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The skills in-house counsel need are changing. What once sufficed in private practice is no longer enough in the in-house world as rapid change, increased business demands, distributed workforces, global regulatory pressures and the pandemic combine to present new and unique challenges. Fortunately the team at ZyLab has put together a piece with their thoughts … Read more
Lawyers can reduce stress if they have the tools to do so and are committed to improving their well-being. Fortunately, Sterling Miller has released another installment in his Ten Things series that can help guide your path to reduced stress and improved physical and mental health. Managing stress and preventing it from taking over are … Read more
Make career gains by losing things that are impeding your progress or draining your energy. Sometimes you need to lose to win, and there is no better time to start than after a year long hermetic existence. There is no better time to make up for lost time than now, and while many will take … Read more
A handbook for in-house lawyers? For many this could be just what they need to up their in-house game. While written by David Sclar from his perspective as an in-house lawyer focusing on technology issues, the book may be just as useful for a broader in-house audience as many of the tips and suggestions apply … Read more
Your remote dream job may be closer than you think, as more and more companies have learned to operate in a virtual environment. There are no bright sides to the pandemic, especially the hardships endured due to prolonged “shelter in place” orders and numerous lockdowns. In some cases, out of adversity comes opportunity, and the … Read more
Your in-house career may have taken a hit or an unexpected turn during the pandemic, but there are reasons to look ahead and keep up on trends that may impact your personal and career trajectories. In-house counsel job openings are surging, as companies are starting to see light at the end of the tunnel at … Read more
The legal function is oft-derided, and for many good reasons that have stood the test of time. But with the advent of digital transformation, which is affecting all industries, legal services are being reverse-engineered by customers to best suit their needs. Whether a lawyer is an in-house counsel, one working for a non-profit, or one … Read more
Job seekers can stand out – even in times such as this. And those who do will find themselves best positioned for a new gig as vaccine distribution commences and the world becomes to pivot to the New Normal. The legal job market has been gaining steam over the last few months as companies grapple … Read more
Judy Allen, a partner in MLA Global’s Northern California offices, shares her thoughts on how and why in-house counsel should create a career map to guide them in the years ahead: “The daily life of an in-house lawyer is all-consuming and finding time to thoughtfully and strategically consider your next career move can be daunting. … Read more
A good recruiter can make or break your search for an in-house counsel job. But how do you know if you are working with one? Dushka Zapata gives some of the signs you should look for to see if you are working with a good or bad recruiter. Looking for a (new) legal recruiter? Visit … Read more