I am trying to get into IP. I got an LLM in IP with honors. I worked at a small plaintiff’s firm for 5 years but not much IP cases (2 or 3). How do I get noticed by bigger firms who practice IP?

Staff Attorney here working in Big Law. 75% of my position is managing discovery. The remaining 25% is writing research memos and depo prep. Graduated from a low tier school in 2014 with a mediocre… more

Hello! I am American but have been living and working in the UK since college. I am a practicing attorney in the UK (financial services litigation) but would like to return home to NYC to be with my f… more

Anyone have recruiter recommendations for a 2014 grad litigation associate looking for an in-house role in Chicago? Thanks!

I am under qualified for a job that I KNOW I can do. They’ve asked for a certain number of years of experience and I don’t have it. However, I do have some experience in the exact requirements for the… more

I am extremely burnt out at my current firm. I was recently offered an interview by opposing counsel and have been passively looking at other jobs (to keep me sane). I am planning on quitting but more… more

For a writing sample: Is it better to use a motion that you won, or a motion that may reflect better writing/analysis, but that you lost? Does your answer change if the winning motion is more recent t… more

Next week I’m having my first lateral interview as a junior associate. I’m very nervous because the group with whom I’m interviewing works with life science/tech clients and the attorneys have strong … more

Recruiters, my position as senior in-house counsel at a privately held electronics manufacturing company was eliminated recently due to COVID. Looking for opportunities in the Mpls/Chicago areas. Open… more

What can I use as a writing sample if I’m applying to jobs after taking some time off and don’t have access to old work product? (Litigation) Do I need to draft a memo analyzing a hypothetical case or… more

I would appreciate any insight on management-side employment law in Dallas. I am a MLA at a large firm in LA pondering a move for financial/family reasons, but it doesn't seem like there are many … more

I am an Illinois licensed attorney looking for an associate position in Chicago, specifically in tax. If anyone knows of any opportunities please let me know.

I was fired by my firm in Oct for a combo of covid-related & other reasons, jumped right into volunteering for Biden campaign, then spent Dec/Jan dealing with family issues. Now trying to figure o… more

I interviewed for an in-house role and thought it went well. The position was removed from the company website and from LinkedIn a week later. Got a call from the recruiter saying there would be a … more

Recruiters- I’m a first year associate. I’ve been at my firm since September and can already tell it’s not going to work out. Can I get another job with this little experience? What’s the best way to … more

Any legal recruiters specialize in retooling? Trying to retool to a different practice group and having a tough time.

Couldn’t be more unhappy with my job, specifically my pay and my employers. I am being paid extremely below average and am overwhelmed and disrespected daily . I would make more money doing a non-lega… more

Any former attorneys turned legal recruiters on here that would be open to providing some guidance to someone trying to make the switch?

I was laid off from my law firm in October due to COVID slow-down. Last official day was December 31, 2020, but am still on their website. How do I explain this to potential employers? I am afraid th… more

2nd year insurance defence associate wanting to transition out. Have considered doing different areas of litigation, but would ideally like to move to in-house work. How (un)likely is this to happen w… more

Are there any recruiters that can assist with relocating from the U.S. to London? I’ve been contemplating this for a long time and would like to connect with someone who is familiar with the process. … more

When a recruiter contacts you to say “your background is of interest to me” for “a role I have been contracted to fill”, have they actually been specifically contracted by the firm, and maybe should b… more

What are favorite questions an interviewee had for you post interview?

Anyone know an excellent recruiter in NYC? I’ve had quite a few recruiters reach out with (promising!) opportunities and then completely ghost me. So frustrating and unprofessional!

I'm really curious to know if recruiters are seeing any demand for experienced cannabis law attorneys.

I’m a 2015 graduate and while in law school I did a lot of entertainment work. After law school I clerked for a bit before going in-house to do corporate work (2 years) and I’ve been at a firm doing c… more

I have 35 years experience in the environmental field and would like to move to a small or midsize firm that specializes in environmental law, has an excellent reputation, and has a good working envir… more

Do any legal recruiters here *specialize* in data privacy/cyber security?

I’m working with a recruiter who has requested a writing sample. I’m applying for lateral positions in data privacy (so briefs wouldn’t be helpful). What type of sample should I use?

What does it mean when the partner after a second round interview says "we are not hiring immediately, but will keep me updated. But if you don't hear from us, not take it as a NO!"

I have worked with really amazing recruiters in the past but lately I am coming across a few below average recruiters...even from really reputable/large legal recruiting companies. Is this happening … more

More of ‘A Legal Recruiter Asks’ Will those firms who have been successful managing through the pandemic and keeping people engaged and connected increase retention (crisis reveals character), partic… more

I’m working with a recruiter trying to lateral to a smaller Midwest market and not really happy with them. They are just sending me general firms that they’ll send my resume to, not actual listings. O… more

I have an excellent resume as a corporate attorney, have great references and experience, am a likeable person but am in the process of being laid off due to COVID. What are my prospects of finding a … more

I was extended an offer over the weekend with a lateral firm. Along with the offer they provided a conflict checks form. I’m going to accept the offer, no doubt about it. But should I wait until some … more

I’m considering moving from NYC to Florida for family reasons, and I’m worried about my prospects. I’m a 7th-year associate at a mid-sized firm and most of my experience is in arbitration. As a senior… more

Any thoughts on changing fields of law? I have been actively networking and trying to get a position with an admiralty and maritime law firm. This is a niche field of law and it has been really diffic… more

Is it common practice for firms to pay for tail malpractice coverage of newly hired partners?

I am a fourth-year management-side employment attorney looking for a new role. If you know of, or are hiring for, any open employment counsel positions (either remote or New York-based), I’d love to c… more

Not sure how this works, but I am currently looking for an associate position in Los Angeles area. Can anyone send firms that are hiring.