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Best way to land a job?
Attorneys say networking most effective
MENLO PARK, Calif. -- The old adage, "It's not what you know but who you know," may hold true when it comes to landing a job in the legal profession, a new survey shows. Nearly half (48 percent) of attorneys interviewed feel networking is the most effective way to find work in the legal field.
The survey was developed by Robert Half Legal, a leading staffing service specializing in attorneys, paralegals and other highly skilled legal professionals. It was conducted by an independent research firm and includes responses from 300 attorneys among the largest law firms and corporations in the United States and Canada. All respondents have at least three years of experience in the legal field.
"In the tight-knit legal community, knowing the right person is often the most effective way to discover the best opportunities," said Charles Volkert, executive director of Robert Half Legal. "Attorneys can use professional networking sites, in addition to traditional networking activities, to meet new people and uncover job leads."
Volkert suggested legal candidates also consider the services of a specialized staffing or recruiting firm. "With their vast databases of professional contacts and industry expertise, recruiters can provide numerous leads and in-depth information on prospective employers, opening doors job seekers might not even know existed."
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