Are You Mistaking a Comfort Zone for Job-satisfaction? Attorneys, like others in institutionalized professions, become accustomed to surroundings, develop patterns and habits of work, and create comfort zones that they subconsciously refuse to leave. Some are truly satisfied, and seem to have found their place in life, while others are just kidding themselves and killing their careers, just because they are afraid to leave... (40 views)
Attorneys: Alternative Career, Anyone? In the recent nationaljurist.com article, ''More lawyers seeking alternative careers'', former attorney and author Hillary Mantis discusses the fact that about seventy percent of the law graduates from 2010 are employed at jobs for which passing the bar is a requirement, according to the National Association for Law Placement employment report. Since NALP began collecting... (43 views)
In-House v. BigLaw In the world of law, the position of in-house counsel is vastly different than working as an attorney in BigLaw and making the decision to commit to either one can be tough. However, while a graduate with a law degree seems to have countless options for the future and may be deciding between whether a law firm or a corporation is right from them, the choice may not... (2296 views)
Going In house Thinking about going in house? There's a lot to be said for working as in house counsel. No billable hours, a full night's sleep every night, stock options, and more job security. At least, you hope it’s more job security. (18 views)
What Counsel Jobs Entail Counsel jobs are generally among the highest paid at a law firm, as this is the senior attorney at a law firm. As a result, you will not be able to walk right into one of these jobs, as you must first prove yourself to be a good lawyer with skills in a number of areas. Counsel work is given to those with years of professional experience and a great deal of knowledge, as... (3 views)
He Left: Was He Right? We watch our colleagues and people we know, change jobs, change firms, change practice areas, or even go to the extreme of changing careers and leaving law practice altogether. Every time I hear such a story about somebody I knew, I wonder about the reasons, and I wonder how it will work out for the person. While leaving a job or changing firms is understandable for many... (7 views)
Where to Start When Searching for Alternative Careers for an Attorney? It's perfectly normal in the 20th century to find people who shift fields in the middle of their careers, and it is as much true for attorneys as for other professionals. In particular, attorneys have a greater number of alternatives than professionals from other fields, because practicing as an attorney has its inherent advantages including the creation of a powerful... (148 views)
How to Move from Public Interest into Private Law Practice Many of the professionals involved in law jobs desire to move from public service into private law practice. It may either be to look for law firm jobs or to become an independent law practitioner. (2734 views)
Becoming a Best Legal Recruiter Thousands of law graduates who graduate from the law school look for legal jobs every year. The article discusses the qualities of a good legal recruiter who can help them get a job. Also those who want to be a legal recruiter will get an insight about the qualities they need to have to be a legal recruiter. (1949 views)
How to Become a Judge As many know, judges are crucial to our country�s legal system. Judges carry a huge responsibility upon their shoulders. But many are unaware as to how judges actually enter this field. Read on to learn more. (153 views)
How to Be a District Attorney Becoming an attorney takes a lot of work and dedication. The truth is that the path to obtaining your law degree is not necessarily an easy one, but it can lead to a fulfilling and wonderful career. In fact, there are few fields that are as widely respected as the field of law, and the career of a district attorney is no exception. The high-profile, appointed position of a... (964 views)
How to Find Alternative Uses for a Law Degree There are several reasons that a person with a law degree will decide to turn away from the legal profession. Sometimes they realize once they begin to practice law that the endless research and mountains of paperwork aren't for them. Other times, they may simply decide that the legal profession is not a good fit for them. Or, they may have ventured out, intending to... (2100 views)
How to Reinvent Your Career If you work long enough, something along the way will probably happen to you. You will work with a co�worker who drives you crazy, a boss that doesn't get you, or an employee that keeps you up at night. (110 views)
The 'dark Side' Of Going In House Introduction The purpose of this article is to provide you with insight as to whether or not you should go in-house. Many attorneys claim that going in-house was their best career move. Conversely, some attorneys claim it was their biggest career mistake. In the end, going in-house is entirely up to you. You need to understand, however, that the decision to go in-house... (222 views)
