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Let's talk about that one crucial thing law school didn't prepare you for - building your book of business! While you're excelling at billable hours and delivering outstanding work product, this guide, written by Zsaleh Harivandi, reveals the essential strategies that transform good lawyers into rainmakers. No matter your experience level, these tips will help you develop the client relationships that can define your legal career and set you apart from the pack. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/gW28E9n2

Unposted job alert! Calling finance associates! We're working with a top-notch AmLaw 20 firm that is aggressively growing its finance practice in Los Angeles. The partners (both in LA and in NYC, with whom you'd also be working) are lovely humans, with an eye for associate training/development and building a collaborative culture. If you're interested but you're in the Bay Area, please feel free to reach out - they might be open to some people sitting in their SF office, although the focus is really LA.

We are working with a midsize, single-office law firm in Century City looking to hire an associate with 3-5 years of litigation experience. The ideal candidate will have experience taking and defending depositions, as well as drafting and arguing motions. 1750 billable hours expectation. Interested??Apply today or share with your network! Referrals are always welcomed. https://lnkd.in/gmBb722V

We are working with a prominent Bay Area plaintiff firm seeking a mid-to-senior level associate attorney to join their team. Interested??Apply today or share with your network! Referrals are always welcomed. https://lnkd.in/ggbJZGuY

Have a law firm interview coming up? We've got you covered. Our Senior Recruiter?Zsaleh Harivandi?provides essential advice for navigating your next interview. Whether it’s your first screening or a multi-hour meeting with partners, this guide offers insights and practical, day-of tips to ensure you make a confident impression at each step of the process. Read the full article here:?https://lnkd.in/gSTBFxX9

We are working with a top AmLaw 100 firm seeking an outstanding midlevel associate to join their growing real estate practice in LA. Their ideal candidate possesses 3-6 years of experience working on a range of projects spanning financing, development, transactions, and regulatory matters. Does this sound like you or someone you know? Apply today or share with your network! Referrals are always welcomed.?https://lnkd.in/gprJZhWu

Senior Recruiter Zsaleh Harivandi has offered her insights into working in BigLaw, midsize and small firms, and now she’s diving into in-house careers. If you’re looking for workplace guidance, Zsaleh has you covered. Many associates wonder which is better - seeking an in-house role or finding work at an established law firm. But there’s no one-size-fits-all answer; as Zsaleh points out, “As with most things in both life and legal: it depends.” This article provides perspective into the key ways that in-house jobs differ from law-firm jobs, and compares the benefits and drawbacks of both. You won't want to miss this read: https://lnkd.in/gsHAsaCZ And check out more of Zsaleh's articles here: https://lnkd.in/gns3m827

We’re working with one of the nation’s top appellate law firms in their search for an experienced senior attorney. This candidate will develop a sophisticated career in appellate law at a firm that values a well rounded life outside of work. Interested? Apply today or share with your network!? https://lnkd.in/engm3WRF

Last month, Senior?Recruiter?Zsaleh Harivandi discussed?BigLaw?firms - how they’re ranked, their benefits and caveats, and factors to consider when deciding on a potential career move to BigLaw. This month she’s covering midsized and small firms, outlining unique advantages but also potential drawbacks. What you might gain in greater client interaction and lower billable hours, you may lose in salary and administrative support. Zsaleh offers the intel and insights to help you decide if a mid (or small) but mighty firm is right for you. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gGDqu-ap And check out Zsaleh’s BigLaw article here: https://lnkd.in/gzJJrBGc

We’re partnering with a Chambers-ranked construction boutique in their search for a construction litigation associate. The firm is open to folks who maintain a broad litigation practice with an interest in specializing in construction work. Associates here are provided competitive compensation, generous bonuses, and an excellent opportunity to work with a well-established firm. Interested? Apply today and share with your network! https://lnkd.in/gxRVHDfc