A lawyer friend got laid off and asked what he thought what be the most proactive thing to do right now- look for a job, volunteer, etc. I feel like it’s useless looking for jobs now. Thoughts?

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I don’t think it’s useless. Some people are still hiring. I’d apply for open positions and spend the rest of the time volunteering or learning bankruptcy law.

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Definitely should be applying, getting LinkedIn profile updated. Definitely use LinkedIn to network virtually.

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Keep applying, but also think about pro bono. Our offices here are doing virtual meetings.

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I ended up starting my own firm. Nothing else to do. My interviews are being resinded left and right.

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Not useless! I am getting recruited right now.

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It was a Fl based firm recruiting me. They do have offices in TX so maybe! ;)

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