Saturday January 28, 2012
Roughly three-fourths of all legal professionals work in a law firm. Although law firms vary in size, practice areas, culture and location, all law firms employ lawyers and most employ a number of non-lawyer management and support staff.
In recent years, law firms have been expanding due to globalization, mergers and new market opportunities abroad in Asia, China and other overseas destinations. Lawyer headcount grew in 2011, rising every month to finish the year up 1.4%, according to The Hildebrandt Institute's Peer Monitor.
For insight into the law firm career ladder and the roles of lawyers, management and support staff within a law firm, review this guide to law firm lawyer careers and this guide to non-lawyer roles within a law firm.
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Thursday January 26, 2012
Thinking about a paralegal job? A new list by Monster.com cites paralegals as one of nine high-paying jobs with an associate's degree. While the national average paralegal salary hovers around $50,000 per year, paralegals in in-demand specialties or litigation support can earn six figures.
Keep in mind, however, that the highest earning paralegals usually possess a bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate. Check out this guide to paralegal careers for more information.
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Tuesday January 24, 2012
The United States boasts over one million licensed attorneys. If you seek an attorney, how can you find the right lawyer for your legal needs? First, make sure that the attorney is experienced in the practice area and type of case for which you seek assistance. For example, if you seek a personal injury attorney for an asbestos claim, make sure that lawyer you hire has asbestos experience and a track record of success.
Another important factor in selecting a lawyer is personal chemistry. Interview the lawyer in advance of hiring him (be sure to ask these questions) and determine if you are comfortable with his work style and personality. It is also important to understand his fees and how you will be billed and watch for any hidden fees. The articles below offer additional tips on finding and hiring a lawyer.
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Saturday January 21, 2012
Setting New Year's resolutions is a common practice in January. Research shows that people who make New Year's resolutions are more likely to attain their goals than those who do not. However, statistics also reveal that about 80 percent of people who make resolutions on January 1 fall off the wagon by Valentine's Day. Below are 3 ways to help you make good on your New Year's resolutions.
1. Set measurable goals. Frame your goals in concrete, measurable terms. For example, "I will work harder this year" is an ambiguous and ill-defined aspiration but vowing to add three hours to your work week is easier to measure and achieve.
2. Establish a timetable. To accomplish your goal, set small well-defined steps with specific deadlines to help you pave the way to self-improvement.
3. Don't do it alone. Sheer willpower or simply trying harder is often not enough to help you keep New Year's resolutions. However, being accountable to someone, such as your boss or a colleague, can help keep you on track.
Oscar Wilde wrote: "A New Year's resolution is something that goes in one year and out the other.'' Hopefully, these tips can help you stick to your resolutions year after year.
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