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BY THE NUMBERS
According
to a study done by the American Bar Foundation and the NALP Foundation,
"After the JD: First Results of a National Study of Legal Careers": In
offices of more than 250 attorneys, the survey shows a gap of $15,000
in women's and men's median salaries.
According to the NALP's 2005 Associate Salary Survey, the median salary for first-year associates:
- $67,500 in firms of 2-25 attorneys
- Up to $125,000 in firms of more than 500 lawyers
- $100,000 is the overall median for participating firms
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LUMEN LEGAL NEWS
Lumen Legal's Employees Speak
"I have
recommended Lumen Legal to my friends and colleagues, and hopefully
Lumen will have more projects in the New York City area." |
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ASK THE EXPERTS
Karen Maheu
Do you have a question or challenge you'd like the Lumen Legal experts to address? Please , and we'd be happy to help you plan your strategy. |
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| The legal industry is changing around us.
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| This
time of year, people's thoughts turn to change. They make personal and
business resolutions, and they try to predict the coming year and
figure out how to make it better than the one previous. I'm no
different.
As
I've thought about 2007, two themes arise. Amendments to e-discovery
rules went into effect in December; this year corporations and law
firms will be grappling with those changes. Undoubtedly, it's important
to know .
And, the legal industry, as a whole, can move toward increased
profitability by shifting to a more business-oriented mindset. Law
firms can
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If
you're interested in discussing the ways in which the legal industry's
landscape will change over the coming year, give us a call. We'll help
you develop your strategy. And, if you'd like to make this year the one
in which you reach your career goals, Lumen Legal can help you assess
your next fit.
 Please
this newsletter to any colleagues who would benefit from its content.
And, as always, your comments and questions are appreciated.
Regards,
David Galbenski, Esq.
President and CEO, Lumen Legal |
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Kiss Theory Goodbye: Advice For the Business Of Lawyering
Success
in the 21st century legal marketplace requires more than an unwavering
dedication to client advocacy. Implementing the fundamentals of
business is just as important to long-term firm prosperity. This
interview with Bob Prosen, author of Kiss Theory Good Bye, addresses embracing simple business strategies to rapidly increase performance and profits.
Kiss success hello. >
Special book contest from Lumen Legal and Bob Prosen: See how you could win a special inscribed copy of Kiss Theory Good Bye. |
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e-Discovery: What To Expect In 2007
Amendments
to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure became effective in December.
Companies that aren't prepared to complete electronic discovery early
in the litigation process, regardless of whether they're actually sued,
may now face severe sanctions and penalties. Prepare by investing in a
litigation preparedness audit and discovering more about what's to come.
Get ready. > |
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| Writing Reader-Friendly Legal Documents: A Primer For Lawyers
Ineffective
writing makes legal documents difficult to understand. Many lawyers
find it challenging to develop a simple, clear writing style,
particularly in a field dominated by complex issues and voluminous
paperwork. For some typical pitfalls (using overly long sentences,
over-reliance on the passive voice) and some solutions, work with a
partner and try these tips.
Write for readers. >
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Don't Wait For An Emergency: Take Control Of Recruiting
If
recruiting isn't your favorite activity (and chances are it isn't), you
might find yourself putting it off and hiring under emergency
situations. The result? Usually, a less-than-perfect new hire. Hire the
best fit for your firm by devoting time and personnel to the search and
staying on top of the latest recruitment methods.
Grab the reins. > |
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Online Presence Can Help...Or Hurt
Want
to know more about potential hires? Head to MySpace, or use a search
engine to find personal blogs and other online tracks. The Internet
provides an effective way to perform an informal background check. But
be careful: There's more than one John or Mary Smith out there. When
you find online materials, ask the candidate directly for more
information.
Do detective work. > |
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| The Hard and Soft Costs Of Recruiting
Instead
of finding jobs through law journals, candidates surf the Web, chat via
text message and upload their resumes at will. This is especially true
among today's law-school students, who expect the firm with which they
interview to be as technologically savvy as they are. To attract
lateral hires, experts recommend firms emphasize what makes them unique.
Cut costs. >
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