The True Costs of Recruiting Indecisiveness

When you have several good candidates, it’s tempting to take your time with a hiring decision. Delays or indecisiveness, however, can have multiple negative effects on your team and your organization. Waiting takes time, which translates to lost productivity and money. Worse, your top candidates may accept an offer from another law firm or legal… Read More »

The Importance of Reference Checks When Hiring Legal Support Talent

When you hire legal support staff, it’s essential that they are professional, experienced and trustworthy. The best way to establish this is through reference checks. Reference checking can be one of the most important parts of the hiring process. It gives you the chance to speak with people who have firsthand knowledge of your candidate… Read More »

Making the Most of Exit Interviews

When a legal support professional leaves, it’s natural to wonder “Why?”  And it is vital to ask. Exit interviews can be a powerful tool for determining why good people leave, identifying the weaknesses in your current structure, and addressing them in the hiring process for the person’s replacement.  Here’s how to make the most of… Read More »

6 Habits to Adopt to Advance Your Legal Support Career

Everyone is busy. You have a lot to do, both in and out of the office, and it’s tempting to just put your head down and get your job done. But that’s not always the best practice. You need to step back and take some time to make sure you are thinking about the picture.… Read More »

5 Common Red Flags to Look for When Hiring Legal Support Professionals

Legal support staff are essential to any law firm or legal department. Finding the right staff can help legal practitioners thrive, while hiring the wrong ones can lead to disaster. Often, an organization that needs a new member of the legal support staff has little time to meander through piles of resumes or schedule leisurely… Read More »

How Your Recruiter Can Help You Recruit (and Hire!) Better Talent

When recruiting talent isn’t your primary job, it’s difficult to perform it effectively. You know what positions you need to fill and what you need to accomplish, but how do you find and attract the best people for the job? Rethink The Job Posting Too many employers look at an open position and write a… Read More »

Is Your Company Missing an Employee Value Proposition?

Top employees have more options than ever for determining whether an employer is a good “fit” for them.  The Internet provides a wealth of information, both from the organization itself and from other sources. Consequently, the best employees are taking seriously the project of finding an employer whose offerings match their career plans.  When companies… Read More »