October 05, 2023 | The American Lawyer
Using Integration Discussions During Lateral Partner Interviews"Firms which begin business opportunity/cross-selling discussions earlier—but not too early—see a significant net benefit in lateral partner recruiting. I also address some of the common resistance points and how to address them," Dan Binstock said.
By Dan Binstock
8 minute read
November 17, 2022 | The American Lawyer
Repurposing of Associates During a Slowdown: Pros, Cons and Unintended ConsequencesAs law firms consider moving associates to busier practice areas rather than facing layoffs, they should consider some less obvious impacts to both the associates and the partners who take them on.
By Dan Binstock and Erin Sears
6 minute read
October 18, 2022 | The American Lawyer
One Simple Strategy to Improve Lateral Partner Due DiligenceLaw firms are missing the mark on some critical questions common to every lateral partner questionnaire.
By Dan Binstock and Tina Solis
5 minute read
June 01, 2021 | The American Lawyer
High-Performing Partners Equally Plagued With Mental Health StrugglesAs a recruiter, author Dan Binstock sees high-level partners at a vulnerable time in their career, and the stress and anxiety can be palpable.
By Dan Binstock
6 minute read
August 15, 2019 | The American Lawyer
Navigating the Ethical Maze When Moving From Government to Private PracticeTo minimize the need for recusal during the lateral process, there are some important questions to ask yourself and your ethics officer.
By Dan Binstock
10 minute read
February 22, 2017 | Daily Business Review
Is Your Firm Guilty of Playing Lateral Partner Bingo?In selling their firm to lateral candidates, firm leaders are often using the same pitches as their competitors. Recruiter Dan Binstock offers advice on differentiation.
By Dan Binstock
9 minute read
December 03, 2015 | The American Lawyer
Making a Lateral Move? Here's How to Get a Signing BonusMore than ever, firms are offering laterals signing bonuses.
By Dan Binstock
4 minute read
December 03, 2015 | The American Lawyer
Making a Lateral Move? Here's How to Get a Signing BonusMore than ever, firms are offering laterals signing bonuses.
By Dan Binstock
4 minute read
October 31, 2005 | National Law Journal
Counselor and Confidant?What causes attorneys to move from firm to firm? Many say that their firm's lack of attention to professional development is a main reason they're leaving. As a result, over the past few years law firms have started to give more attention to establishing in-house professional development programs for attorneys.
By Dan Binstock
8 minute read
January 29, 2009 | National Law Journal
Flight of the rainmakersMany large firms took an unexpected punch to the gut over the past year, leaving lawyers and legal journalists to wring their hands over mounting concerns. One issue that may move to the forefront in early 2009 is the potential "flight to quality" for rainmakers.
By Dan Binstock
8 minute read
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