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How to stay ahead during the downturn

Most lawyers have a practice area they are considered specialised in, but asking for varied work can boost employment,...

14 October 2009

By Lawyers Weekly

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Getting the interview: making your CV work for you

Q: I'm good at what I do, but can't seem to get past the CV submission stage. What can I do?A: While it's easy to list...

14 October 2009

By Lawyers Weekly

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How to get to the top: the partnership route

Appointment to the partnership includes the skills to foster great client relationships and create profit, but relying...

07 October 2009

By Lawyers Weekly

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What are the alternatives to partnership?

Frequently senior practitioners realise that they won't or don't want to progress to partner and will ask themselves...

07 October 2009

By Lawyers Weekly

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Professional social networking: LinkedIn

Australian lawyers may be cautious when it comes to Facebook and Twitter, but joining a professional social networking...

28 September 2009

By Lawyers Weekly

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Should I take a job with more money but less benefits or a job with less money but more benefits?

Your own priorities will dictate what is most important to you. Ultimately our advice would be to consider all elements...

28 September 2009

By Lawyers Weekly

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Finding the right fit: generalist v specialist

When it comes to a lawyer's practice, there are advantages and disadvantages to being either a generalist or a...

23 September 2009

By Lawyers Weekly

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I am a private practitioner but want to move into an in-house role. What can I do to better my po

There are a number of things you can do. Firstly, exposure to a mix of commercial work is invaluable. The type of work...

23 September 2009

By Lawyers Weekly

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Deciding when to practise

Q Do I have decide now whether I want to practise?A The simple answer is no. While at university you should relish the...

22 September 2009

By Lawyers Weekly

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Returning to law after working in a different field

Q If I decided not to practice and take a different job can I return to the law?A There is no reason you cannot return...

22 September 2009

By Lawyers Weekly