Introduction
The first thing to note about law firm interviews, which set them apart from almost all other job interviews, is that it is truly a partner-led process. The pa...
Introduction
After your appraisal, the first thing you will probably want to do is to forget all about it. Obviously that’s not what you should really do but, having said...
We all avoid difficult conversations - it's only natural to do so. But, if you are going to get the most out of your appraisal, you really do need to be prepared to tackle the difficult issues hea...
As you prepare for your appraisal, you will almost certainly be asked to focus on the past year largely: what you achieved, and feedback - with less time spent looking forward to the next year. Tha...
As you approach your appraisal, an honest career "SWOT" analysis - just for you - is a great investment of 15 minutes of your time. In particular, you can use it to help you to focus on t...
Shifting from a private practice to an in-house role often means a pivot in your skillset - diversifying your legal skills; making decisions as well as advising; and defining your contribution with...
A firm move is one of the most important career decisions you make. The right move can transform your satisfaction and success. The wrong one can derail your career.
There a...
Introduction
All of us are better at some aspects of our jobs than others. We all know a rainmaking partner who’s technical skills are far from perfect or a great technic...
Key points
Delegating can be daunting at the beginning but it's a really important skill as you progress. You really should think about it in a structured and systematic manner and, to this end, PQE has set o...