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Harrison Barnes' Legal Career Advice Podcast

287 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago - ★★★★★ - 1 rating

This legal career and legal employment advice podcast from BCG Attorney Search Founder and CEO, Harrison Barnes, covers the most important topics affecting lawyers and their careers. In each episode, you will learn how to grow and accelerate your legal career through in-depth discussions on issues affecting the law profession and those that work in it. Drawing from over 20 years as a legal recruiter and attorney, Barnes will explore the culture and character of law firms, how to move in and out of them, and how to rise, thrive, and sustain a career. Their discussions will offer advice for both Partners and those still on the path.

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Part 1 - Why Law School Grades Do Not Matter Forever: Law School Grades and Your Legal Career: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

August 10, 2023 10:30 - 22 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison delves into an intriguing topic that holds immense significance, especially for young individuals who believe it profoundly impacts their career trajectory. The focus of the podcast centers on law school grades and their pivotal role in shaping one's legal profession. Throughout the session, Harrison highlights the criticality of grades during the early stages of a legal career. Law firms, especially the prestigious ones, attach substantial weight to grades when ma...

Part 1 - How to Be a Rich and Famous Attorney: The Only Two Ways to be a Rich and Famous Attorney: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

July 25, 2023 10:30 - 30 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison unpicks the nuances of achieving success and fame in law, providing a roadmap for attorneys to navigate their careers smartly. This insightful podcast presents a fresh perspective on the path to a rewarding legal career. Harrison highlights a recurring pattern in law firm attrition, shedding light on the often overlooked benefits of smaller firms. He suggests starting your career in less prestigious law firms can result in a longer, more fulfilling career. Spattered...

Part 2 - How to Be a Rich and Famous Attorney: The Only Two Ways to be a Rich and Famous Attorney: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

July 25, 2023 10:30 - 32 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison unpicks the nuances of achieving success and fame in law, providing a roadmap for attorneys to navigate their careers smartly. This insightful podcast presents a fresh perspective on the path to a rewarding legal career. Harrison highlights a recurring pattern in law firm attrition, shedding light on the often overlooked benefits of smaller firms. He suggests starting your career in less prestigious law firms can result in a longer, more fulfilling career. Spattered...

Part 2 - Top 10 Reasons Attorneys Trained in Major New York City Law Firms Command the Most Respect from the Market: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

July 14, 2023 10:30 - 40 minutes

In this Podcast, Harrison explores a compelling topic about the top 10 reasons why attorneys trained in major New York City law firms command the utmost respect from the market. This podcast holds significant importance for legal professionals in New York and those outside the city who may encounter New York-trained attorneys throughout their careers. Harrison sheds light on the intricate dynamics of New York-trained attorneys and law firms, delving into their mindset and the factors that co...

Part 1 - The #1 Attorney Career Killer That Attorneys Are Never Taught: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

July 14, 2023 10:30 - 31 minutes

In this Podcast, Harrison discusses the number one career killer that attorneys are never taught. He emphasizes the importance of commitment in the legal profession, particularly in highly competitive law firms. Harrison shares a conversation with a New York law firm associate who was informed on his first day that most, if not all, of the first-year associates would be gone within five years. This lack of stability and the constant pressure to perform well can be daunting for new attorneys...

Part 1 - Top 10 Reasons Attorneys Trained in Major New York City Law Firms Command the Most Respect from the Market: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

July 14, 2023 10:30 - 31 minutes

In this Podcast, Harrison explores a compelling topic about the top 10 reasons why attorneys trained in major New York City law firms command the utmost respect from the market. This podcast holds significant importance for legal professionals in New York and those outside the city who may encounter New York-trained attorneys throughout their careers. Harrison sheds light on the intricate dynamics of New York-trained attorneys and law firms, delving into their mindset and the factors that co...

Part 2 - The #1 Attorney Career Killer That Attorneys Are Never Taught: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

July 14, 2023 10:30 - 34 minutes

In this Podcast, Harrison discusses the number one career killer that attorneys are never taught. He emphasizes the importance of commitment in the legal profession, particularly in highly competitive law firms. Harrison shares a conversation with a New York law firm associate who was informed on his first day that most, if not all, of the first-year associates would be gone within five years. This lack of stability and the constant pressure to perform well can be daunting for new attorneys...

