Frequently Asked Questions for Job Seekers on LawCrossing.com LawCrossing.com is a leading and comprehensive job search platform tailored specifically for legal professionals. Established with the aim of connecting legal job seekers with top law firms, corporations, and legal employers, LawCrossing.com has become a go-to resource for attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and other legal experts seeking new career opportunities. (43 views)
Mastering Your Legal Career: Navigating the Job Market During Law School In today's competitive legal industry, it is crucial for law students to begin preparing for their future careers early on. The job market for legal professionals is highly competitive, and securing a desirable position requires strategic planning and preparation. By starting the job search process during law school, students gain a significant advantage over their peers... (27 views)
How Lawyers Can Effectively Use LinkedIn for Networking and Job Search In today's interconnected world, social media platforms have become an integral part of professional networking and career development. Among these platforms, LinkedIn stands out as a powerful tool for lawyers to enhance their professional presence and establish meaningful connections within the legal industry. LinkedIn offers a unique platform specifically designed for... (71 views)
From Graduate to Practitioner: Crucial Steps After Law School As a law school graduate, transitioning from being a student to becoming a practicing attorney is a significant step in your professional journey. To make this transition smooth and successful, careful planning and execution are crucial. This section will delve into the crucial steps you need to take to navigate this transition effectively and establish yourself as a... (37 views)
Interview Resources for Law Students: How to Ace Your Law Student Interview The job interview is a critical step in launching a legal career. For law students, the interview can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. However, with proper preparation and resources, you can ace your law student interview and land your dream job. This article will discuss interview resources for law students, including tips for interview preparation, common interview... (22 views)
Asking About Benefits in a Job Interview, Is It Acceptable Asking about benefits during a job interview is generally acceptable, but it's important to approach the topic tactfully and appropriately during the interview process. It's important to understand that the focus of the interview should be on the qualifications, experience, and fit for the position, not just the benefits package. (49 views)
Avoid Personal Questions in Job Interviews Job interviews are a crucial step in the recruitment process, and it is essential to prepare well for them. However, some interviewers may ask personal questions that can make you uncomfortable and be illegal. This article will discuss why personal questions should be avoided in job interviews and how you can handle them. (85 views)
Avoid These Topics During a Job Interview: A Guide for Candidates Job interviews are essential in the hiring process, and candidates often spend a lot of time preparing for them. While it is important to be ready for the interview questions, it is equally important to be aware of the topics that should not be discussed. Some topics can create an uncomfortable situation for the interviewee and may even harm their chances of getting the... (127 views)
Explaining a Career Switch from Law Firm to In-House and Back Switching careers from a law firm to an in-house position or vice versa is becoming increasingly common in the legal industry. While both paths offer unique advantages and challenges, making the switch requires careful consideration and planning. In this article, we will explore the reasons for switching between these two career paths and provide tips on how to... (69 views)
Flirting in a Job Interview, Is It Appropriate Flirting in a job interview is a topic that has garnered a lot of attention in recent years. With more and more people entering the workforce, the question of appropriate behavior in a professional setting has become increasingly important. While many people may think that flirting is harmless and can be advantageous in certain situations, it is important to understand why... (82 views)
Gaining Interview Experience, Applying for a Job You Don't Want for Attorneys Interviews can be a daunting experience, especially for attorneys looking to break into a highly competitive job market. In today's world, experience counts for a lot, and those just starting out in their careers may need help competing against more experienced candidates. One strategy that some attorneys use to gain interview experience is to apply for jobs they don't... (42 views)
This Is What Happens to Your Law Career After a Break This article provides advice for lawyers who have taken a break from their profession and are now looking to restart their careers. It discusses the importance of being prepared to explain the reasons for taking a break, showing employment stability, highlighting law firm experience, and utilizing education credentials to get back into legal practice. The article... (736 views)
Lawyer Hiring Outlook for 2023: Opportunities Still Available, But Move Quickly Hiring for lawyers in both in-house and law firm positions is not expected to be as high as in the past two years, but it should still be a good year, according to placement specialists in an Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) chapter webcast. The technology sector, in particular, was over-hired in the past two years and experienced layoffs in the last quarter of 2022.... (30 views)
Solving the Dilemma of a Catch 22 Situation: How to Resolve it After graduation from law school, the Harvard or Yale graduate will have an easy time finding a job because most of the top firms around the nation will come to him/her. But what of the other law school students? For those students, finding a job can be tough, especially because the reputation of the law school one graduated from carries a lot of weight. (436 views)
