BCG Attorney Search’s Top 10 Most Popular Articles of 2019

1. What Do Law Firm Titles Mean: Of Counsel, Non-Equity Partner, and Equity Partner Explained
One of the most common questions that law students and practicing attorneys have is the pecking order of people working inside of law firms. If you are still at your law firm after several years of service, these are the positions that most likely await you. Learn what each position entails so you can make the best possible decisions for your future.

2. 100+ of the Toughest Interview Questions That Law Firms Ask Attorneys and Law Students, and How to Answer Them
Want to ace your next interview? Be ready for any question a law firm might throw at you by reading through this comprehensive list of Q&As. Equal parts information and inspiration, this article will help you get fully prepared.


3. Top 6 Things Attorneys and Law Students Need to Remove from Their Resumes ASAP If They Want to Get Jobs with the Most Prestigious Law Firms
Far too many attorneys lose job opportunities because of resume mistakes that could easily be avoided. Get an inside view of how the most prestigious law firms review and think about your resume, and why sometimes less is more.

4. 21 Reasons You Will Never Get a Job with a Major Law Firm Now (or Ever Again)
Many attorneys want to work at major law firms and try very hard to do so. Unfortunately, some have fatal flaws on their professional history that will prevent them from ever reaching their goal. If you want to work at a major law firm, you must avoid making any of these career-ending mistakes.

5. Why Going In-house Is Often the Worst Decision a Good Attorney Can Ever Make
Thinking about going in-house? Not so fast. Most attorneys go in-house because of the massive amount of misinformation out there—but it almost never is a good decision. Learn why the belief that going in-house is a good career move is completely wrong, and what making this choice will really do to your legal career.

6. Top 9 Ways for Any Attorney to Generate a Huge Book of Business
Good lawyers do not just practice law—they generate business. In fact, generating business can often be the difference between keeping or losing your job. This article examines the most important and productive methods that any attorney can use to generate business.

7. The Only Seven Reasons a Law Firm Will Ever Make You Partner
Many attorneys view making partner as the pinnacle of their legal career. But the benefits must outweigh the costs, and law firms will only make you a partner if they have to. If you have one (or more) of the seven attributes listed in this article, you might very well stand a chance at making partner.

8. Should You Start Your Own Law Firm? Top 10 Reasons to Start or Not Start Your Own Firm
Choosing to start your own law firm is a significant decision that will have profound implications on the rest of your career. Before you take the leap, review this complete list of pros and cons to make sure that becoming a solo practitioner is the right choice for you.

9. Had a Great Interview, But Got No Response to My Thank-You Emails
Most of us assume the worst when a potential employer goes silent. Surprisingly, many attorneys in this situation still end up getting offers. In this Q&A, we explore the reasons why a law firm may not respond and why you should not give up too soon.

10. Top 20 Reasons Why There Is No Better Profession Than Practicing Law
Although lawyers are often portrayed in a negative light and provide fodder for jokes, being an attorney is a wonderful job filled with many challenges, opportunities, and rewards. Read more about the benefits of practicing law and remind yourself why you chose this path in the first place. It may help you survive some of the ups and downs of your practice.


About Harrison Barnes

No legal recruiter in the United States has placed more attorneys at top law firms across every practice area than Harrison Barnes. His unmatched expertise, industry connections, and proven placement strategies have made him the most influential legal career advisor for attorneys seeking success in Big Law, elite boutiques, mid-sized firms, small firms, firms in the largest and smallest markets, and in over 350 separate practice areas.

A Reach Unlike Any Other Legal Recruiter

Most legal recruiters focus only on placing attorneys in large markets or specific practice areas, but Harrison places attorneys at all levels, in all practice areas, and in all locations-from the most prestigious firms in New York, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C., to small and mid-sized firms in rural markets. Every week, he successfully places attorneys not only in high-demand practice areas like corporate and litigation but also in niche and less commonly recruited areas such as:

• Immigration Law
• Workers Compensation
• Insurance
• Family Law
• Trust and Estate
• Municipal law
• And many more...

This breadth of placements is unheard of in the legal recruiting industry and is a testament to his extraordinary ability to connect attorneys with the right firms, regardless of market size or practice area.

Proven Success at All Levels

With over 25 years of experience, Harrison has successfully placed attorneys at over 1,000 law firms, including:

• Top Am Law 100 firms such including Sullivan and Cromwell, and almost every AmLaw 100 and AmLaw 200 law firm.
• Elite boutique firms with specialized practices
• Mid-sized firms looking to expand their practice areas
• Growing firms in small and rural markets

He has also placed hundreds of law firm partners and has worked on firm and practice area mergers, helping law firms strategically grow their teams.