Part 1 - The Importance of Law Firm Economics to Your Legal Career: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

July 07, 2023 10:30 - 30 minutes

In this recent podcast, Harrison stresses the importance of understanding economics in the legal profession, particularly law firm economics, and how it can impact one's career. He discusses the significance of billable hours and billing arrangements with clients and the importance of providing value, billing for value, and avoiding unethical billing practices. Harrison's podcast offers valuable insights and guidance for success in a law firm.

Part 2 - The Importance of Law Firm Economics to Your Legal Career: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

July 07, 2023 10:30 - 27 minutes

In this recent podcast, Harrison stresses the importance of understanding economics in the legal profession, particularly law firm economics, and how it can impact one's career. He discusses the significance of billable hours and billing arrangements with clients and the importance of providing value, billing for value, and avoiding unethical billing practices. Harrison's podcast offers valuable insights and guidance for success in a law firm.

Part 2 - The Top 15 Reasons Why You Should Not Be a Litigator: Most Attorneys Should Not Be Litigators: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

July 03, 2023 10:30 - 42 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares his valuable insights into the demanding practice area of litigation. Harrison highlights the risks, stress, and difficulties involved in being a litigator, including mundane tasks and attacks from courts, clients, employers, and opposing parties. Despite these challenges, Harrison suggests that successful litigators possess unique skills such as excellent analytical and communication skills, the ability to think quickly on their feet, and deep knowledge of...

Part 4 - How Any Senior Attorney With No Business Can Get A Job In A Law Firm: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

July 03, 2023 10:30 - 29 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares valuable insights on how senior attorneys without a business can secure positions in law firms. Contrary to common belief, Harrison debunks the notion that placing senior attorneys without business is challenging. With his extensive experience in placing thousands of senior attorneys over the course of two decades, he imparts his knowledge and effective strategies for achieving successful placements. If you're a senior attorney without business, facing frus...

Part 3 - How Any Senior Attorney With No Business Can Get A Job In A Law Firm: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

July 03, 2023 10:30 - 29 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares valuable insights on how senior attorneys without a business can secure positions in law firms. Contrary to common belief, Harrison debunks the notion that placing senior attorneys without business is challenging. With his extensive experience in placing thousands of senior attorneys over the course of two decades, he imparts his knowledge and effective strategies for achieving successful placements. If you're a senior attorney without business, facing frus...

Part 1 - The Top 15 Reasons Why You Should Not Be a Litigator: Most Attorneys Should Not Be Litigators: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

July 03, 2023 10:30 - 35 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares his valuable insights into the demanding practice area of litigation. Harrison highlights the risks, stress, and difficulties involved in being a litigator, including mundane tasks and attacks from courts, clients, employers, and opposing parties. Despite these challenges, Harrison suggests that successful litigators possess unique skills such as excellent analytical and communication skills, the ability to think quickly on their feet, and deep knowledge of...

Part 6 - How Any Senior Attorney With No Business Can Get A Job In A Law Firm: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

July 03, 2023 10:30 - 42 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares valuable insights on how senior attorneys without a business can secure positions in law firms. Contrary to common belief, Harrison debunks the notion that placing senior attorneys without business is challenging. With his extensive experience in placing thousands of senior attorneys over the course of two decades, he imparts his knowledge and effective strategies for achieving successful placements. If you're a senior attorney without business, facing frus...

Part 5 - How Any Senior Attorney With No Business Can Get A Job In A Law Firm: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

July 03, 2023 10:30 - 32 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares valuable insights on how senior attorneys without a business can secure positions in law firms. Contrary to common belief, Harrison debunks the notion that placing senior attorneys without business is challenging. With his extensive experience in placing thousands of senior attorneys over the course of two decades, he imparts his knowledge and effective strategies for achieving successful placements. If you're a senior attorney without business, facing frus...

Part 1 - How Any Senior Attorney With No Business Can Get A Job In A Law Firm: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

July 03, 2023 10:30 - 30 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares valuable insights on how senior attorneys without a business can secure positions in law firms. Contrary to common belief, Harrison debunks the notion that placing senior attorneys without business is challenging. With his extensive experience in placing thousands of senior attorneys over the course of two decades, he imparts his knowledge and effective strategies for achieving successful placements. If you're a senior attorney without business, facing frus...

