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Dear Readers,
Once again, BCG recruiters expect to see increased activity in all markets and most practice areas, especially real estate. Elsewhere, major markets have seen an upswing in corporate work. I encourage you to read the State of the Market Report to see how your legal market is doing and to pass the Report on to whoever might be interested in it. We have also included articles written by our professionals regarding the recent salary increases and the importance of networking.
We welcome your feedback regarding any aspect of the State of the Market Report. Tell us what you think or what you want to know, and we promise to respond. We look forward to our continued partnership with you.
Sincerely,
A. Harrison Barnes, CEO
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STATE OF THE MARKET REPORT
by The BCG Recruiting Staff
A flurry of recent hiring activity�particularly a national need for real estate attorneys and the upswing in corporate work�has our recruiters excited about the changes that the legal market is currently experiencing. Learn which practice areas are hot and which are not as our recruiters across the nation report on the employment outlook in their areas.
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It's All Who You Know (And Who Knows You)
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Recruiter Deirdre Sullivan of BCG's New York office stresses the importance of networking.
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Reality Check: What to Expect While Searching for a Position in California
by Claudia Barnes, Esq. |
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Managing Director of BCG's Los Angeles office Claudia Barnes details the many factors that candidates should consider when relocating to California.
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The Sky is Falling! What Comes Down When Salaries Go Up
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Carey Bertolet, Managing Director of BCG's New York office, uses history as her guide to discuss characteristics of the law firm landscape in the aftermath of increased associate salaries.
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Why Are So Many Women Reaching the Top of Big Law Firms?
by Danice Kowalczyk |
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Managing Director of BCG's New York office Danice Kowalczyk delivers an in-depth expose on women and corporate success.
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BCG Q&A
Common Questions with Expert Answers Provided by Recruiters
Q: I was wondering if it is too late for me to switch practice areas. I currently am a senior tax associate (8th year) at one of the largest firms in Chicago. It appears my prospects of partnership are very slim. Over the last couple of years, I have taken on some trusts and estates work and have enjoyed it very much. I guess this leaves me with a few questions: Will I be able to find a position in trusts and estates at a comparable firm? If so, how much of a hit will I have to take in class year? Also, at this point in my career, I am amenable to moving to a smaller firm, but how much of a difference in compensation should I expect? |
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Q: I have been working in small firm in New Jersey practicing labor and employment law since I graduated from Rutgers in 2003. I was in the top third of my class and was on Law Review. I really want to make the jump to a top-tier New York firm, as I feel I have developed my skills to a point where I can excel at a higher level. Is there any chance I can transition to a top labor and employment practice in New York City? |
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New York |
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New York City office seeks an intellectual property transactions and technology associate with 4-6 years of experience. |
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Los Angeles |
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Senior litigator is sought to join this Los Angeles firm. Candidate must have 6+ years' experience. |
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Washington, DC |
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D.C. office of national firm seeks real estate associate with 5 to 8 years of experience. |
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