In today’s legal landscape, making the most of every opportunity to enhance your professional standing is crucial. One powerful tool at your disposal is LinkedIn. Many think of LinkedIn as a job search tool & underestimate the impact of a well-maintained LinkedIn profile. LinkedIn is a hub of professional connections, enabling you to expand your… Read more »

By Jennifer Evans written for the Orange County Paralegal Association Compendium With the HOT job market, many are confidentially considering a career move. If that is you, here are 5 questions that I coach my candidates to consider when preparing for an interview: 1. Why are you interested in the firm and the opportunity? Hiring Managers are trained… Read more »

By Jennifer Evans written for the Orange County Paralegal Association Compendium As we close out the first quarter, I am amazed at how fast this year has started. The legal industry is moving forward at full throttle. And, if you are anything like me, your new year goals are beginning to fall to the wayside…. Read more »

Written by Jennifer Evans, Executive Legal Recruiter   Early on in my career, I was introduced to the teachings of Lou Alder; he is best known as the “Original Headhunter”. His insights on how to attract and evaluate talented professionals are valuable tools that I have incorporated into my recruiting practice.   With today’s challenges in finding quality… Read more »

Written by Guest Author, Beth Todd, Esq. If you’ve wondered whether your key players will leave after receiving their bonuses, you’re not alone. Many partners and managers have the same question running through their minds and for good reason.  Even your happiest and most loyal employees will use evaluation and ringing in the new year… Read more »

Written by Jennifer Evans, Executive Legal Recruiter, for the Legal Leadership Institute It is Monday morning; you had a great weekend and are ready to tackle the week ahead when you get a call from a partner that he wants to meet ASAP (sound familiar?).   Dreading what is to come, you load up with your… Read more »

With more and more people deciding to start a job search, which many have been putting off for a long time, it is even more important to come into the job market with the best résumé possible – You only have one chance at that first impression!

Early on in my career, I was introduced to the teachings of Lou Alder; he is best known as the “Original Headhunter”. His insights on how to attract and evaluate talented professionals are valuable tools that I have incorporated into my recruiting practice.

As we close out 2013, I am repeatedly asked – Is next year the right time for me to look for a new job? Recent forecasts predict that 2014 will …