyond just job placement; it is built on a mission to provide attorneys with opportunities they would never have access to otherwise. Unlike traditional recruiting firms, BCG Attorney Search operates as a career partner, not just a placement service. The firm’s unparalleled resources, including a team of over 150 employees, enable it to offer customized job searches, direct outreach to firms, and market intelligence that no other legal recruiting service provides. Attorneys working with Harrison and BCG gain access to hidden opportunities, real-time insights on firm hiring trends, and guidance from a team that truly understands the legal market. You can read more about how BCG Attorney Search revolutionizes legal recruiting here: The Story of BCG Attorney Search and What We Do for You.

The Most Trusted Career Advisor for Attorneys

Harrison’s legal career insights are the most widely followed in the profession.

His articles on BCG Search alone are read by over 150,000 attorneys per month, making his guidance the most sought-after in the legal field. Read his latest insights here.
He has conducted hundreds of hours of career development webinars, available here: Harrison Barnes Webinar Replays.
His placement success is unmatched—see examples here: Harrison Barnes' Attorney Placements.
He has created numerous comprehensive career development courses, including BigLaw Breakthrough, designed to help attorneys land positions at elite law firms.

Submit Your Resume to Work with Harrison Barnes

If you are serious about advancing your legal career and want access to the most sought-after law firm opportunities, Harrison Barnes is the most powerful recruiter to have on your side.

Submit your resume today to start working with him: Submit Resume Here.

With an unmatched track record of success, a vast team of over 150 dedicated employees, and a reach into every market and practice area, Harrison Barnes is the recruiter who makes career transformations happen and has the talent and resources behind him to make this happen.

A Relentless Commitment to Attorney Success

Unlike most recruiters who work with only a narrow subset of attorneys, Harrison Barnes works with lawyers at all stages of their careers, from junior associates to senior partners, in every practice area imaginable. His placements are not limited to only those with "elite" credentials—he has helped thousands of attorneys, including those who thought it was impossible to move firms, find their next great opportunity.

Harrison’s work is backed by a team of over 150 professionals who work around the clock to uncover hidden job opportunities at law firms across the country. His team:

Finds and creates job openings that aren’t publicly listed, giving attorneys access to exclusive opportunities.
Works closely with candidates to ensure their resumes and applications stand out.
Provides ongoing guidance and career coaching to help attorneys navigate interviews, negotiations, and transitions successfully.

This level of dedicated support is unmatched in the legal recruiting industry.

A Legal Recruiter Who Changes Lives

Harrison believes that every attorney—no matter their background, law school, or previous experience—has the potential to find success in the right law firm environment. Many attorneys come to him feeling stuck in their careers, underpaid, or unsure of their next steps. Through his unique ability to identify the right opportunities, he helps attorneys transform their careers in ways they never thought possible.

He has worked with:

Attorneys making below-market salaries who went on to double or triple their earnings at new firms.
Senior attorneys who believed they were “too experienced” to make a move and found better roles with firms eager for their expertise.
Attorneys in small or remote markets who assumed they had no options—only to be placed at strong firms they never knew existed.
Partners looking for a better platform or more autonomy who successfully transitioned to firms where they could grow their practice.

For attorneys who think their options are limited, Harrison Barnes has proven time and time again that opportunities exist—often in places they never expected.

Submit Your Resume Today – Start Your Career Transformation

If you want to explore new career opportunities, Harrison Barnes and BCG Attorney Search are your best resources. Whether you are looking for a BigLaw position, a boutique firm, or a move to a better work environment, Harrison’s expertise will help you take control of your future.

? Submit Your Resume Here to get started with Harrison Barnes today.

Alternative Summary

Harrison is the founder of BCG Attorney Search and several companies in the legal employment space that collectively gets thousands of attorneys jobs each year. Harrison’s writings about attorney careers and placement attract millions of reads each year. Harrison is widely considered the most successful recruiter in the United States and personally places multiple attorneys most weeks. His articles on legal search and placement are read by attorneys, law students and others millions of times per year.

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