Aside from networking has anyone had luck creating a position for themselves by reaching out to companies that don’t yet have counsel (maybe formed 5-15 years ago)? I sit on several nonprofit and company boards and do their legal work and have been practicing for 5 years, so I can sell myself from that angle.

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Probably better and easier to join a well established team that is actively hiring.

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Thanks! It’s just so competitive I seem to make it to the final round before there’s a hiring freeze or they end up hiring someone much more senior or way more junior than I am

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Maybe do the fractional GC bit. Seems like you’ve got the experience to market yourself pretty well for it.

Don’t forget to be careful with the dual hat director/counsel while you’re doing that

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Thank you! Yes I worry about that but my nonprofits can’t hire counsel. I keep sending texts and emails about the importance of searching for interim or permanent GC for the board to approve even on a volunteer basis so they get the hint.

If they’re a current or former client maybe, especially if you’re in the ECVC space working with startups. Otherwise seems like a waste of time.

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So why don’t you reach out to businesses, bring them on as outside counsel, and then work your way in-house? It will take time, but I think that’s your most likely shot of making this work.

Any advice re how to get on nonprofit and company boards?

This is great insight. I’ll probably give it a try. Good luck with the job search/creation!

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