Record-High Demand For Environmental Attorneys
Growing recognition of a business imperative for ESG has sharply increased demand for environmental attorneys.
Business Planning for Senior Associates: Laying The Groundwork For Revenue Generation
If you’re a mid-level or senior associate with aspirations to remain in private practice long term, you already know that business development will be a factor in your ability to advance in the profession.
Opus 2 Steps Up Its AI Game With Acquisition Of A Legal Tech Startup
With the addition of Uncover’s technology, the litigation software is delivering rapid innovation.
The Great (Law Firm) Resignation: Why You Shouldn’t Take A Counter-Offer (Part II)
What should you do if your employer responds to your resignation announcement with a seemingly attractive offer to stay at your current firm?
The Great (Law Firm) Resignation: How To Resign (Part I)
How to prepare for and execute a smooth resignation, while managing the emotions accompanying this process.
Beginning The Biglaw Lateral Process: A Guide For Associates
The current Biglaw lateral market is overwhelming. Consider these factors, and a quality recruiter will view each as an opportunity to maximize the likelihood of attractive offers.
Want To Be A Legal Recruiter? Lateral Link Is Hiring!
Maybe you’ve spoken with a Lateral Link recruiter as a potential candidate for lateral roles. But have you considered becoming a Lateral Link recruiter yourself?
Keeping Law School Accessible When Federal Loans Fall Short
As federal borrowing caps tighten financing options for law students, one organization is stepping in to negotiate the terms they can't secure alone.
Movers, Shakers & Rainmakers: A New Legal Industry Podcast
Are you a lawyer? Someone who hires lawyers? Do you care about the latest trends in Biglaw? Lateral Link has a new podcast for you.
Don’t Let Rumors Guide Your Lateral Job Search
As you surely know by now, the lateral market has been exceptionally hot in 2021. But one side effect of the rapidly shifting market has been a cascade of misleading rumors.
Think Fall Is A Bad Time To Make A Lateral Move? Think Again.
Read on to hear why — contrary to popular belief — fall is a great time to lateral.
Should I Stay Or Should I Go?
You’ve obviously achieved a lot in your career already. You’ve honed your legal skills and become a trusted advisor to your clients. You’ve generated business for your firm, mentored associates, and contributed to the broader legal community. But are you happy?
Legal Is Changing. And NeoSummit Is Where The Future Is Being Built.
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.
Why You Should Build A Relationship With A Recruiter Now
If in the future you find yourself ready to lateral, you will be well advised to consult a skilled and trustworthy recruiter. Do you know who you’ll call?
Parents In Law Firms: Taking Stock Of Pandemic Burdens And Retention Risks
Being a parent in Biglaw has always had its challenges, but we saw these challenges rise to new heights during the pandemic, especially for women.
Biglaw Associate Salaries And Cost Of Living: An Imperfect Correlation
With Biglaw offices reopening and office attendance soon to be expected at most firms (at least for part of the week), many associates are contemplating their post-pandemic Biglaw futures and considering their options.
A Changing London Landscape for U.S. JDs
Why the shift, and what role did Brexit play?
Looking For A Better Way To Recruit Legal Talent? Just Hire An Esquire
Hire An Esquire created a simple, yet highly sophisticated SaaS platform that’s revolutionizing the world of legal hiring.