The stakes are so incredibly high when a partner chooses to make a lateral move and when a law firm chooses to add that lateral partner. That is why this article by Lauren Krasnow, JD, PCC is such an important read. For both the partner and the firm to find a successful, long-term match, start with the premise that “new laterals know nothing about your firm” and aren’t sure what they should ask, when it’s appropriate to ask it and who they should ask it of. Spoiler alert: There needs to be overcommunication in every aspect of this new relationship to grow it successfully (and to avoid its demise). We thank you for pulling back the curtain so productively, Lauren.
The #BigLaw professional development problem isn't only visited upon associates. The latest Fully Human Lawyer column from Lauren Krasnow, JD, PCC is well worth your time if you're in the lateral market (and you know you are!). Read up.
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4moThanks for amplifying this, Nicole! I will give a shout-out and say that any candidate lucky enough to work with you will be prepped throughout the interview process to make sure you get as much info as humanly possible, and that systems will be in place on Day 1 to ensure over communication. Your consistent integrity on things like that (as opposed to trying to make a buck by throwing someone’s resume or CV at as many firms as possible) is the reason you are my go-to whenever someone asks if I can recommend a good recruiter. Keep it up!