Tag Archive for ‘Freelancing’
Advice for the Lawyer-Parent Thinking About Freelance Writing
While you may be put off by the “old” date, after all 2005 is practically vintage, this Washington Post article is nevertheless a keeper for lawyers thinking about dabbling in freelance writing or starting anew: Breaking in as a Freelance Writer.
If you prefer fresher guidance, check out Ari Kaplan’s upcoming book (set [...]
The Freelancing Lawyer-Parent
As I write, a little one crawls around my feet. Every now and then our eyes meet, and then she goes back to eating the soggy cracker in her hand and I go back to writing. Lawyers are pretty good at multi-tasking, but lawyers, especially freelancing lawyer-parents, know that it’s not always easy. [...]
Blog Contributors Wanted
Are you a mommy or daddy lawyer who has something to say about the legal profession and work opportunities? Do you find yourself often complaining about how billables interfere with your work/life balance? Do you wish you had more time with family–and less time with clients? Do you wish there were more [...]
On the Bookshelf: Writing Motherhood
Last week I found total inspiration in my mailbox: a copy of Writing Motherhood by Lisa Garrigues (just out May 2008). This is the book I wish I had a few years ago during those early days with my newborn. This is the book my dear law school friend who always, and [...]
On the Bookshelf: What I’m Reading
Someone recently asked, “what do you like to read online?” Here’s a sneak peak of a few blog posts I checked out today, which coincidentally (surprise, surprise) have to do with flexible work opportunities, work-life balance, blogging, and following your dreams.
Job-Mom: Paying the Price to Follow Your Dreams? Why Not
Miranda [...]
Flexible Lawyer Jobs: 05/09/08
Before you kick up your feet for the weekend (yeah, right…especially if you have children in the house!), check out today’s flexible lawyer jobs. Come Monday morning, when you’re trying to get the kids off to daycare or school and wishing you had more flexibility in your life, you’ll be thankful you spent just [...]
Change the Profession: One Flexible Law Job at a Time
Know of a flexible lawyer job? Have one to list? List it here. At Darling Hill, a 100% parent-friendly legal niche. Where Life and Lawyering meet. Go ahead, it’s free. Gratis. On the house.
Isn’t it about time lawyers got a little career flexibility to call their [...]
Flexible Lawyer Jobs: 05/02/2008
If you thought billables were tough, just add parenting to the equation and stir. For those thinking about changing gears, check out these opportunities:
Freelance Legal /Investigative Writer (work from home)
Law Firm Seeks Internet Writer (TX)
Part-time Executive Director (CA)
Looking to post a flexible lawyer job? Post it for free at Darling Hill.
To submit your job listing, [...]
Rampin’: Detours & OnRamps Conference, MA, May 15, 2008
If you’re Mommy Tracked and starting to think about On Rampin’, check out the following:
On May 15th, Detours & OnRamps and the Women’s Leadership Institute host the 2nd Detours & OnRamps conference at Bentley College. Sessions are led by women who have been there, done that, and are intended for anyone who’s looking for a new job after off-ramping to [...]
Flexible Lawyer Jobs for 05/01/08
Here’s a lead that someone with a JD (and/or interest in justice work) and a passion for yoga might finding interesting….
Position: Executive Director
Organization: The Art of Yoga Project, 501(c)(3) non-profit
Schedule: Part-time, initially
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Website: http://www.theartofyogaproject.org/
Details: Organization with mission to lead teen girls in the California juvenile justice system toward accountability to self, others and [...]
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