Part 2 - How Any Senior Attorney With No Business Can Get A Job In A Law Firm: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

July 03, 2023 10:30 - 33 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares valuable insights on how senior attorneys without a business can secure positions in law firms. Contrary to common belief, Harrison debunks the notion that placing senior attorneys without business is challenging. With his extensive experience in placing thousands of senior attorneys over the course of two decades, he imparts his knowledge and effective strategies for achieving successful placements. If you're a senior attorney without business, facing frus...

Part 3 - Lawyer Depression and Anxiety: Why Most Lawyers are Depressed and Anxious Due to Practicing Law: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

June 20, 2023 10:30 - 26 minutes

In this Podcast, Harrison delves into a prevalent and often overlooked issue lawyers face: depression and anxiety. While the topic may not exude immediate positivity, it uncovers the underlying reasons for these mental health challenges, providing solace to attorneys who may feel alone. Harrison emphasizes that a significant percentage, perhaps around 50% or more, of lawyers experience depression and anxiety during their legal careers. The podcast explores how these emotional burdens can m...

Part 2 - Lawyer Depression and Anxiety: Why Most Lawyers are Depressed and Anxious Due to Practicing Law: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

June 20, 2023 10:30 - 33 minutes

In this Podcast, Harrison delves into a prevalent and often overlooked issue lawyers face: depression and anxiety. While the topic may not exude immediate positivity, it uncovers the underlying reasons for these mental health challenges, providing solace to attorneys who may feel alone. Harrison emphasizes that a significant percentage, perhaps around 50% or more, of lawyers experience depression and anxiety during their legal careers. The podcast explores how these emotional burdens can m...

Part 1 - Lawyer Depression and Anxiety: Why Most Lawyers are Depressed and Anxious Due to Practicing Law: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

June 20, 2023 10:30 - 31 minutes

In this Podcast, Harrison delves into a prevalent and often overlooked issue lawyers face: depression and anxiety. While the topic may not exude immediate positivity, it uncovers the underlying reasons for these mental health challenges, providing solace to attorneys who may feel alone. Harrison emphasizes that a significant percentage, perhaps around 50% or more, of lawyers experience depression and anxiety during their legal careers. The podcast explores how these emotional burdens can m...

Part 2 - Remote Vs. Hybrid Vs. In-Office Work: A Comprehensive Guide For Legal Job Seekers And Law Firms: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

June 15, 2023 10:30 - 33 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison delves into the crucial topic of remote, hybrid, and in-office work and its profound implications on the success of law firms and attorneys. Using real-life examples, such as Yahoo's failed attempt at remote work, Harrison highlights the challenges associated with teamwork, reliability, and information sharing in remote settings. He also discusses the traditional belief that face-to-face interactions are essential for career advancement in law firms. However, Harri...

Part 1 - Remote Vs. Hybrid Vs. In-Office Work: A Comprehensive Guide For Legal Job Seekers And Law Firms: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

June 15, 2023 10:30 - 33 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison delves into the crucial topic of remote, hybrid, and in-office work and its profound implications on the success of law firms and attorneys. Using real-life examples, such as Yahoo's failed attempt at remote work, Harrison highlights the challenges associated with teamwork, reliability, and information sharing in remote settings. He also discusses the traditional belief that face-to-face interactions are essential for career advancement in law firms. However, Harri...

Part 3 - Remote Vs. Hybrid Vs. In-Office Work: A Comprehensive Guide For Legal Job Seekers And Law Firms: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

June 15, 2023 10:30 - 30 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison delves into the crucial topic of remote, hybrid, and in-office work and its profound implications on the success of law firms and attorneys. Using real-life examples, such as Yahoo's failed attempt at remote work, Harrison highlights the challenges associated with teamwork, reliability, and information sharing in remote settings. He also discusses the traditional belief that face-to-face interactions are essential for career advancement in law firms. However, Harri...

