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Do You Know When It’s Time to Supplement With Temporary Attorneys?
Changes can sneak in on a legal team. Over time, the workload may increase, or key aspects of cases and issues may shift to overlap
Meet Jim: An Assigned Counsel Case Study
Everyone, including attorneys, has a life away from work. When that life goes as expected, we have time and mental energy to focus on our
4 Considerations for Setting Business Goals for 2020
With the year drawing to a close, it’s time to start defining business goals for 2020. Setting goals can clarify the nature and direction of
4 Questions to Ask When Your New Hire Isn’t Working Out
Sometimes, a new hire seems promising on paper and in the interview, but struggles on the job. When this happens, you may wonder whether you’ve
3 Ways Seasonal Temporary Attorneys Can Help Your Law Department
Whether it’s vacation time, cold and flu season, or a rush period for your department, working with temporary attorneys can improve your workflow and reduce
Assigned Counsel Success Story: Meet David
One of our most requested skill sets is for commercial transactional help. Technology in particular requires a wide range of industry specific agreements. Such was
4 Long-Term Benefits of Partnering With a Staffing Firm
When many law firms or legal departments first reach out to a staffing firm, they’re thinking in terms of an urgent or short-term need. They
How to Make People Feel Good About Their Jobs
People perform better when they feel good about what they do, and attorneys are no exception. A sense of ownership, optimism, and accomplishment are a
7 Benefits of Hiring Temporary Attorneys
Temporary attorneys work with law firms and legal departments for a specified length of time. They often bring specialized skills to the team, help to
Assigned Counsel Case Study: Meet Elle
Matching temporary attorneys with law firms and legal departments requires more than merely a narrow focus on skills. While skill and knowledge are essential, so