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Inti Knapp Presents to Harvard Law regarding In-House Careers
Inti Knapp, our Managing Shareholder, presented recently to the Harvard Law School community for the fifth time. She spoke on the topic of “Moving In-House on the West Coast.” Dena Sacco, Harvard Law’s Assistant Director for Alumni Advising, asked Inti questions on behalf of alumni regarding (1) an overview of in-house practice; (2) common misconceptions…
Read MoreVictoria Harris Speaks about In-House Recruiting at NALSC Conference
NALSC (National Association of Legal Search Consultants) invited Victoria Harris to speak at its October 20 conference hosted by Latham & Watkins in New York. Victoria moderated a panel on in-house recruiting that covered topics including: (1) when and why companies work with external recruiters; (2) how to make successful attorney placements, including helping law…
Read MoreHarvard Law and Inti Knapp Discuss In-House Careers
Recently, Harvard Law School invited our Managing Director, Inti Knapp, to discuss “Planning Your In-House Career from Day One.” Margie Boone, Harvard Law’s Director of Alumni Advising and Professional Development, asked Inti questions on behalf of students and alumni regarding (1) an overview of in-house practice; (2) common misconceptions about practicing in-house; and (3) how…
Read MoreTen Tips for Successful Virtual Interviewing
During the COVID-19 crisis, our clients have shifted almost entirely to interviewing attorney candidates by video conference. In fact, we have seen entire hiring cycles—from introduction, interviews, job offers, and onboarding of hires—conducted online without any in-person meetings. Because a successful job search depends on whether candidates can build a personal connection with their interviewers…
Read MoreIs the In House Counsel Grass Always Greener? Misconceptions of Lawyers Going In House
As legal recruiters, we often speak with attorneys eager to join a company, particularly those attorneys working within law firms. As lawyers grapple with the rapidly changing legal market, many in private practice start to dream that they will be happier and more secure working within the law department of a company. Although many in house corporate counsel experience great job satisfaction, we also hear from attorneys who regret their move in house. Attorneys contemplating this type of career change should first consider some common myths about in house life.
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