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Biglaw firms have pulled back in on-campus interviewing and early interview programs for summer associates in a?major?way. In fact, according to the National Association for Law Placement (NALP), this was the first time in decades that law firms have made the majority of their offers outside of traditional placement plans. According to the latest?recruiting figures from NALP, in terms of 2025 recruiting, total offer volume was flat, while 49% of callback interviews resulted in offers, up three percentage points from last year (although as NALP notes, this is below the offer rate range of 50-58% from 2014-2022). With fewer offers on the table, desperation was once again thick in the air, and it translated to an acceptance rate to those offers of 49% (up two percentage points from last year) — the highest acceptance rate NALP has ever recorded. The biggest news from this recruitment cycle, though, has been the fact that Biglaw is largely stepping away OCI in favor of alternative hiring plans. . . . #hiring #jobsearch #jobsearch #interviewing #jobboard #jobposting #hardskills #softskills #legalcareer #careergrowth #summerassociate #hiring #resumewriting #lawfirms #atlantalawyer #legalrecruiting #AtlantaLegalRecruiters #theRMNagency #legalrecruitingfirm #legalrecruiter #legalrecruiters #legalsearch #atlantalegalrecruiters #atlantalawfirms #biglaw #smalllawfirm #inhousecounsel #associate #partner

Christopher Robin once told Winnie-the-Pooh: “Promise me you’ll always remember: you’re braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” If you’re an in-house lawyer facing job uncertainty, these words might feel like little consolation. But they hold a powerful truth you must embrace if you are on the brink of an unexpected career change. Many in-house lawyers enter the corporate and government world expecting stability. Unlike law firms with billable hour pressures or solo practitioners constantly chasing clients, corporate and government roles can provide predictable work, a steady paycheck, and a clear career trajectory. But the reality is that job security in these worlds can be an illusion. Layoffs, mergers, restructuring, leadership changes, or shifting business priorities can turn what seemed like a safe role into a precarious one overnight. When that happens, the worst thing you can do is be caught off guard. The best thing? Be prepared. . . . #burnout #stress #worklifebalance #hybridwork #jobsearch #remotework #layoffs #returntooffice #RTO #AI #legalrecruiting #overwhelmed #flexwork #lawstudents #lawfirms #atlantalawyer #legalrecruiting #AtlantaLegalRecruiters #theRMNagency #legalrecruitingfirm #legalrecruiter #legalrecruiters #legalsearch #atlantalegalrecruiters #atlantalawfirms #biglaw #smalllawfirm #inhousecounsel #associate #partner

In the culinary world of networking, it’s not just the main course (your primary follow-up) that matters, but also the side dishes — those small, thoughtful gestures that can leave a lasting impression. Here’s how to add these meaningful touches to your post-conference communications. . . . #conferences #networking #jobsearch #lawstudents #recentgraduates #jobboard #jobposting #hardskills #softskills #legalcareer #careergrowth #resume #hiring #resumewriting #lawfirms #atlantalawyer #legalrecruiting #AtlantaLegalRecruiters #theRMNagency #legalrecruitingfirm #legalrecruiter #legalrecruiters #legalsearch #atlantalegalrecruiters #atlantalawfirms #biglaw #smalllawfirm #inhousecounsel #associate #partner

The first time I joined a sales call, I didn’t expect much. I was there as legal backup, not the star of the show. But halfway through, the client raised a concern about a licensing clause. On instinct, I suggested a quick tweak. The hesitation disappeared, and the deal closed faster than anyone expected. That moment was a game-changer. It taught me that my role as product counsel isn’t just about drafting contracts or mitigating risks. It’s about actively contributing to the business — and one of the best ways to do that is by being in the room with customers. Direct engagement with customers provides insights you simply can’t get secondhand. You uncover hidden risks, spot opportunities for improvement, and strengthen the bridge between legal and business. Here’s why showing up matters. . . . #lawfirmgrowth #lateralhiring #jobsearch #revenue #promotion #law #mergersandacquisitions #employmentlaw #transactionallaw #IPlaw #litigation #flexibility #lawfirms #atlantalawyer #legalrecruiting #AtlantaLegalRecruiters #theRMNagency #legalrecruitingfirm #legalrecruiter #legalrecruiters #legalsearch #atlantalegalrecruiters #atlantalawfirms #biglaw #smalllawfirm #inhousecounsel #associate #partner

Thanks to the?surging costs of child care across the nation, many working parents say they would rather have employers subsidize their child care than receive a raise. That was one of the takeaways from a?recent KinderCare Confidence Index report, which found 59% of respondents share that sentiment.?The survey, which polled 2,504 parents with children age 12 and younger, highlighted how some parents are putting more pressure on employers to help address the national child-care crisis. A?Business Journals?report last year?that looked at the nation's child-care shortage found growth in child-care costs has outpaced other daily expenses and the cost of child care keeps growing. The average national price for child care annually rose 3.7% between 2022 to 2023, to $11,582 per child, according to Child Care Aware of America. Especially as more working parents return to the office full time or in a hybrid capacity, there's been an adjustment period, the KinderCare report noted. . . . #womeninlaw #diversityinlaw #pregnancy #parentalleave #workingmom #lawyermom #leadership #worklifebalance #legalcareer #hiring #workculture #timeoff #careergoals #stress #burnout #lawstudents #lawfirms #atlantalawyer #legalrecruiting #AtlantaLegalRecruiters #theRMNagency #legalrecruitingfirm #legalrecruiter #legalrecruiters #legalsearch #atlantalegalrecruiters #atlantalawfirm #inhousecounsel #associates #partner

