The ideal candidate for an in-house legal department is somewhat different than for a law firm. Although good legal skills are mandatory, a successful in-house lawyer possesses additional business and soft skills not necessarily required for advancement in private practice. Seniority In-house legal departments usually seek candidates who possess several years of solid law…
Despite the many perks of working in-house, there is one big negative: very little room at the top. Corporate law departments tend to be relatively flat organizationally and advancement depends on a number of factors mostly out of an ambitious lawyer’s control, such as the size and structure of the department, the age of its…
Searching for a new job sometimes means taking your “show” in the road for an out of town interview. Given the national and global reach of many law firms and corporations, even if you’re seeking a position locally, you may need to meet key players in the organization’s far flung offices. The interview itself is…
OK, El Nino might be an exaggeration, but a lawyer can dream. Rainmaking does not mean you have to go far outside your comfort zone; rather, you only need to be the best version of yourself. 1. Be nice to everyone you meet. You never know who is related to whom or knows someone who…