Texas Emerging Scholars Program: Move Your Legal Career from Prosecutor to Professor The University of Texas at Austin School of Law's Emerging Scholars Program (ESP) bridges the gap between law school, or law practice, and the increasingly competitive world of legal academia. The two-year program allows fellows to get teaching experience while having access to tenured law faculty expertise in order to develop bodies of scholarly work. (125 views)
Planning a Romantic Valentine's Day Getaway: Tips to Make it Special Why would my husband Bob and I think Cap Juluca is the most romantic getaway in the Caribbean? The reasons seem as numerous as the curves on its stark, white buildings. Obviously, viewers of the ''Today'' show agreed, since they chose it for the show's first destination wedding last November. And any couple would find it ideal for a Valentine's Day vacation. (24 views)
How to Decide Whether to Stay or Leave Your Current Job - Insights From a Recruiter In the first of a two-part series, Claudia Spielman, BCG Attorney Search recruiter, uses her own experience to guide young attorneys (though the advice applies to anyone in or contemplating a career in the legal industry) on how to evaluate whether to stay at a law firm. (115 views)
Essential Tips for Job Hunting from Elizabeth K. Peck: Networking and Writing a Winning Cover Letter Elizabeth K. Peck can't stress it enough: cover letters matter. As proof, Ms. Peck, Director of Career Services at Cornell Law School, recalled a first-year student who applied for a summer associate position at a large firm. He did his homework, researched the firm and crafted a memorable cover letter. In fact, although the firm didn't hire first-years, the recruiting... (441 views)
Accepting a Job Offer in a Legal Firm: What to Know After You Say 'Yes' If you are like most people, you will be excited when a law firm or other legal employer extends you an offer for a job. Especially if it's your first offer, your only offer, or the offer you were hoping for the most, the inclination is to accept immediately. Even if you are not that excited about the opportunity, you might be inclined to accept on the spot because you are... (21 views)
Celia C. Elwell, RP | Freelance Paralegal | Legal Services | LawCrossing Freelance Paralegal Celia C. Elwell is a semi-finalist in the Lessons from the Top Paralegal Experts contest, which will be turned into a book next year once the 15 winners are selected. LawCrossing speaks with Ms. Elwell about her skills and the perils of reaching the top of the paralegal field. (221 views)
How A Paralegal Found Their Ideal Job - Tips & Advice for Job Seekers Wendy S. Cathers was recently named ''Rookie of the Year'' by Legal Assistant Today magazine. LawCrossing speaks with the Richards Layton and Finger paralegal about her accomplishments and her decision to switch careers and become a paralegal. (110 views)
Become a Lawyer: Uncover What It Takes to Build a Career Behind the Bar Page 2 Why do I have to take it? Since the quality of education and specific curricula can vary significantly from school to school, the bar exam determines a standard level of competency among law school graduates. In conjunction with a demonstration of sufficient character and fitness (your bar application includes a questionnaire used to determine that you are... (2036 views)
Careers in Law: A Walk on the Wild Side - Advice for Prospective Attorneys Put on your khaki shorts, load your film, and pack your bug spray. You're about to embark upon the adventure of a lifetime on an African safari! (9 views)
A Guide to Living in New York (the Big Apple) | Insider Advice & Tips Moving to New York City with a 30 million dollar budget? The Penthouse at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel boasts exquisite amenities, jaw-dropping views, 5 star service, and the most exclusive location in the city. (99 views)
Law Job Market Holds Steady: What to Know for Career Success in 2021 Law students can expect to find positions despite economic woes (14 views)
Scott Turow, Renowned Lawyer & Best-Selling Author, Joins Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal in Chicago, IL This week, we profile Scott Turow, partner at Chicago's Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal and acclaimed novelist of some of the most popular legal fiction of our times. His career, while unlikely to be duplicated anytime soon, serves as a model for attorneys with more than one passion. (688 views)
Discover Your Individual Strengths - An Essential Guide to Professional Success in the Legal World This career book offers insight into how we need to play up our strengths to find success and happiness in our careers. But what did our reviewer think of its message? (110 views)
Texas Wesleyan School of Law's Assistant Dean of Career Services, Katherine L. Chapman, Esq: Advice to Law Students Dealing with the career dreams of a student body from a young law school is no easy task, but Katharine Chapman is up to it. She talks with us about how she helps her students find jobs and how she's taking her message - namely, that Texas Wesleyan is an excellent law school - to the streets. (51 views)
Paralegal Cathy Kohr: A Spotlight on Her Experiences at Lavery Faherty Young Patterso Having recently won a national award for her work in organizing paralegal pro bono efforts in Harrisburg, PA, Cathy Kohr talks with LawCrossing about her profession, her charity work, and how both provide her a fulfilling career in the law. (200 views)
5 Tips for Impressing Law Firm Personnel Directors and What They're Looking For Ever wonder what goes on in the minds of the people who interview you? We spoke with legal personnel directors from law firms of varying sizes to find out their thoughts on everything from the 2004 hiring forecast to what makes a good candidate. (59 views)