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- How To Use Your Time When Searching For Permanent Legal Employment - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Kristen Stanek KlawitterIt’s always considered the best option to look for a new job when you already have a job – but what should you do if you’re unemployed at the time that you’re looking for something new? What are your options? Your first priority, of course, should be to make sure that you’re able to pay the ...
Views: 543 - How to Avoid Legal Job Search Frustration - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Kristen Stanek KlawitterIf you’re one of the thousands of Americans searching for a job right now, then you definitely understand the meaning of the word frustration. Looking for a job is no easy task, but with the right outlook and some helpful tips, the process can be made less difficult. First and foremost, it ...
Views: 528 - 11 Mistakes To Avoid When Interviewing For A Legal Job - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Kristen Stanek KlawitterWe’ve all been through it- flubbed a term in an interview, sent the wrong cover letter to the wrong person, accidentally asked the person interviewing you if she was pregnant (she isn’t) … It happens. You can’t prevent every mistake when searching for a job, but you can prepare yourself as much ...
Views: 604 - What Your Resume Should Include When Looking For A Job In the Legal Industry - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Kristen Stanek KlawitterPerhaps you’ve been looking for a job for some time, or are soon going to be entering the world of the employment seeker. These days, with job opportunities more scarce than ever, it’s critical that your resume be the best it can be, so that it doesn’t automatically wind up in the recruiter’s ...
Views: 568 - Why You Shouldn’t Stop Looking For Legal Jobs During The Holiday - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Kristen Stanek KlawitterThe holidays are such a busy time, that many job searchers think it’s not a good time to find a job. Don’t make the mistake of putting your job search on hold during this time of the year. Many firms start their Q1 Recruiting around this time of the year. The beginning of the new year is ...
Views: 531 - Job Hunting In The Internet Era - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Kristen Stanek KlawitterWe’ve all heard about how the internet has revolutionized job hunting, to the extent that one can sit at home at the computer and never step foot outside, yet still find a lucrative job. Conversely, there are those who claim that no one ever finds a job through the internet, and that networking ...
Views: 583 - What New Law School Graduates Can Expect In Their Legal Job Search - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Kristen Stanek KlawitterIt is every student’s dream to land on a job closely related to what he has studied. For the case of law school graduates, they would likely want to land a job at a top law firm. But are there jobs for them? What is the legal job situation that awaits them? How can law school graduates land a ...
Views: 521 - Job Search for the Currently Employed - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Kristen Stanek KlawitterIf you’ve not really thought about it before, it’s worth a reminder: the best time to look for a legal job is when you already have one. Why is this so? It’s human nature: when an employer sees you don’t have a job, they reflexively ask themselves, if only sub-consciously, “what’s wrong ...
Views: 585 - Active v. Passive Job Search - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Kristen Stanek KlawitterBefore the days of the Internet, the only way to find a new job was to look for one. Nowadays, with the emergence of on-line recruiting tools, there is another way: you can get the job to find you. What do we mean? It’s best illustrated by referencing two different job search methodologies: ...
Views: 695 - The Art Of The Informational Interview - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Kristen Stanek KlawitterThe typical person heading into a job interview at a law firm has done his or her homework. Generally this involves finding out whatever details and background information are available about the company and its principles, while also learning about the specific position being offered. Yet ...
Views: 498 - What To Look For When Seeking Out A Legal Recruiter- Part 3 - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Kristen Stanek KlawitterOnce you’ve identified a Search Consultant you want to work with, it is important to verify in advance how the recruiter plans to represent you and protect your confidentiality. You should retain control over the appearance of your legal resume and how it is distributed at all times. Even if you ...
Views: 459 - What To Look For When Seeking Out A Legal Recruiter – Part 2 - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Kristen Stanek KlawitterAnyone with a telephone, an e-mail address and a Web connection can on a whim hang out a legal recruiter shingle and start dialing for dollars. There is no regulation, licensing or other qualification, and as a matter of practice some established search firms will provide a desks and a phone, ...
Views: 503 - What To Look For When Seeking Out A Legal Recruiter - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Kristen Stanek KlawitterI have been in the search and staffing business for over 30 years. I founded Lawmatch in 1996, and prior to that I was a principal in three successive recruiting firms serving the legal marketplace. I have seen it all (as you might imagine, there are some outrageous stories to be told), and it ...
Views: 463 - How To Use Your Time When Searching For Permanent Legal Employment - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Kristen Stanek KlawitterIt’s always considered the best option to look for a new job when you already have a job – but what should you do if you’re unemployed at the time that you’re looking for something new? What are your options? Your first priority, of course, should be to make sure that you’re able to pay the ...
Views: 441 - Using The Power Of LinkedIn In Your Attorney Job Search - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Kristen Stanek KlawitterMost savvy legal professionals realize the importance of using all the job networking sites at their disposal in their search for attorney jobs. One of the most popular sites is LinkedIn, which allows users to build a network of connections that can be hundreds or even thousands of people deep. ...
Views: 499 - Making Social Networking Resources Work For You In Your Legal Job Hunt - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Kristen Stanek KlawitterMost of those looking for a legal job are aware of the power of using the site LinkedIn for this purpose. This particular networking site is geared towards business, rather than a site like Facebook which boasts a more social profile. But is it possible for a job seeker to use Facebook in any ...
Views: 464 - THINKING OF GOING SOLO? The pros and cons of opening up a private practice in the legal profession - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Kristen Stanek KlawitterThose who have just graduated with a law degree have many different options available to them, ranging from going to work for a large law firm, to working in the legal department of a corporation, to setting out one’s own shingle. While setting up one’s own practice may seem like an appealing ...
Views: 575 - Entry Level Jobs For Lawyers- Why They’re Dwindling - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Kristen Stanek KlawitterAlthough we’re in no position to prove it statistically, our anecdotal impression confirms what hartlaw observes, namely there seem to be fewer entry level jobs for lawyers listed – at least relative to the years prior to 2008. Starting with the financial meltdown that year, the legal ...
Views: 567 - Resume Advice For Recent Law School Graduates - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Kristen Stanek KlawitterIf you’re a recent law graduate and have had the benefit of focused advice and counselling from your law school’s career services office, you are probably well-versed in the following basic resume preparation guidelines. If you’ve not received resume counselling recently, you may find very ...
Views: 560 - Why Attorneys Should Consider Short Term or Contract Legal Jobs - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2011 from Kristen Stanek KlawitterThe market is tough and you’ve likely spent a lot to fund your legal education. You have loans to pay off (not to mention regular bills to pay) and in these market conditions finding a job that meets your needs and your salary requirements can take some time. Some attorneys may be reluctant to ...
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