alt.legal — New Year, New You
If you're thinking about switching jobs or even leaving the legal profession entirely, here are some helpful resources.
Will Firm Culture Supersede Prestige?
What role should firm culture play in your lateral move?
Why Better Billing Statements Can Improve Your Firm’s Finances—And Your Client Relationships
Outdated billing is costing law firms money. Discover how clear, modern billing practices boost profits, trust, and cash flow in 2025.
From The Career Files: Working With A Recruiter — How To Get Big Time Results As A Small Time Attorney
If your legal experience has been limited to smaller law firms, there are still recruiters out there who will work with you.
From The Career Files: Your Second Job Out Of Law School
Joshua Stein provides practical suggestions for lawyers looking to go solo or move on to another law firm.
Play To Your Strengths…
Transitioning out of a firm requires focuses on your best assets.
Homegrown or Not: Law Student Recruiting v. Lateral Hiring
What are the advantages and disadvantages of traditional summer associate programs versus lateral hiring?
Successful Lawyer Exhorts New Lawyers To Be More Successful
Telling unemployed lawyers to "stop complaining" isn't necessarily the most helpful advice...