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We human beings tend to have rather short memories. The credit crunch of 2008 already seems like an historical event, but the impact of that period resonates in every sector and business in some form or another. In legal recruitment the impact has been on the availability (or lack) of some types of candidates and now our clients, private practice and in-house alike, are struggling to fill voids in their teams. Read more »

Securing a good lateral position is never easy, but options may be even more limited in today’s tougher market. Following on from our article of last year, we provide some further tips, guidance and timely reminders as to how partners can achieve the right career move. Read more »

Performance based pay in UK law firms is on the rise, with partner remuneration increasingly subject to appraisal systems of varying complexity. While many welcome the shift to a more meritocratic model, in which better performers get their due rewards, others are more suspicious. Read more »

In the last of our series on successful interviewing, we want to explore a few useful tips for the ‘remote’ interview. Read more »

An ALM Legal Intelligence report published late in 2012 found law firms in a bullish mood over lateral hiring in the years ahead. According to its survey of 79 US law firms, 96% plan to make lateral hires in the next two years, while 75% expect to be continuing to hire laterals in the next five years... Read more »

As a lawyer looking to move in-house from private practice, you will face a new set of challenges that will require you to adapt and develop your skill sets accordingly... Read more »

Congratulations on making it this far! By this stage you have successfully marketed yourself on paper and have proven yourself in person to be engaging, intelligent and ambitious. Receiving an offer is your due reward. However, don’t get too excited. There are still a few final hoops to jump through before you can crack open the champagne. Read more »

Welcome to 2013, another year of accelerating change in the legal profession. In a fast changing and increasingly competitive legal market, why do you need to look at how you market yourself in your career? And how can you ensure that you stand out from the crowd? Read more »

Recruiters have a number of key functions: we can map available opportunities for you; we can advise you as to best strategy in writing your CV; and assist you with your business plan. But we cannot make our clients do things they simply are not willing to do. We cannot make the market, but you can prepare yourself in ways which will help influence your market. Read more »

The advantages of having an in-house lawyer, as opposed to relying entirely on external counsel, are manifold. Read more »