by Lisa Vooys | Jun 11, 2026 | Applicants
As a legal recruiter, I often speak with attorneys and paralegals who tell me some version of the same story: “I’ve been unhappy for years.” “I’ve been thinking about leaving for a while.” “I finally reached a point where I...
by Lisa Vooys | May 13, 2026 | Applicants
One of the questions candidates may ask during a legal job search is: “Should I apply through you, or should I go through my friend at the firm?” It is a fair question, and unfortunately, there is no universally correct answer. Having worked both as a legal recruiting...
by Lisa Vooys | May 8, 2026 | Applicants
In a market where base compensation is often used as shorthand for prestige and opportunity, it is easy to assume that the highest-paying roles at top-tier firms represent the most attractive path for every attorney. In reality, career decision-making, particularly in...
by Lisa Vooys | Apr 3, 2026 | Applicants, Employers
The COVID-19 pandemic did more than disrupt workplaces. It fundamentally reshaped how work is performed, how careers evolve, and how employers evaluate talent. What began as a forced experiment in remote work quickly became a broader recalibration of priorities for...
by Lisa Vooys | Feb 19, 2026 | Applicants
Your resume isn’t just a summary of experience. It’s a demonstration of your professionalism and attention to detail. Formatting, consistency, and proper tense may seem like small things, but they send a big message to employers. When a hiring manager scans your...
by Lisa Vooys | Apr 22, 2024 | Applicants
Update Your LinkedIn Profile To obtain the maximum benefit from your LinkedIn account, verify that all of the information contained therein is correct and up-to-date. Add a summary section that provides information regarding your professional experience and interests....
