Sometimes, no matter what you do, something goes wrong on the day of an interview. Maybe you woke up with a splitting headache or you can’t …
Network has the word ‘work’ in it, so naturally you would associate networking with the actuals of work. There are times when you’ll find this withholds you …
I was recently at lunch with one of the leading specialist litigation partners in Canada. While this partner continued to maintain a general litigation practice, she was …
We have observed respected managing partners and general counsels who not only have strong legal minds, but can also effectively command a courtroom or boardroom. For a …
Part 1: Why practise abroad? When it comes to career progression, international experience can be a great selling point on a resume and put you a …
After an interview, the first question I usually ask candidates is: ‘How did it go?’ Ultimately, I want to hear that it went well, that you enjoyed …
What do you generally ask your employer in relation to pay? When I’m meeting with candidates, a question that I always ask is, “Do you have an …
Below are some further thoughts about legal job searching on LinkedIn. Read Part 1- Using LinkedIn to Optimize Your Legal Job Search (Part 1) Q: I’m actively …
I recently sat on a recruiter’s panel talking with candidates here in Calgary. Some candidates were new to the job market and others had been searching for …
Reasons for seeking a new opportunity There’s a vast number of reasons for seeking a new role: firm culture, lack of advancement opportunities, management style, firm …
One of the most common questions I get from our clients is “what’s the secret to a great hire in a hot market?” In a hypercompetitive market …
International Women’s Day 2019 campaign theme is #BalanceforBetter, which promotes gender balance in boardrooms, government, media coverage, wealth, and the list goes on. Gender balance is not …
Do you remember the feeling you got in the pit of your stomach when it came time for your teacher to hand out report cards? It didn’t …
In part one of our two-part series, we discussed the importance of emotional culture. In part two, we explore methods to improve emotional culture in the workplace …
Culture is the invisible force that shapes your firm’s success and helps you retain star performers that give your organization a competitive edge in the market. …
Looking for a new position can be a full-time job, from networking and researching job postings to writing resumes and cover letters to interviewing and following up …
There is a notion that law school does not prepare you for the actualities of legal practice. The disconnect is discovered once you are submerged in the …
At the end of each year, or the beginning of a new year, I always recommend that lawyers take stock of their careers and position themselves for …
In the last of our “Best of 2018” blog post series, we’ve compiled our top posts focused on helping you navigate your legal career. Written by our …
Succession planning isn’t a simple process, but it is one that is crucial to ensure the future of your law firm’s organizational success. As a legal recruitment …
Help set your law firm or legal department up for hiring success in 2019 by digging into our best legal talent management posts, including the most common …
When we think of our own wellbeing, we often think of physical wellness. However, we also need to consider social and relational aspects in order to get …
What were the biggest trends in the Canadian legal recruitment industry for 2018? If you’ve followed our blog over the last year, it will come as no …
From interview tips to compensation predictions, and everything in between, our team has written a lot of blog posts over the last twelve months. As we approach …
We spend a lot of time at work. In fact, the average full-time lawyer works about 50 hours per week (according to Clio’s 2018 Legal Trends Report). …
In 2018, we saw technology and globalization continue to drive the world’s economy forward, Apple and Amazon raced to the $1 trillion market cap (Apple won), and …
There are many reasons why someone may decide to take a break from their legal career. But no matter the reason, knowing how to address these empty …
“I am very impressed with the quality of candidates you found on such short notice” is a compliment we often receive from our clients. Before a search …
As a legal recruitment consultant, who works remotely, the conversation of work-life balance is one that often comes up when speaking with candidates. Millennials now make up …
There are many factors one should consider when choosing a legal career path after law school. Here are our top tips for navigating the legal landscape as …
