by Tig Pocock, Guest Contributor While technical skill is important in selecting an external lawyer, in most cases there will be a number who can do the work. So how to stand out? 1. Understand my business and goals This is the most important. It’s all very well to be able to recite the law, … Read more
In-House Counsel Need To Carry A Quota And Sell
In-house counsel need to carry a quota and sell. If you are tied to the revenue of your company, you will learn what it takes to drive deals.
The In-House Counsel Resume – Get Traction with Your In-House Search
The in-house counsel resume is key to getting traction in your job search. Making the transition from a law firm position to an in-house counsel position is not usually a quick and easy process! There is an abundance of qualified lawyers vying for every in-house position. Further, you are competing against lawyers who already have … Read more
The Ideal In-House Candidate
To successfully make a move in-house, you must understand how the ideal in-house candidate profile differs from that for most law firms.
What You’re Forgetting To Research Before Your In-House Interview
Research before your in-house interview – of course you should! It is universally understood that you should research the company with which you are interviewing. Know the key players of the company, the origins of the company, its mission statement, and any other details that you can glean from the company’s website. Take some time … Read more
General Counsel ROI – The Value of the GC to the Company
I recently had a conversation with a CEO about the value of a General Counsel. His company has significant revenue and recently received venture capital funding. It is poised for explosive growth, including exploring international expansion and evaluating acquisition opportunities. The legal function is handled by a combination of the CFO and outside counsel. The … Read more
Mergers and Acquisitions Guide for In-House Counsel
M&A Guide for In-house Counsel.
What To Do If You Think Your Job Is In Peril
Job peril is facing lawyers in law firm and in-house environments. Don’t procrastinate, others are not. Prepare yourself!
Employers Need to Put Their Best Foot Forward Too
by Amy Goldstein of Grayson Allen, Inc. Things certainly have changed in a hurry. We went from a robust market to a pause unlike any we have ever seen. The good news is that despite current circumstances, many companies are still hiring. If your company is one that is moving forward with filling open positions, … Read more
Career Success – Positioning Yourself In the New Decade
By Lisa B. Horowitz, JD, MSOD* Attorney Talent Strategy Group, LLC As we kick off a new decade, you may be considering “where am I” and “where do I want to be” in your career next year at this time. Some of you may be looking to “up your game” while others may be considering … Read more