How to Make a Business Case for Expanding Your Legal Team Headcount Expanding the headcount of your legal team is a significant decision that requires a well-structured business case. You must persuasively argue why additional resources are necessary, align the … [more]
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Does Your Reputation Matter? A Smart Business Guide for Lawyers
In the legal profession, reputation is everything. It precedes you in courtrooms, boardrooms, and client meetings. A lawyer’s reputation influences client retention, referral rates, and career trajectory. But what if your reputation isn’t what you want it to be? The … [more]
Running Toward vs. Running Away From Legal Opportunity
We sometimes find that lawyers may be running away from vs. running toward a new opportunity for various reasons. If there is a painful component to your current career engagement, you may have a knee-jerk reaction to getting out of … [more]
The Unseen Perils: What’s at Risk When the General Counsel Role Goes Unfilled
In the intricate tapestry of corporate governance, the General Counsel (GC) is often the unsung hero, quietly weaving threads of legal acumen, strategic insight, and risk management to address legal concerns before they rise to a public level, or strategically … [more]
Are You on the “Shortlist”? A Guide for Aspiring Lawyers
In the competitive landscape of the legal profession, career advancement often hinges on more than just skills; it also involves expertise in practice areas and knowing who can speak to those areas of expertise in your absence. Behind closed doors, … [more]
Mastering the Tech Mindset: A Guide to Harnessing Technology’s Potential
In today’s digital age, technology has become integral to our personal and professional lives. It shapes the way we work, connect, and innovate. However, it’s not just about the tools we use; it’s about how we approach them. We must … [more]
Achieving a Flow State – How’s Your Mojo?
As we move through January into mid-February, hope for spring tickles the corners of our minds. It’s a time of reflection with heavy doses of possibilities; what rebirth or new opportunities will spring bring? In reflecting on career evolution, now … [more]
Unlocking Excellence: The Role of Legal Search Firms in Recruiting Top-Tier Talent
In the competitive realm of legal talent acquisition, identifying and securing top-performing lawyers can be a strategic game-changer for senior legal leaders. With bonus season completed or close to completion, there are candidates now assessing career options who possess the … [more]
Navigating a Chaotic Circus of Job Offers: Juggling Conflicting Timelines like a Pro
In the world of legal professionals, the opportunity to receive multiple offers is a testament to your competencies, expertise, and body of work. However, managing competing offers of employment can be daunting, especially when they come with conflicting timelines for … [more]
Unveiling the Power and Perks of Stay Interviews in the Legal Profession
The legal profession, with its unique demands and dynamics, stands at the crossroads of tradition and innovation. In this dynamic landscape, nurturing and retaining legal talent has never been more crucial. Enter the unsung hero of legal talent management – … [more]
