Summer Eberhard’s Post

Summer hiring slowdown? Nope. While the overall volume of attorney hiring in Florida might be down, I have not seen a slowdown as we enter the summer. What I do see is a slowdown in attorneys considering a lateral move. Many attorneys wait until the fall/winter to consider making a move because it's been programmed into their minds to wait for their year-end bonus before making a move. But when the majority zigs, you need to zag. In the summer, you will have less competition and many firms will match year-end bonuses. If there might be a better opportunity for you, are you really going to let the time of year dictate your happiness? You need to take control of your career, now. 𝗕𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗻ᵀᴹ ---------------------------------- For insights into the legal industry, Florida legal market, and mindset, click the 🔔 or follow me at Brian M. Moskowitz #BeUncommon #LegalRecruiter #FloridaLegalRecruiter

The decision to make a lateral move can be both exciting and daunting. The California legal market offers numerous opportunities for attorneys looking to advance their careers. Here are some trends I've observed that could influence your next career move: ✨ A Market Rich with Opportunity ✨ If you're an associate, California's legal market is bustling with possibilities. The demand for skilled associates remains strong, with top-tier firms continuously seeking fresh talent to bolster their teams. Despite a peak in associate hiring during 2022, the momentum hasn't slowed, indicating a sustained need for new perspectives and expertise. This could be the perfect time to make a strategic move to a firm that aligns more closely with your career goals and values. I am here to help you navigate this dynamic landscape and achieve your career goals. Let's discuss how I can support your next move. Email me at alicia@vineattorneysearch.com #LegalCareers #CaliforniaLaw #LegalRecruiting #VineAttorneySearch #CareerGrowth

Landing an in-house counsel role isn’t easy. And I don’t have any unique approaches. But the following 4 tactics helped me: 1. Curate. Applying online is way too easy. Search in-house counsel jobs on LI and click 2 or 3 times. Application submitted. Unfortunately, this convenience makes it easy for everyone. The increased applicant pool means your package will need to be tailored to the applicable position. I built a word document with job-specific criteria that I would use before making my submissions. 2. Diligence. If you’re looking for a job, expect to put in the time. Even if you have the credentials –top law school, big law, in-house experience, etc. – landing a coveted, in-house role takes time. Be persistent in your pursuit. 3. Network. If you want to work for company X, then network with people in that company. Reach out and engage with content. This will not land you the job, but it may help put you in front of the hiring manager when a position opens. 4. Develop. In-house attorneys must be nimble and have a base understanding of myriad areas of law. If you are at a firm, then you will need to build this arsenal of knowledge. Contracts, data privacy, compliance, and litigation are all musts in the in-house world. #generalcounsel #attorney #inhousecounsel

Law firm associates beware! If you’re not getting the opportunities to develop the essential skill set you need to position yourself for partnership, look for the reason. It could merely be a function of a downturn in the economy and the dearth of sophisticated work. But if it seems that other select associates are getting the plum assignments, not you, that may be a sign that they’re being groomed for promotion and you’re not on track. If you suspect that’s the case, you need to be proactive. Talk to your mentor or practice group leader to see if there’s anything you can do to garner those opportunities in the future. If such opportunities aren’t forthcoming, you may need to consider your alternatives. You may need to move to a different, busier, practice group, decide that a counsel or permanent associate position also are acceptable career goals, or make a move to another firm or an alternative career—public service, government, academia, or outside law practice altogether. Wake up and look around! You don’t want to be taken by surprise by a negative partnership decision. Have you taken an honest look at your partnership prospects? #lawyers #successtips #legaljobs #lawjobs #legalrecruiting For more insights into job search strategies, the legal industry, and the California legal job market, follow SeltzerFontaine LLC, and connect with me and ring the 🔔 at Valerie Fontaine.

Law firm associates beware! If you’re not getting the opportunities to develop the essential skill set you need to position yourself for partnership, look for the reason. It could merely be a function of a downturn in the economy and the dearth of sophisticated work. But if it seems that other select associates are getting the plum assignments, not you, that may be a sign that they’re being groomed for promotion and you’re not on track. If you suspect that’s the case, you need to be proactive. Talk to your mentor or practice group leader to see if there’s anything you can do to garner those opportunities in the future. If such opportunities aren’t forthcoming, you may need to consider your alternatives. You may need to move to a different, busier, practice group, decide that a counsel or permanent associate position also are acceptable career goals, or make a move to another firm or an alternative career—public service, government, academia, or outside law practice altogether. Wake up and look around! You don’t want to be taken by surprise by a negative partnership decision. Have you taken an honest look at your partnership prospects? #lawyers #successtips #legaljobs #lawjobs #legalrecruiting For more insights into job search strategies, the legal industry, and the California legal job market, follow SeltzerFontaine LLC, and connect with me and ring the 🔔 at Valerie Fontaine.

If you're a BigLaw associate thinking about a move, you may also be thinking about WHERE you want to move - Boston? NYC? DC? West Coast? I'm opening up more FREE career advising appointments to discuss (including evening time slots!) Let's talk about your career and where you want to take it. https://lnkd.in/eF9uAeB #biglaw #legalrecruiting #legalcareers #careeradvising

Who you hire is a major decision. For Jeff, hiring staff is about creating a team. Listen as he and Breanne from @bellevillesens talk about staffing Jeffrey Murray Law. #legalclerks #estatelaw #corporatelaw

Chere Estrin sat with Julien Emery to discuss the current state of the labor market in the legal industry and how law firms can often be their own worst enemies in the hiring process. With her extensive experience, Chere shares invaluable insights and simple strategies for significantly increasing your chances of hiring top talent. 🎧 Don't miss out on this essential conversation for legal professionals! 👉 Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/d-pRxSmw #LegalIndustry #LegalStaffing #Hiring #LawFirm #LegalHiring #CareerAdvice #LegalTalent #LawJobs

"Under new Colorado law – effective January 1, 2024 – THIS COMPANY will no longer accept applications until a position is filled. All open positions will now have a clear and firm application deadline." I received this message this morning. When I work in a position that hires for open positions, I make it a point to fill all open positions. Why are some places content with leaving open positions unfilled? I am glad to see this new law in Colorado. If your company has an open position, fill it! #openpositions #applicationdeadline

Soooo many of the lawyers I work with want to make a move to in-house counsel. And for most, their reasoning is that they’re tired of the law firm bullshit. 👀 They also report being pretty clueless (and understandably nervous) when trying to figure out how to land a job when they haven’t yet worked in-house—especially since most in-house counsel job descriptions require or prefer some level of in-house experience. Great news! Most companies don’t hire lawyers straight out of law school. Which means the majority of in-house counsel didn’t have in-house experience when they first made their move! So regardless of the type of legal experience you’ve gained during your career, you can implement several strategies to successfully land in-house. In the video clip below, I talk about the ever-popular strategy of NETWORKING 😅 If you think you’re “bad at networking” or too much of an introvert--or an anxious extrovert who’s prone to flop sweat 👋 --this one’s for you. On a semi-related note, why do you think so many lawyers want to work as in-house counsel? #lawyers #inhouse #legalcareer #jobsearch