Julie Brush

December 12, 2017 | The Recorder

I frequently see resumes that attempt to squeeze too much information onto one page in order to conform to this “rule”—and it really isn't effective, or pretty. It's like trying to squeeze into pants two sizes too small. Technically you might be able to do it, but at the end of the day … it just won't look good.

By Julie Brush

3 minute read

December 07, 2017 | The Recorder

Speaking with a candidate's references provides an employer with a unique opportunity to gain more insight into the person they're about to hire. But many employers don't see it this way. Their referencing experience has given them a different opinion—based on unhelpful vanilla, cookie-cutter feedback and in some cases, no feedback at all.

By Julie Brush

7 minute read

December 05, 2017 | The Recorder

In an employer's ideal world, a candidate's references would provide a treasure trove of information … from the minutiae of their legal experience to the skeletons in their closet.

By Julie Brush

6 minute read

November 28, 2017 | The Recorder

Employers who hire legal professionals do not expect a candidate's numerical GPA to be included on the resume. Nor do they assume that if the GPA is missing from the CV the grades are subpar or a candidate is engaging in funny business.

By Julie Brush

2 minute read

November 22, 2017 | The Recorder

Being in a job for “a long time” is kind of like sitting in your favorite easy chair. It's comfortable. It's familiar. It's ... easy.…

By Julie Brush

8 minute read

November 20, 2017 | The Recorder

I'm a junior litigation partner at a mid-sized law firm. I have great credentials and trial experience, but no portable book of business. Will I be able to “upgrade” to a big firm as a partner?

By Julie Brush

8 minute read

November 14, 2017 | The Recorder

Professional references are an important part of the hiring process. And a positive endorsement can serve as the exclamation point at the end of a quality candidacy.

By Julie Brush

4 minute read

November 07, 2017 | The Recorder

If the new role you are assuming has greater responsibilities, then asking for an increase in salary is reasonable. But before you embark on your quest for more, I recommend that you prepare and craft your request wisely. Because without a persuasive … and humble pitch, you won't get very far.

By Julie Brush

7 minute read

October 30, 2017 | The Recorder

I want to hire a superstar lawyer I managed at my last company, but I am worried that poaching her will burn bridges with my former employer. What should I do?

By Julie Brush

5 minute read

October 26, 2017 | The Recorder

Being micromanaged … day in and day out … can be frustrating, infuriating and ultimately demoralizing. If too much time passes without a strategy to succeed in such a dynamic, your attitude/behavior will deteriorate—and compromise your professional reputation as well as your future career success.

By Julie Brush

14 minute read