Part 5 - How Attorneys Can Excel In Second-Round Law Firm Interviews And Get More Job Offers A Complete Guide: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

June 12, 2023 10:30 - 23 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison discusses the crucial topic of second-round interviews and how they can make or break your chances of landing a job. He emphasizes the importance of understanding what goes wrong during these interviews and shares valuable insights to help you succeed. Harrison highlights that when a law firm invites you for a second round, they genuinely want to hire you and invest time in the process. Therefore, you might be making some mistakes if youre not getting job offers a...

Part 4 - How Attorneys Can Excel In Second-Round Law Firm Interviews And Get More Job Offers A Complete Guide: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

June 12, 2023 10:30 - 31 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison discusses the crucial topic of second-round interviews and how they can make or break your chances of landing a job. He emphasizes the importance of understanding what goes wrong during these interviews and shares valuable insights to help you succeed. Harrison highlights that when a law firm invites you for a second round, they genuinely want to hire you and invest time in the process. Therefore, you might be making some mistakes if youre not getting job offers a...

Part 1 - How Attorneys Can Excel In Second-Round Law Firm Interviews And Get More Job Offers A Complete Guide: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

June 12, 2023 10:30 - 31 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison discusses the crucial topic of second-round interviews and how they can make or break your chances of landing a job. He emphasizes the importance of understanding what goes wrong during these interviews and shares valuable insights to help you succeed. Harrison highlights that when a law firm invites you for a second round, they genuinely want to hire you and invest time in the process. Therefore, you might be making some mistakes if youre not getting job offers a...

Part 2 - How Attorneys Can Excel In Second-Round Law Firm Interviews And Get More Job Offers A Complete Guide: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

June 12, 2023 10:30 - 32 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison discusses the crucial topic of second-round interviews and how they can make or break your chances of landing a job. He emphasizes the importance of understanding what goes wrong during these interviews and shares valuable insights to help you succeed. Harrison highlights that when a law firm invites you for a second round, they genuinely want to hire you and invest time in the process. Therefore, you might be making some mistakes if youre not getting job offers a...

Part 3 - How Attorneys Can Excel In Second-Round Law Firm Interviews And Get More Job Offers A Complete Guide: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

June 12, 2023 10:30 - 35 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison discusses the crucial topic of second-round interviews and how they can make or break your chances of landing a job. He emphasizes the importance of understanding what goes wrong during these interviews and shares valuable insights to help you succeed. Harrison highlights that when a law firm invites you for a second round, they genuinely want to hire you and invest time in the process. Therefore, you might be making some mistakes if youre not getting job offers a...

Part 1 - One of the Most Important Decisions Attorneys Make When Searching for Positions Is Deciding Which Markets They Apply To: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

June 05, 2023 10:30 - 38 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares valuable insights on a crucial topic for attorneys seeking job opportunities. He emphasizes the significance of exploring multiple markets, which can significantly impact career success. Through personal observations, Harrison reveals the peculiarities of job searches, where individuals struggle in one market but excel in others. Delving deeper, he explores the influence of market choices on an attorney's professional journey, lifestyle, and future prospects....

Part 3 - One of the Most Important Decisions Attorneys Make When Searching for Positions Is Deciding Which Markets They Apply To: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

June 05, 2023 10:30 - 32 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares valuable insights on a crucial topic for attorneys seeking job opportunities. He emphasizes the significance of exploring multiple markets, which can significantly impact career success. Through personal observations, Harrison reveals the peculiarities of job searches, where individuals struggle in one market but excel in others. Delving deeper, he explores the influence of market choices on an attorney's professional journey, lifestyle, and future prospects....

Part 2 - One of the Most Important Decisions Attorneys Make When Searching for Positions Is Deciding Which Markets They Apply To: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

June 05, 2023 10:30 - 31 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares valuable insights on a crucial topic for attorneys seeking job opportunities. He emphasizes the significance of exploring multiple markets, which can significantly impact career success. Through personal observations, Harrison reveals the peculiarities of job searches, where individuals struggle in one market but excel in others. Delving deeper, he explores the influence of market choices on an attorney's professional journey, lifestyle, and future prospects....