Taking a hiatus from practicing law It is becoming increasingly common for attorneys desiring more than a few weeks off from the practice of law to simply quit their current jobs. Unlike some other professions, most law firms do not look favorably upon attorneys' taking more than a few weeks off unless they are involved in "a major life event." In the calculus of most law firms, a "major life event" is... (83 views)
Transitioning from Solo Practice to a Law Firm Coming from law school, the first question most attorneys ask is how to find a good job. All law schools have alumni associations and job placement programs; it is an excellent idea to take advantage of both of these, especially if you intend to work for a government agency or the district attorney's office once you've passed the local bar exam for the state in which you... (2379 views)
How Can General Counsel Make Career Switches? Follow General Counsel Donald B. Mitchell's Example. If you're an attorney interested in switching from an in-house position to a law firm position (or vice versa), then read on. Below you will discover how one man made the switch, then switched back, and continues to thrive in the field today. (16 views)
Multifarious career opportunites within legal jobs The oil crisis of 1987 eliminated many oil-related jobs in the United States. The advent of the Internet in the mid-1990s changed the business outlook for many job sectors including IT and the media. 9/11 affected the financial industry in 2001, and the real estate sector is feeling the pain now as lending institutions struggle to stay afloat. (18 views)
The transition from the world of fashion to legal career by Rory Brewton Have shows like Project Runway and America's Next Top Model got you itching to jump up off your thrift store couch and strut your stuff? Do you often feel like your own little version of Stacy London and Clinton Kelly walking around telling everyone what not to wear? Why not take a hint from Baylor Law School's Rory Brewton and stage your very own law school fashion show? (108 views)
I Wish I Knew How to Quit You: The Guide to Making a Graceful Exit Before turning the doorknob to enter a partner's office, stop, breathe, and repeat after me: ''Less is more.'' (28926 views)
Top 3 Reasons Attorneys Decide to Move In-house What is it about going in-house that seems to increasingly draw attorneys from law firms to in-house legal departments? According to a recent survey by NALP, the attrition rate for experienced attorneys with about five years of experience jumped dramatically, from 60 percent in 2000 to 78 percent in 2005. A BCG Attorney Search survey concluded that approximately 80 percent... (115 views)
How Nicole Paquette worked hard with animal advocay group and furthered her career to become General Counsel ... (30 views)
How Michael Tyler, Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary of Gateway, Inc began his career in law ... (83 views)
How LeHocky got a job in a legal firm through LexisNexis Mark LeHocky, the current Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary of Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream Holdings, Inc., started his career the same way most law school students do—as a summer clerk. (21 views)
The Life and Career of Jeffrey Hughes, Owner, Legal Grind Thirsty for justice? Jeffrey Hughes' two Legal Grind cafes in the Los Angeles area offer ''Coffee and Counsel'' to those who may not otherwise seek legal advice. Through his innovative venture, Hughes has worked hard to both provide a valuable service to his community and change the public perception of attorneys. (258 views)
How Judge Elizabeth White Got Her Job This week, LawCrossing speaks with the Hon. Elizabeth White, a judge with the Superior Court of California. White, who started out her legal career as a paralegal, landed her first job through a temporary position indexing documents at Loeb & Loeb. When her assignment was up, she approached a partner at the firm about staying on permanently. (21 views)
The Life and Career of Warren Brown: Attorney Entrepreneur Turned Baker Restaurateur A butcher, a baker, a candlestick maker... Although Warren Brown's B.A. in History from Brown University and J.D. and Master's Degree in Public Health from The George Washington University launched his legal career as a litigator in style, securing him a job in 1999 with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in Washington, DC, prosecuting civil cases in... (1705 views)
Are You Entrepreneur Material? So you've had it with your job, and you want to be an entrepreneur. It's a glamorous idea, for sure, but lurking behind the pretty picture is a long-term investment of your blood, sweat, and tears. Hopefully, the yield will be high. But before you sacrifice your time, energy, and financial resources, it's a good idea to do some research to find out just what exactly makes... (39 views)
Entrepreneurs, Inventors, and People Who Turn Blue With apologies to author Barbara Paul, who creates extraordinary stories in the world of fiction, this article is dedicated to the entrepreneurs and inventors who create extraordinary opportunities in the world of business. (17 views)
Life Outside the Law Firm: Non-Legal Jobs for Law School Grads If you are encountering difficulties landing a position in a law firm or legal department, a non-legal job may provide a great alternative. (23025 views)