by Ari Alvarez | Oct 9, 2020 | Career Development
I know how confusing it is to steer those first few years of your law career. It is important to get clarity early on so you can navigate a path that works for you, and your career can skyrocket. The critical thing is to be intentional about the development of your...
by Legally Balanced | Sep 29, 2020 | Post by Michelle A. Lawless, Esq.
By: Michelle A. Lawless Founder, The Law Office of Michelle A. Lawless LLC Who do you turn to when you have a career question? A question about office politics? Work-life balance? Your career trajectory? Or how to advance to the next level? For many young...
by Ari Alvarez | Sep 15, 2020 | Career Development
The answer to this question is simple. It’s never too early to start preparing for partnership. Why? In part, because it will take you years to master some of the skills you need to become a partner. Also, because when your firm evaluates your candidacy, they will...
by Ari Alvarez | Sep 1, 2020 | Career Development
COVID-19 has turned our world upside down. Traditional ways of working, communicating, collaborating and networking have changed dramatically. Here are seven tips to help you network in this new virtual world. 1. Embrace Technology. There are many ways to stay...
by Ari Alvarez | Aug 18, 2020 | Career Development
If you are reading this, you are likely close to being considered for partnership at your firm and want to prepare. This is an exciting time in your career, but it can also be stressful and overwhelming. While some attorneys are crystal clear on the requirements and...
by Ari Alvarez | Aug 4, 2020 | Productivity
Your designated work space at home should both maximize productivity and maintain an inviting aesthetic. Whether you work entirely from home or use your home office as a secondary or backup work space, you need to make sure the area is appropriate for work. Here...
by Legally Balanced | Jul 21, 2020 | Career Development
Why bother dressing up when working from home? It’s a legitimate question, and one that, during the beginning phases of COVID-19, I was asking myself a lot. You aren’t going to see anyone except from the waist up on your Zoom calls. After all, isn’t...
by Ari Alvarez | Jul 7, 2020 | Alternative Work Arrangements
Telecommuting has become an attractive alternative for many professional moms. Technological advances allow you to work almost anywhere. All you need is internet access, a computer, and a phone. Employers nowadays are more willing than ever to allow their employees...