Part 4 - One of the Most Important Decisions Attorneys Make When Searching for Positions Is Deciding Which Markets They Apply To: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

June 05, 2023 10:30 - 38 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares valuable insights on a crucial topic for attorneys seeking job opportunities. He emphasizes the significance of exploring multiple markets, which can significantly impact career success. Through personal observations, Harrison reveals the peculiarities of job searches, where individuals struggle in one market but excel in others. Delving deeper, he explores the influence of market choices on an attorney's professional journey, lifestyle, and future prospects....

Part 2 - What Yale Law School Teaches About How To Approach Your Legal Career That No Other Law School Does: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

May 23, 2023 10:30 - 38 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares his insights on the career paths of Yale Law School graduates and how they differ from graduates of other top law schools. Rather than solely pursuing career success in law firms, Yale graduates have a much different approach to their careers. Many begin their careers in large law firms or the government, academia, think tanks, and public interest organizations before moving from job to job. Interestingly, these graduates have little to no experience workin...

Part 1 - What Yale Law School Teaches About How To Approach Your Legal Career That No Other Law School Does: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

May 23, 2023 10:30 - 34 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares his insights on the career paths of Yale Law School graduates and how they differ from graduates of other top law schools. Rather than solely pursuing career success in law firms, Yale graduates have a much different approach to their careers. Many begin their careers in large law firms or the government, academia, think tanks, and public interest organizations before moving from job to job. Interestingly, these graduates have little to no experience workin...

Part 2 - Interview Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

May 16, 2023 10:30 - 33 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares some interesting statistics about interviews and tips on preparing for them. According to him, candidates who receive preparation from a recruiter can see up to a 60% increase in the chances of getting an offer. However, candidates who do not prepare are likely to receive an offer only 12-15% of the time. Harrison believes there is a science to interviewing, and the key to success is doing things that impress employers. He goes on to discuss the six quest...

Part 2 - Resume Review Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

May 16, 2023 10:30 - 33 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares insights from a recent resume workshop he conducted for legal professionals. He reviewed resumes of candidates that had gotten interviews and noticed consistent patterns in their resumes. Harrison shares rules to follow to make resumes stand out and get noticed by law firms. He emphasizes that resumes should be tailored to the type of legal position being applied for and provides examples of resumes that worked and ones that did not. One example he provid...

Part 1 - Cover Letter Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

May 16, 2023 10:30 - 33 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares valuable insights on writing a successful cover letter for employers. He emphasizes the importance of making connections with people, which can significantly impact a candidate's chances of being hired. Harrison discusses how most cover letters are generic and do not help candidates stand out. He suggests researching the firm, its people, and it's practice areas to tailor the cover letter to the employer's specific needs. Harrison also highlights the signi...

Part 3 - Interview Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

May 16, 2023 10:30 - 35 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares some interesting statistics about interviews and tips on preparing for them. According to him, candidates who receive preparation from a recruiter can see up to a 60% increase in the chances of getting an offer. However, candidates who do not prepare are likely to receive an offer only 12-15% of the time. Harrison believes there is a science to interviewing, and the key to success is doing things that impress employers. He goes on to discuss the six quest...

Part 3 - Resume Review Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

May 16, 2023 10:30 - 32 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares insights from a recent resume workshop he conducted for legal professionals. He reviewed resumes of candidates that had gotten interviews and noticed consistent patterns in their resumes. Harrison shares rules to follow to make resumes stand out and get noticed by law firms. He emphasizes that resumes should be tailored to the type of legal position being applied for and provides examples of resumes that worked and ones that did not. One example he provid...

Part 4 - Cover Letter Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

May 16, 2023 10:30 - 44 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares valuable insights on writing a successful cover letter for employers. He emphasizes the importance of making connections with people, which can significantly impact a candidate's chances of being hired. Harrison discusses how most cover letters are generic and do not help candidates stand out. He suggests researching the firm, its people, and it's practice areas to tailor the cover letter to the employer's specific needs. Harrison also highlights the signi...

Part 3 - Cover Letter Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

May 16, 2023 10:30 - 29 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares valuable insights on writing a successful cover letter for employers. He emphasizes the importance of making connections with people, which can significantly impact a candidate's chances of being hired. Harrison discusses how most cover letters are generic and do not help candidates stand out. He suggests researching the firm, its people, and it's practice areas to tailor the cover letter to the employer's specific needs. Harrison also highlights the signi...

