In this very competitive legal marketplace where law firms increasingly are run like businesses, lawyers need to have a plan. When experienced attorneys wish to find new employment opportunities in private practice, one of the first things a prospective employer inquires about is that attorney’s client base. How much business will move with that lawyer?…
Beyond good pay, interesting work, and reasonable hours, what does it take to keep associates happy? According to the National Association for Law Placement (NALP), approximately 43% of associates will change jobs within their first three years of practice. Many of those who leave are looking for a place where they believe they can make…
Counter offers often are made by employers so that you will leave the firm on your current employer’s terms, not yours. Counter offers only come into play when you have threatened to leave or given notice of your termination. Employers do not like to be “fired” (no one likes rejection), so a counter offer can…
So, you’ve just accepted the job offer of your dreams. What now? How best to make the transition from your current employment to your new venture? Our bottom line advice: DON’T BURN ANY BRIDGES! First of all, if you have an employment contract or partnership agreement, refresh your recollection regarding notice requirements (e.g., how long,…
