Austin, known for its vibrant music scene, innovative tech startups, and a melting pot of cultures, is rapidly evolving into a bustling hub for various industries. But what does this mean for labor & employment lawyers? As the city grows in economic significance, legal demands shift and expand.
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Tips for First Month on a New Job
Starting a new job can be stressful. This article by Fast Company written by Ximena Vengoechea provides good strategies to keep in mind.
What Austin Attorneys Should Do if They Lose Their Job (and Before)
Navigating the Texas unemployment system often proves challenging. Since the rise of the COVID-19 pandemic, many Texas attorneys have lost their jobs or have been laid off temporarily. This guide shows you what to do if you lose your job and helps you ensure the appropriate steps are taken should you lose your job as an Austin attorney, so you can receive the necessary unemployment compensation to which you are entitled.
Preparing to Leave Your Law Firm: What You Should Know
Deciding to leave your law firm is rarely a simple decision. Whether you’re making a lateral move, going in-house, launching a solo practice, or stepping away from law altogether, how you exit matters. From protecting your reputation to navigating ethical obligations, there are practical and professional considerations that can significantly impact your next chapter. A well-planned departure helps preserve relationships, ensures compliance with firm policies, and sets you up for long-term success.
Make Your Resume Count with a Legal Recruiter
Your resume is the first impression you make, and first impressions are important. You only get one. As Legal Recruiters, we read dozens of resumes a day so we know what works. Research has proven that the average resume gets looked at for quick six seconds. For this reason, your resume needs to be concise, easy to read, and especially easy to digest. It also means that sometimes “less is more.”
Texas Legal Recruiting Remains Strong for In-house & Law Firm Jobs
Last week, Texas Monthly summarized the results of a new report from Citi Private Bank’s Law Firm Group, that showed that demand at Texas law firms dropped by 7.1 percent the first half of 2016. (See “Texas Firms See Greatest Drop in Demand in First Half of 2016” by Brenda Jeffreys.)
Seeking Attorneys for In-house Legal & Compliance Jobs in Dallas & Austin
While most have been enjoying summer vacations, the texas legal recruiters at momentum have been as busy as ever!
We have two new exclusive, in-house openings in Dallas.
Texas Legal Recruiters See Demand Rise For Legal Operations Specialists
As legal and compliance recruiters in Texas, we continue to work with corporations who are improving their legal operations and getting more out of every dollar of legal spend. General Counsels remain focused on optimizing performance and creating new efficiencies in order to positively contribute to the bottom-line.
Creating a well-run legal machine with enhanced productivity and improved efficiencies requires lawyers to combine their legal knowledge with business judgement. Enter stage right – Legal Operations Specialists – now indispensable members of the corporate legal team. Legal Operations Specialists arrive at their specialty through myriad paths, from legal work as an attorney or paralegal, an I.T. background, accounting, or other internal operations.
Should IP and Patent Lawyers Consider Relocation to Austin?
Austin, Texas, has become a hotspot for professionals across various industries, thanks to its thriving tech sector, vibrant cultural scene, and appealing quality of life. For IP and patent lawyers, the city’s unique blend of innovation and opportunity raises a compelling question: is it time to consider relocating to Austin? With a rapidly growing economy and a dynamic job market, the potential for career growth and personal satisfaction in Austin is more promising than ever.
When should a law firm associate make a move in-house?
In-house is often seen as nirvana, the state of perfect happiness, peace, and no billable time. At Momentum Search Partners, we often from law firm associates seeking this path begin monitoring opportunities as a 3rd & 4th year (sometime earlier!). It’s never too early to begin getting familiar with the needed skill set and other qualifications to make you more appealing to a General Counsel. Once you take this leap, there is typically no going back to law firm life. So, give serious consideration to whether it’s the right time leave your law firm career behind.