Strong showings in both litigation and corporate work in 2024 helped Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough grow its revenue and other financial metrics well beyond the rate of increase of previous years, its managing partner said. The South Carolina-founded firm, whose largest office is in Atlanta, reported it increased gross revenue by 18% to $934.6 million in 2024, double the 9% growth rate of the previous year. Its net income increased by a whopping 29% to $368.1 million—almost six times the previous year’s increase of around 5%. As a result, profits per equity partner (PEP) rose by 32.7%—almost four times the previous year’s rate—to $2.2 million. Meanwhile, average compensation for all partners grew 20.6% to $1.02 million—10 times the rate of the previous year’s increase. . . . #lawfirmgrowth #lateralhiring #jobsearch #revenue #promotion #law #mergersandacquisitions #immigrationlaw #transactionallaw #employmentlaw #litigation #flexibility #lawfirms #atlantalawyer #legalrecruiting #AtlantaLegalRecruiters #theRMNagency #legalrecruitingfirm #legalrecruiter #legalrecruiters #legalsearch #atlantalegalrecruiters #atlantalawfirms #biglaw #smalllawfirm #inhousecounsel #associate #partner

Many job seekers say they aren’t seeing the benefits of digital hiring systems, which are supposed to feature an easier application process, and also feel their resumes aren’t being seen by the right people — or anyone at all. In fact,?a recent report from resume and career advice platform MyPerfectResume?found 59% of job seekers believe less than a quarter of their applications are being reviewed by an actual human. The Job Search Behavior report, which surveyed 1,000 workers, examined a growing frustration workers are grappling with, which has led many to lie on their applications or apply to jobs outside of their industry. Additionally, 27% of respondents acknowledged they’ve lied on applications, 42% said they are applying for jobs they’re overqualified for and 71% said they are looking outside of their current industry to get hired. However, only 24% have managed to successfully switch industries.? . . . #worklifebalance #jobopportunities #TalentRetention #jobgrowth #jobmarket #jobsearch #careergrowth #jobboard #jobposting #hybridwork #flexibility #lawfirms #atlantalawyer #legalrecruiting #AtlantaLegalRecruiters #theRMNagency #legalrecruitingfirm #legalrecruiter #legalrecruiters #legalsearch #atlantalegalrecruiters #atlantalawfirms #biglaw #smalllawfirm #inhousecounsel #associate #partnership

As corporate initiatives around inclusivity come under fire, a new study has identified the biggest barriers to women being successful in the workplace –– and how addressing those challenges could boost the organization overall. In its?recent “Thriving at Work” research, Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership found the top three barriers limiting women’s ability to excel in the workplace: poor communication, a lack of transparency and problematic managerial actions.? The research also provided actionable insights for organizations looking to improve workplace culture, boost overall performance and foster workplaces where everyone can thrive.? . . . #burnout #stress #worklifebalance #womeninlaw #lawyermom #jobsatisfaction #recentgraduates #training #emotionalintelligence #communication #legalrecruiting #accountability #mentalhealth #lawstudents #lawfirms #atlantalawyer #legalrecruiting #AtlantaLegalRecruiters #theRMNagency #legalrecruitingfirm #legalrecruiter #legalrecruiters #legalsearch #atlantalegalrecruiters #atlantalawfirms #biglaw #smalllawfirm #inhousecounsel #associate #partner

There's no doubt that succeeding as a litigator requires preparation, determination and talent. But for some, the recipe for success in the courtroom also involves an additional ingredient: luck. From watching law-based movies to wearing certain articles of clothing, it turns out lawyers do believe in superstitions and engage in a variety of pre-trial rituals. A few have indulged my request for legal levity by sharing their good luck charms below. . . . #lawfirmgrowth #lateralhiring #jobsearch #revenue #promotion #law #mergersandacquisitions #healthcarelaw #transactionallaw #IPlaw #litigation #luck #lawfirms #atlantalawyer #legalrecruiting #AtlantaLegalRecruiters #theRMNagency #legalrecruitingfirm #legalrecruiter #legalrecruiters #legalsearch #atlantalegalrecruiters #atlantalawfirms #biglaw #smalllawfirm #inhousecounsel #associate #partner?

Picture yourself as a chef in the grand kitchen of networking. The conference has ended, but the ingredients you’ve gathered —the contacts, the conversations – are fresh and ready to be transformed into something delectable. Like a culinary artist, your task is to take these raw interactions and craft them into memorable, long-lasting relationships. In many ways, post-conference follow-ups are like seasoning a dish; you want to add just enough to enhance the flavor without overwhelming it. Here are some tips to help you maintain this balance. . . . #conferences #networking #jobsearch #lawstudents #recentgraduates #jobboard #jobposting #hardskills #softskills #legalcareer #careergrowth #resume #hiring #resumewriting #lawfirms #atlantalawyer #legalrecruiting #AtlantaLegalRecruiters #theRMNagency #legalrecruitingfirm #legalrecruiter #legalrecruiters #legalsearch #atlantalegalrecruiters #atlantalawfirms #biglaw #smalllawfirm #inhousecounsel #associate #partner