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Small Law Firms, Solo Practitioners
Why Not Start Your Own Law Firm?
Our newest columnist covering the world of small law firms, Carolyn Elefant, poses this question: Is the horror or shame of starting a law firm worse than being unemployed or junking your JD?
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Books, Small Law Firms, Solo Practitioners
Size Matters: Carolyn Elefant Teaches Us How to Go Solo
Valerie Katz would bet that at least half of you resolved to find a new job in 2012. And, for many, that new job means going out on your own. As with most New Year’s resolutions, however, such a measure may seem overwhelming. Lucky for you, Carolyn Elefant has updated her book, Solo by Choice, and it provides a thorough road map for lawyers looking to make the leap to solo practice….
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“I’ve landed a job as an associate at a top law firm, but why am I paying 7% on my student loans?”
I became a lawyer without really understanding that the job cuts time off of your life. My work hours are long, I can’t see my family or friends, and I am constantly at the mercy of the partner or the client. On top of everything, at one point, I was paying 7% on my law school loans. […]
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Lessons Learned from the Top eDiscovery Cases and Trends from 2014
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KINNEY’S TOP DOGS IN HONG KONG OVER THE NEXT 10 DAYS
For about the 40th time in the last five years, Kinney Recruiting’s got a team flying to Hong Kong for visits with clients and candidates. Please feel free to reach out to Evan and Robert at asia@kinneyrecruiting.com and set up a meeting with them if you would like to discuss your career and the market.
