Tag Archive for ‘legal detours’
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 [...]
The Secret to Getting the Life you Want in the Law: Self-Marketing
Even if you’re not obsessed with designer labels, I bet you can quickly rattle off a bunch of brands and immediately have some idea of the products those brands reflect.
Well, if you dream about being a top lawyer or achieving that perfect work/life balance in the law, it’s time to think about self-marketing (a.k.a. building [...]
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: 01/28/09
Job hunting in this economy may seem depressing, but if you’re looking for a part-time or flex-time schedule you may just get lucky, especially as legal employers begin to look for creative ways to cut costs and retain / attract talent.
While today’s list of leads is short, don’t let that fool you into thinking that [...]
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 [...]
Who’s Who in Lawyer Reentry Programs, Resources
Lawyers who have taken time off from the law but “want back in” are in luck. There are a growing number of resources and programs that cater specifically to lawyers who want to return to the law.
Darling Hill vows to keep you in the know about these resources and programs. So without further ado, [...]
On the Bookshelf: Create Your Own Direction in the Law
There’s never been a better time to go solo, hang your own shingle, or start your own business. Why? Because there’s an exploding number of resources and support available to launch lawyers into alternative paths and careers beyond or alongside the law. Whether you’re a stay-at-home lawyer, work-at-home attorney, planning a career [...]
Lawyer Redefined: Meet Ellen Swain Veen, Lawyer, Award Winning Playwright and Novelist
When a New Year begins, do you get the urge to overhaul your life? Well, brace yourself for change because this Darling Hill interview is going to kick your resolutions into action.
Meet Ellen Swain Veen, simply one of the nicest lawyers around. Fueled by her interests in caring for the underdog, storytelling and justice, lawyer [...]
Flexible Lawyer Jobs: 11/13/08
A short list of flexible job leads for your Thursday. Happy Job Hunting!
Court Advocate – Part-Time (PA)
Business Law Instructor – Part-Time (CA)
Corporate Technology Counsel (NJ)
Bar Review MBE Question Writer (DC)
Policy Advocate (DC/MD)
Part-Time Staff Attorney (IL)
Part-Time Environmental Associate (FL)
Part-Time Contract Attorney (NC)
Associate General Counsel – Part-Time (MN)
Attorney Part-Time (MN)
Attorney, Child Support Enforcement – Part-Time (CO)
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