The legal industry has long been known for its high stress levels and long hours. As a result, many lawyers are looking to switch careers, seeking greater work-life balance and new challenges. Here are the top four careers lawyers are switching to. Mediator One of the most popular careers for lawyers looking to switch is [...]
Deciding on a career path is not something most people do haphazardly. They consider many factors, such as the cost of tertiary education, the time involved in honing one’s skills and craft, and the passion behind making such a choice – in other words, the reason why. After figuring out the why, the how comes [...]
As technology continues to advance and society changes, there will be new legal issues that arise, and as such, there will be new types of jobs for lawyers. Here are some potential futuristic jobs for lawyers: Virtual Reality (VR) Lawyer - With the rise of virtual reality technology, there will likely be a need for [...]
Rejection is a part of life, and it can come in various forms. One of the most significant forms of rejection is being turned down for a job opportunity. The feeling of not being good enough or not meeting the expectations of a potential employer can be devastating. However, it's important to remember that rejection [...]
Small law firms face unique challenges when it comes to budgeting. With limited resources and a need to stay competitive in a crowded market, it can be difficult to balance financial planning with the day-to-day demands of running a practice. However, by following a few basic principles, small law firms can create a budget that [...]
A paralegal plays a critical role in the success of a law firm. They are responsible for performing legal research, drafting legal documents, managing cases, and supporting attorneys in various legal matters. The sudden departure of a paralegal can be a significant blow to a law firm, especially if the paralegal was highly skilled and [...]
Becoming a partner at a law firm has its own challenges. As an associate, you’ve already discerned that it will take more than hard work, determination, and an encyclopedic knowledge of the common and civil law. So what else is required? Learn how you can leverage your unique legal background to create a career development [...]
There has been a plethora of celebrity divorces plastered in the media in recent times. We, the general public, have watched many a celebrity couple fall in love, have an extravagant wedding ceremony only to file for divorce a short time later. Often the impending divorce proceedings play out in the media and we are [...]
Freelance work isn’t new but it has evolved and grown over the past several years. Pair that with the revolution of remote work and it’s never been a better time to consider freelancing to make extra money or even as your main source of income. When it comes to legal freelancing, there are a few [...]
Most law firms stress the importance of building specialized legal teams with technical expertise in niche practice areas. The reason for this is that clients are confronting increasingly sophisticated technical, regulatory, environmental, and economic demands as they expand their companies globally. Today's companies require legal professionals with focused expertise in areas such as cybersecurity, intellectual property, [...]
