Mike Evers

March 11, 2013 | Inside Counsel

The psychology of sudden job loss merits some attention here, if only to say that recruiters do get it.

By Mike Evers

4 minute read

February 04, 2013 | Inside Counsel

There are dozens of events throughout the year around the country offering inside counsel opportunities for continuing legal education (CLE), broad based networking and dialogue with service provider sponsors.

By Mike Evers

7 minute read

January 14, 2013 | Inside Counsel

At the largest firms in big markets like New York, Chicago and San Francisco, we still see a pyramid structure in which associates outnumber partners (though barely).

By Mike Evers

3 minute read

December 10, 2012 | Inside Counsel

The vast majority of reference check calls should really be labeled validation calls.

By Mike Evers

3 minute read

November 26, 2012 | Inside Counsel

Last month I suggested five tips for using inside counsel freelancers. Now its time to flip the coin and offer advice for inside counsel who wish to freelance.

By Mike Evers

5 minute read

October 18, 2012 | Inside Counsel

Law department talent models continue to evolve in response to the question so often posed at inside counsel conferences: How can general counsel handle increasing compliance requirements and other legal needs, while meeting stricter budgetary goals?

By Mike Evers

4 minute read

September 17, 2012 | Inside Counsel

I was wrong.

By Mike Evers

2 minute read

August 09, 2012 | Inside Counsel

Ive discussed the importance of extracurricular activities such as conference networking, article writing and pro bono efforts.

By Mike Evers

2 minute read

July 12, 2012 | Inside Counsel

Many of our firms search assignments involve geographic relocation, often to small markets with one major Fortune 500 employer.

By Mike Evers

6 minute read

June 14, 2012 | Inside Counsel

In the wake of another major law firm collapse, Im getting more calls than ever from associates and partners who crave the job security of working for a corporate law department.

By Mike Evers

6 minute read