Tag Archive for ‘freelance lawyer’
Looking to Reenter the Profession But Need Fresh Experience?
Well, consider pro bono opportunities. Check out this statement issued by the ABA that encourages lawyers to consider pro bono work now; the statement also provides a link to help lawyers find current volunteer opportunities. Volunteer legal work is a great way to prep your resume for reentry, develop a new practice area, or [...]
Dream about Going Solo Part-Time? Head to SPU
I’m so excited about Susan Cartier Liebel’s creation, Solo Practice University, that I can’t stop talking about it today. This enthusiastic buzz must be comparable to downing a few cans of Red Bull in a short window of time!
As Darling Hill readers know, I’m teaching a course at Solo Practice University (and [...]
The Law: ‘It’s Inhospitable to Women’
Canadian and American female lawyers share one major thing in common: they’ve been leaving the law in droves.
Why? According to Scales Tipped Against Women in the Law (Calgary Herald, Feb. 1, 2009), the reasons women leave the profession are easily summarized as:
Lack of accommodation for women for child-bearing responsibilities. The glass [...]
Flexible Lawyer Jobs: 02/01/09
Happy February! Here’s a list of leads to help your job search; the list includes several possibilities for “stay at home lawyers”, “work from home lawyers”, and “off-ramp lawyers” who are looking to stay connected to the law or inch back into the law.
May February bring you the perfect opportunity that gives [...]
Who’s Life is It? Reads for Lawyer Moms and Dads Looking to Regain Control of Life and Work
Is your life consumed by the law and you want it back (Shawn Colvin’s song seems like a good theme)? Well, if you’re nodding your head, you’re not alone.
Here are 5 weekend reads to help lawyers, with or without children, regain control of their lives and legal careers:
Dream about a flexible schedule? Hollee [...]
Darling Hill Giveaway: 12 Months of Sittercity Membership
Thanks to Sittercity and Mom Blog Marketing, Darling Hill has the perfect giveaway for lawyer parents: 12 months of Sittercity Membership ($95.88 value).
Whether you work full-time, part-time (from home or not), or have taken a career detour, finding a sitter can be tough. While I’ve never used Sittercity, I’ve heard through the grapevine [...]
The Grass Is Always Greener
Guest blogger and Lawyer/Mom, Amy Epstein Gluck, concludes that the Grass is Always Greener (on the other side, of course!), as she tells Darling Hill readers about her experience trying to launch her own legal services company.
My own business. No more reviews where I have to write the same thing about myself and my work [...]
Flexible Lawyer Jobs: 1/15/09
Though Darling Hill’s listings of flexible lawyer jobs have been short this week, don’t despair. Flexible legal jobs and alternative law jobs do exist that will allow you to put your J.D. to work and give you the work/balance you dream about! Check out today’s leads for inspiration!
Temporary attorneys (DC)
Ethics / [...]
Michelle Obama’s Call to Service: Are You Ready Lawyer Moms and Dads?
If you’re on the Obama email list, you may have just received Michelle Obama’s email calling ordinary citizens to service, asking Americans to commit to some form of service – whether giving blood, volunteering at a homeless shelter or mentoring youth-at-risk.
As lawyers we are uniquely positioned to engage in a wide range of volunteer / [...]
Flexible Lawyer Jobs: 1/12/09
Kick off your week with a productive legal job search! Today’s leads look interesting and seemingly good matches for keeping your foot in the law while you focus on other life interests beyond the law. So if the time has come for you to take a detour from full-time practice or to think about [...]
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