As law firms attempt to raise profitability, there is increased pressure on lawyers to bill a tremendous number of hours. While most large firms state a target billable hours requirement for associates on the partnership track of 2000, the reality is much higher. But not all hours are created equal. To get the most out of the…
The answer to the question, “What shall I wear to work today?” used to be a no-brainer for most lawyers. The male attorney simply had to decide which of his dark suits, dress shirts, and ties he felt like wearing. For the female attorney, it was a skirt or pantsuit, blouse, stockings and pumps. But,…
The conventional wisdom calling for two weeks’ notice before leaving a job does not always hold true for attorneys. If you are a law firm partner, you may have signed an agreement calling for much longer notice; conversely, you may be ushered out the door immediately. For all attorneys from associate to partner, client interests…
A writing sample can make or break your chances of getting an offer. A candidate otherwise doing well in the interviewing process can be shot down by a poor writing sample; conversely, an excellent sample submitted by a candidate “on the fence” can tip the balance in favor of an offer. Writing samples most often…