Part 2 - Cover Letter Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

May 16, 2023 10:30 - 32 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares valuable insights on writing a successful cover letter for employers. He emphasizes the importance of making connections with people, which can significantly impact a candidate's chances of being hired. Harrison discusses how most cover letters are generic and do not help candidates stand out. He suggests researching the firm, its people, and it's practice areas to tailor the cover letter to the employer's specific needs. Harrison also highlights the signi...

Part 1 - Resume Review Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

May 16, 2023 10:30 - 31 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares insights from a recent resume workshop he conducted for legal professionals. He reviewed resumes of candidates that had gotten interviews and noticed consistent patterns in their resumes. Harrison shares rules to follow to make resumes stand out and get noticed by law firms. He emphasizes that resumes should be tailored to the type of legal position being applied for and provides examples of resumes that worked and ones that did not. One example he provid...

Part 4 - Interview Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

May 16, 2023 10:30 - 40 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares some interesting statistics about interviews and tips on preparing for them. According to him, candidates who receive preparation from a recruiter can see up to a 60% increase in the chances of getting an offer. However, candidates who do not prepare are likely to receive an offer only 12-15% of the time. Harrison believes there is a science to interviewing, and the key to success is doing things that impress employers. He goes on to discuss the six quest...

Part 1 - Interview Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

May 16, 2023 10:30 - 34 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares some interesting statistics about interviews and tips on preparing for them. According to him, candidates who receive preparation from a recruiter can see up to a 60% increase in the chances of getting an offer. However, candidates who do not prepare are likely to receive an offer only 12-15% of the time. Harrison believes there is a science to interviewing, and the key to success is doing things that impress employers. He goes on to discuss the six quest...

Part 4 - Resume Review Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

May 16, 2023 10:30 - 31 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares insights from a recent resume workshop he conducted for legal professionals. He reviewed resumes of candidates that had gotten interviews and noticed consistent patterns in their resumes. Harrison shares rules to follow to make resumes stand out and get noticed by law firms. He emphasizes that resumes should be tailored to the type of legal position being applied for and provides examples of resumes that worked and ones that did not. One example he provid...

Part 5 - Resume Review Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

May 16, 2023 10:30 - 50 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison shares insights from a recent resume workshop he conducted for legal professionals. He reviewed resumes of candidates that had gotten interviews and noticed consistent patterns in their resumes. Harrison shares rules to follow to make resumes stand out and get noticed by law firms. He emphasizes that resumes should be tailored to the type of legal position being applied for and provides examples of resumes that worked and ones that did not. One example he provid...

Part 3 - How Attorneys and Law Students Should Write a Legal Resume: Resume Examples, Suggestions, and Resources: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

May 04, 2023 10:30 - 39 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison discusses the crucial step of writing a legal resume for attorneys and law students in the job search process. With so much competition in the legal industry, a well-written resume can help you stand out. Harrison provides examples, suggestions, and resources to help create a professional and effective legal resume. This podcast covers everything necessary to create a standout legal resume, from highlighting accomplishments to formatting for maximum impact. Take a...

Part 2 - How Attorneys and Law Students Should Write a Legal Resume: Resume Examples, Suggestions, and Resources: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

May 04, 2023 10:30 - 33 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison discusses the crucial step of writing a legal resume for attorneys and law students in the job search process. With so much competition in the legal industry, a well-written resume can help you stand out. Harrison provides examples, suggestions, and resources to help create a professional and effective legal resume. This podcast covers everything necessary to create a standout legal resume, from highlighting accomplishments to formatting for maximum impact. Take a...

Part 1 - How Attorneys and Law Students Should Write a Legal Resume: Resume Examples, Suggestions, and Resources: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search

May 04, 2023 10:30 - 32 minutes

In this podcast, Harrison discusses the crucial step of writing a legal resume for attorneys and law students in the job search process. With so much competition in the legal industry, a well-written resume can help you stand out. Harrison provides examples, suggestions, and resources to help create a professional and effective legal resume. This podcast covers everything necessary to create a standout legal resume, from highlighting accomplishments to formatting for maximum impact. Take a...

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