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My next move

Having interviewed many successful lawyers working in diverse areas, I have noticed that they all have one thing in...

02 March 2012

By Lisa Gazis, managing director, Mahlab Recruitment (NSW)

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My next move: Will undertaking flexible work practices impact my career in the legal industry?

There has been a definite increase in non-standard work practices in recent years, such as part-time work and...

24 February 2012

By Daniel Stirling, general manager, Dolman

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My next move: What should I do if my firm has offered me more money to stay?

How flattering. They want you to stay and they are willing to pay! While the offer of extra money is enticing, you need...

17 February 2012

By Jacinta Fish, managing director, Jacinta Fish Legal

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My Next Move: I want to gain experience in Asia, so what do I need to do to secure a job there?

A move to Asia can be challenging, financially rewarding, and expose you to one of the most diverse legal markets in...

10 February 2012

By Paul Burgess, director, Burgess Paluch Legal Recruitment

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My Next Move: What are the realities of leaving my law firm to go in-house?

After a succession of 12-hour days in the office, competing with timesheets and drafting yet another 100-page contract,...

03 February 2012

By David Buckley, partner, Taylor Root

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My Next Move: I want a fresh start in 2012. Is now a good time to look for a new job?

Yes, absolutely! Now is an ideal time to search for a new job as firms have been looking at their headcount for the...

03 February 2012

By Jenny Bermheden, manager, private practice, JLegal

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My next move: changing areas

Q: I am working in one practice area. However, I really want to work in another. Is it possible to change?A: Often when...

16 December 2011

By Lawyers Weekly

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The road to partnership

While it takes an average of seven years to make partner, some lawyers can fast-track themselves to partnership in half...

02 December 2011

By Lawyers Weekly

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Career progression still top priority

Despite workplace pressures and slow growth in salaries, greater opportunity for advancement is still the number one...

25 November 2011

By Lawyers Weekly

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Flexibility needed in workforce planning

Amid the current global uncertainty, law firms need to be flexible when it comes to workforce planning.According to...

17 November 2011

By Lawyers Weekly