Proper legal support staff training is essential. When your team has solid training, they understand both what needs to be done and how to do it in a way that coordinates with the rest of the team and helps the firm meet its goals. Whether you’re working with new hires or bringing an established team… Read More »
Tag: How to Hire Legal Professionals in Toronto
5 Essential Attributes to Look for When Picking a Legal Support Recruiter
Working with a legal support recruiter offers unparalleled benefits. Your staffing partner can revitalize your job postings, reach out to the best hidden legal support talent, and cultivate candidates who offer both the skills to do the job well and the cultural “fit” to thrive with your existing team. To maximize the benefit of your… Read More »
When a Firm Across Town Is Beating You at Recruiting Top Talent, Here’s What to Do
“Thanks, but I’ve already accepted an offer with….” If you’re hearing this comment from outstanding candidates again and again, or if you’re watching both the established leaders and the “rising stars” in the legal support field accept positions with competing firms, it’s time to adjust your strategy. The difference between a good employee and a… Read More »
“What Are Your Weaknesses?” How to Answer Tough Interview Questions
One of the biggest fears job seekers face is an interview question they cannot answer. And one of the biggest victories in an interview is being the candidate who can answer any question asked of them. Consequently, it pays to prepare for the tough interview questions. Here’s how to answer some of the most common… Read More »
In a Rush to Hire a Legal Assistant? Don’t Sacrifice Quality
Despite your best attempts to plan ahead, many situations may result in a need to hire a legal support professional as soon as possible. As with any project, hiring done in a rush can create the temptation to cut corners. In your hurry to get someone in the position, you may find yourself settling for… Read More »
Is Your Hiring Process Costing You Money?
Every moment you have a legal support position that isn’t filled your organization is losing money. The person who should fill the position isn’t there to do productive work. Essential tasks for that position are covered temporarily by other staff, who must sacrifice some of their own productive time to pitch in. And management staff… Read More »