Whether stocks are trending up or down, take a deep breath, and realize that the long-term fact is: Canada will continue. Regardless of any temporary outlook you have, or of the temporary situation you live in, we can all agree that those less fortunate are always in need. 2014 was my first real chance to help in a charitable way. My small and growing company was able to direct financial support towards…
Did you know that certain national and international law firms allow their associate lawyers and partners to invest in clients? Many local and regional law firms do too. Being allowed to invest in your clients means being allowed to invest in businesses that you already know inside and out. From top people, to current and future liabilities, to a strong business plan and cash flow. Different law firms offer different opportunities, and it is important that y0ur law…
DO YOU OFFER ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE? THEN CONSIDER THIS: One direction for your LinkedIn Profile is to use it as an extension of your brand. Like others, you probably know that your LinkedIn profile is a great way for employers to find you, and for you to find your next employer or that next job. What you may not know is that LinkedIn is an effective way for new…
I recently had a one-on-one conversation with a senior managing partner of a national law firm. He and his paralegal teamed up 29 years ago! He is not the only one. I have three mentors in the legal field that started working with their paralegal more than 20 years ago. These lawyer/paralegal teams are built on cooperation, trust and mutual respect. No lawyer is perfect, and everyone knows that a…
On your next vacation you can relax, take a deep breath and recharge. We all get caught up working our files, giving clients our best service, and closing the deal. However, as people say, all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy (or Jill a dull girl). Recently, I had the opportunity to fly to Halifax, N.S. for a law school friend’s wedding. Since I was going to…
How do you know if you fit in your firm? People often throw the buzzword “fit” around when making employment decisions. When considering your next job, having the right experience and a strong résumé always helps. With that in mind, you must consider the people at the firm. I was recently reminded of this when helping an extremely talented young lawyer relocate to Alberta. The earliest sense of your fit…
