Smaller regional firms and boutiques are becoming an attractive option for associates seeking better job security, a wider range of practice areas, and a more sustainable work-life balance in the current market.
The 2022 ALM survey reveals alarming statistics on the mental health of lawyers, with 75% admitting that the profession negatively affects their mental health and almost a quarter having contemplated suicide.
Legal and operational leaders are gathering May 6–7 in Fort Lauderdale to confront the questions the industry hasn't answered—with a keynote from Amanda Knox setting the tone.
Tips and tricks on how to write a cover letter that may help in your job search.
If you’re an associate entering the lateral market, there's good news and bad news.
With the emergence of remote work, in-house attorneys now have more options and are better positioned to leverage their experience, defining success on their own terms without the need for a portable 'book' of business.
As the 2023 partner lateral market comes into focus, we can report that opportunities at Am Law firms in secondary markets remain plentiful.
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Year three of an administration is actually a great time to launch a lateral move to private practice.
If there’s one thing I can guarantee, it’s that your interviewer will ask at some point: ‘Do you have any questions for me?’ This article will help ensure you don’t meet that invitation with an awkward silence.
As law firms confront an influx of major antitrust matters, some of which will arise on short notice, flexible staffing is playing an important role in serving clients efficiently and effectively.
Certain practices and industry sectors have featured continued demand for mid- through senior-level associates, counsel, and partner-level attorneys.
Takeaways from a Legalweek panel on evolving malpractice risks.
We take a look at the pay packages of the top 100 highest-paid General Counsels, in comparison to partners of top Biglaw firms (as measured by profits per equity partner).
Most announcements have essentially matched the market rate, as is typical, but the most notable differences have been in how quickly firms have made their announcements.
Ideally, you will sail through the conflicts check. But if you hit a snag, having a credible recruiter on your side can be critical to bringing the process to a successful conclusion.
Our hosts cover all the happenings in the ever-changing legal industry.
Although secondary market expansion may have been the defining story of 2022, we expect this trend to continue in 2023. The window remains open to partners making a lateral move to a secondary city.