We specialize in the search and placement of attorneys nationwide in law firms at both the associate and partner level and place attorneys with our corporate in-house clients at staff attorney levels up to general counsel.\u00a0We are skilled in working with qualified individuals as they approach career transitions, and would love to meet and assist you. A great first step is to share with us your current resume.\u00a0With this, we can keep our eyes open for opportunities that may fit your unique background.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Please take a look at the current set of search engagements that our team is currently prioritizing, and if you are interested in learning more, please contact us immediately.\u00a0 Also, please consider others you know who may be qualified and interested in one of these great opportunities.<\/p>\n
Shapiro Legal Search\u00a0devotes\u00a0its practice to providing world-class attorney search services to its clients. \u00a0We focus on creating long-term value for our clients, and pride ourselves in our ability to identify those attorney candidates to fit our client’s needs.\u00a0 All of our services are conducted with adherence to the highest ethical and professional standards.<\/p>\n
What We Do<\/strong><\/p>\n Shapiro Legal Search works on behalf of client companies to search for and recruit highly qualified executives and attorneys.\u00a0 All fees related to the search are client paid.\u00a0 Every search is based on a solid working relationship with our client.\u00a0 This includes developing a thorough understanding of the position specification, organizational structure and company culture, as well as the client’s expectations of the new person in the position.\u00a0 We then search for the best candidates utilizing our extensive network of industry contacts and referral sources and our vast central database of candidates.<\/p>\n Our job at this point is twofold:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Only if we determine that there is candidate interest and that\u00a0 the appropriate qualifications and attributes are possessed,\u00a0will we discuss the candidate’s credentials with the client.\u00a0 Once a mutual interest is established between the client and a candidate, we become facilitators of the process.<\/p>\n Your Shapiro Legal Search\u00a0search\u00a0consultant will brief you thoroughly about the opportunity, client company and the interview process.\u00a0 Your consultant will assist in negotiating all aspects of any employment offer and will help to identify and resolve and issues that may arise.\u00a0 Counsel on cost of living and relocation issues can also be provided.<\/p>\n Shapiro Legal Search<\/sup>\u00a0is not an employment agency, outplacement firm or advisor on career strategies.\u00a0 We counsel only with regard to the opportunities associated with our active search assignments.<\/p>\n Your Career<\/strong><\/p>\n Most of the attorneys we approach are not actively in the job market.\u00a0 Frequently, they are qualified lawyers in satisfactory situations interested only in having exceptional career opportunities brought to their attention for serious consideration.\u00a0 If you are going to leverage your career to its maximum potential, you will probably make several appropriate and timely job changes over the course of your working life.\u00a0 In order to do that most effectively, you must have a career strategy and give careful thought to how to achieve your goals.\u00a0 You and your family should define your values with respect to your work and desired quality of life.\u00a0 When we are aware of your qualifications, goals and values, we can approach you with those opportunities that are consistent with them.<\/p>\n How to Work with Us<\/strong><\/p>\n Career development is a serious process.\u00a0In exploring a career opportunity with Shapiro Legal Search, you should keep some important points in mind:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n You may rest assured that we will be sensitive to your personal and professional needs and goals.\u00a0 Confidentiality will be maintained throughout the process.\u00a0 Our ongoing relationships with our clients often provide us ongoing relationships with candidates we place.\u00a0 Therefore, we want to win relationships for life with both our clients and the executives we place with them.\u00a0 The quality and value of our service is what earns those relationships and adds value to our clients and executives placed with them.<\/p>\n Salary Information<\/strong><\/p>\n www.salary.com<\/a>\u00a0Find out what you are worth!<\/p>\n Salary Calculator<\/a>\u00a0A city-by-city salary comparison.<\/p>\n Relocation Information<\/strong><\/p>\n www.recruiterrelocation.com<\/a>\u00a0Free relocation service designed to cover the entire process.<\/p>\n www.homefair.com<\/a>\u00a0Find home prices and other useful information.<\/p>\n www.realtor.com<\/a>\u00a0World’s largest database of homes for sale.<\/p>\n www.citysearch.com<\/a>\u00a0Neighborhood city guide.<\/p>\n Free School Reports<\/a>\u00a0Learn about your scholastic options before you move.<\/p>\n Free City Reports<\/a>\u00a0Side-by-side comparison of two cities’ cost of living, climate, demographics and other vital information.<\/p>\n Community Calculator<\/a>\u00a0Identify neighborhoods in other communities in the United States with ZIP codes that have similar demographics.<\/p>\n Moving Calculator<\/a>\u00a0How much will your move be?<\/p>\n Relocation Wizard<\/a>\u00a0Plan your move with a custom timeline. Answer a few questions, then click “create a timeline” and let the Wizard do the rest!<\/p>\n Relocation Crime Lab<\/a>\u00a0Find a specific city’s crime statistics.<\/p>\n Mortgage Information<\/a>\u00a0How much will your new mortgage be?<\/p>\n Interviewing:<\/strong><\/p>\n Successful Telephone Interviews<\/a><\/p>\n Preparing For Your Interview<\/a><\/p>\n Interviewing: 100 Resources for Interviewers and Candidates<\/a><\/p>\n Candidate Chronicles:<\/strong><\/p>\n Candidate Chronicles<\/a>:\u00a0Resume Preparation Do’s and Dont’s Candidate Chronicles<\/a>:\u00a0Make Your First Impression Count – Part I Candidate Chronicles<\/a>:\u00a0Make Your First Impression Count – Part II Candidate Chronicles<\/a>:\u00a0Change IS NOT a Dirty Word Candidate Chronicles<\/a>:\u00a0Resigning Without Regrets Candidate Chronicles<\/a>:\u00a0The Dangerous Allure of Counter-Offers\n
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\nResumes can do more to hurt you than help. Follow these do’s and don’ts and your resume will stand out in the crowd.<\/p>\n
\nCongratulations, you have an interview! Now it’s time to put your best foot forward..<\/p>\n
\nCongratulations, you have an interview! Now it’s time to put your best foot forward..<\/p>\n
\nSuccessfully managing change in our careers is a big step \u2013 and often a stressful one that involves many emotions.<\/p>\n
\nLeaving a job is one of the most exciting things you can do in your career – and also one of the most terrifying. What should you expect when you tender your resignation?<\/p>\n
\nToday, changing jobs has become a necessity if individuals expect to advance their careers. Counter-offers can be very flattering. Before you fall victim to accepting one , here are a few things to think about:<\/p>\n