Unmatched Commitment to Attorney Success - The Story of BCG Attorney Search

Harrison Barnes is not just the most effective legal recruiter in the country, he is also the founder of BCG Attorney Search, a recruiting powerhouse that has helped thousands of attorneys transform their careers. His vision for BCG goes beyond just job placement; it is built on a mission to provide attorneys with opportunities they would never have access to otherwise. Unlike traditional recruiting firms, BCG Attorney Search operates as a career partner, not just a placement service. The firm's unparalleled resources, including a team of over 150 employees, enable it to offer customized job searches, direct outreach to firms, and market intelligence that no other legal recruiting service provides. Attorneys working with Harrison and BCG gain access to hidden opportunities, real-time insights on firm hiring trends, and guidance from a team that truly understands the legal market. You can read more about how BCG Attorney Search revolutionizes legal recruiting here: The Story of BCG Attorney Search and What We Do for You.

The Most Trusted Career Advisor for Attorneys

Harrison's legal career insights are the most widely followed in the profession.

• His articles on BCG Search alone are read by over 150,000 attorneys per month, making his guidance the most sought-after in the legal field. Read his latest insights here.
• He has conducted hundreds of hours of career development webinars, available here: Harrison Barnes Webinar Replays.
• His placement success is unmatched-see examples here: Harrison Barnes' Attorney Placements.
• He has created numerous comprehensive career development courses, including BigLaw Breakthrough, designed to help attorneys land positions at elite law firms.

Submit Your Resume to Work with Harrison Barnes

If you are serious about advancing your legal career and want access to the most sought-after law firm opportunities, Harrison Barnes is the most powerful recruiter to have on your side.

Submit your resume today to start working with him: Submit Resume Here

With an unmatched track record of success, a vast team of over 150 dedicated employees, and a reach into every market and practice area, Harrison Barnes is the recruiter who makes career transformations happen and has the talent and resources behind him to make this happen.

A Relentless Commitment to Attorney Success

Unlike most recruiters who work with only a narrow subset of attorneys, Harrison Barnes works with lawyers at all stages of their careers, from junior associates to senior partners, in every practice area imaginable. His placements are not limited to only those with "elite" credentials-he has helped thousands of attorneys, including those who thought it was impossible to move firms, find their next great opportunity.

Harrison's work is backed by a team of over 150 professionals who work around the clock to uncover hidden job opportunities at law firms across the country. His team:

• Finds and creates job openings that aren't publicly listed, giving attorneys access to exclusive opportunities.
• Works closely with candidates to ensure their resumes and applications stand out.
• Provides ongoing guidance and career coaching to help attorneys navigate interviews, negotiations, and transitions successfully.

This level of dedicated support is unmatched in the legal recruiting industry.

A Legal Recruiter Who Changes Lives

Harrison believes that every attorney-no matter their background, law school, or previous experience-has the potential to find success in the right law firm environment. Many attorneys come to him feeling stuck in their careers, underpaid, or unsure of their next steps. Through his unique ability to identify the right opportunities, he helps attorneys transform their careers in ways they never thought possible.

He has worked with:

• Attorneys making below-market salaries who went on to double or triple their earnings at new firms.
• Senior attorneys who believed they were "too experienced" to make a move and found better roles with firms eager for their expertise.
• Attorneys in small or remote markets who assumed they had no options-only to be placed at strong firms they never knew existed.
• Partners looking for a better platform or more autonomy who successfully transitioned to firms where they could grow their practice.

For attorneys who think their options are limited, Harrison Barnes has proven time and time again that opportunities exist-often in places they never expected.

Submit Your Resume Today - Start Your Career Transformation

If you want to explore new career opportunities, Harrison Barnes and BCG Attorney Search are your best resources. Whether you are looking for a BigLaw position, a boutique firm, or a move to a better work environment, Harrison's expertise will help you take control of your future.

Submit Your Resume Here to get started with Harrison Barnes today.

Harrison's reach, experience, and proven results make him the best legal recruiter in the industry. Don't settle for an average recruiter-work with the one who has changed the careers of thousands of attorneys and can do the same for you.

About BCG Attorney Search

BCG Attorney Search matches attorneys and law firms with unparalleled expertise and drive, while achieving results. Known globally for its success in locating and placing attorneys in law firms of all sizes, BCG Attorney Search has placed thousands of attorneys in law firms in thousands of different law firms around the country. Unlike other legal placement firms, BCG Attorney Search brings massive resources of over 150 employees to its placement efforts locating positions and opportunities its competitors simply cannot. Every legal recruiter at BCG Attorney Search is a former successful attorney who attended a top law school, worked in top law firms and brought massive drive and commitment to their work. BCG Attorney Search legal recruiters take your legal career seriously and understand attorneys. For more information, please visit www.BCGSearch.com.