FIVE WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR PARALEGAL WRITING AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS

  Mastering communication and writing skills are essential for paralegals. Part of a paralegal’s job is to communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and the courts. Paralegal work also includes doing legal research, writing and drafting legal documents (pleadings to be filed with the court), and drafting internal documents (legal memorandums). Here are five ways to become […]

AVOIDING THE EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT TRAP

We’ve learned several lessons about healthy work culture due to the pandemic’s effects on the workplace. One of the issues that continue to worsen is employee engagement. Accordingly, a recent Gallup poll reports a pattern of declining engagement, with only 32% of full and part-time employees reporting themselves as “engaged.” 17% of those polled described […]

3 TECH TRENDS AFFECTING 2022 AND BEYOND

Our dependence on technology has made big changes in the legal industry. Whether an increase in automated tasks, the growing field of artificial intelligence, or the need for better cybersecurity, we expect these tech trends to affect legal firms’ workflow and reputation moving forward. For example, a shift toward higher “tech literacy” will send signals […]

HOW TO HIRE THE BEST CANDIDATES IN A LEGAL COMPETITIVE MARKET

As discussed in our recent posts, market trends for the legal and IT sectors have transformed due to the pandemic. Despite job availability decreasing in some areas, Above the Law reports that the legal job market “is hotter than ever – with companies expanding and hiring at massive levels.” However, even with a hot market and more potential candidates […]

NOW IS THE BEST TIME TO MAKE YOUR LEGAL CAREER MOVE

As the saying goes, “timing is everything”. While there may be a lot of competition, the volume of interest on the employer side has consistently been higher than the number of people looking for work. Translated, that means right now, it is a great time to make your legal career move. Why The Best Time […]

HOW EMPLOYERS CAN NAVIGATE AROUND “THE GREAT RESIGNATION”

For employers, the pandemic’s economic crisis caused plenty of revisions in employment policies and procedures. Most organizations found innovative ways to retain talent while keeping their employees safe and productive. However, not every employer successfully kept the economic fallout at bay. Many had to face impactful changes to their workforce. As of January, an estimated 4.5 […]

ARE OFFICE ROMANCES A GOOD IDEA?

With Valentine’s Day around the corner and a future, as of publication, where regular, pre-pandemic contact with others seems possible, it’s an understatement to say quite a few people are thinking about romance. It isn’t easy to know why you have feelings stirring up over your co-worker, but office romance is an age-old phenomenon. In […]

REPLACED BY A ROBOT? NOT YET! READ ABOUT LEGAL JOB MARKET TRENDS FOR 2022

The coronavirus pandemic has changed things, especially in rapidly integrated law technology. There have been some cutbacks regarding the number of in-office hours needed, however, there is an increased demand for in-house law support staff and IT professionals. This is true, especially for those who want to move past entry-level positions. The biggest impact on […]

YOUR PARALEGAL RESUME SHOULD FEATURE THESE FIVE TRANSFERABLE SKILLS

Your paralegal resume should always be strong, but for recent graduates and those new to the profession, experience may be lacking on the page. However, you most likely have a varied skill set to offer, and these skills are highly transferable. If you find yourself without a substantial amount of experience to highlight in your […]

THE NEED FOR IT PROFESSIONALS AND TECH SAVVY PARALEGALS ON THE RISE AT LAW FIRMS

It’s clear now that the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we do business. Working from home, holding Zoom conferences, handling documents online, and e-filings have all had a profound impact on the way firms operate, and it’s beginning to shape the future of the legal sector. In February of this year, Team BRYTER wrote […]

SRS – RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION – 5 THINGS EMPLOYEES WANT MORE THAN A RAISE

An estimated 41 million employees voluntarily quit their jobs in 2019, according to the Work Institute. By the end of 2020, the firm predicted that 47 million, or roughly 1 in 3 workers, will leave their employment. According to the U. S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, businesses lose up to a trillion dollars annually due to voluntary turnover. When […]

HOT IT JOBS IN THE LEGAL INDUSTRY

Although the COVID-19 pandemic has caused some instability and uncertainty for the workforce, the legal tech professional’s market continues to grow.  According to legal tech news, companies and law firms are back to hiring legal technologists with the regularity and ferocity seen before the pandemic. It is anticipated that the demand for legal tech professionals will remain […]

FIVE REASONS WHY EMPLOYEES QUIT

Turnover is expensive. According to statistics, it cost employers three times a person’s salary for each replaced employee. The reasons why good employees quit are similar in robust economies as well as weak ones.  An article on NBC’s website revealed that a 95 percent of all employees were considering finding a new job and 92 percent […]

TIME TO CHANGE JOBS? LOOK FOR THESE SIGNS

You have been in your job a few years and noticed your motivation is dwindling. Maybe you no longer feel challenged to learn. Or perhaps you feel like you are going in the opposite direction of where you envisioned your career going. Everyone’s interests and goals naturally change over time. So how do you know […]

3 KEY ADVANTAGES OF USING A LEGAL RECRUITING AGENCY TO HIRE

    If you’re an employer seeking new hires, you may be curious about the overall benefits of using a recruitment agency. Here are a few stand-out advantages that you’ll experience when you work with SRS: We Have “The Reach” for Recruitment  Great candidates are difficult to find. Some potential candidates may not respond to […]

7 JOB SKILLS ESSENTIAL TO YOUR LEGAL CAREER

Searching for a legal job in 2021?  Employers today are pursuing applicants that possess specific skills. When describing their ideal job candidate, law firm hiring managers said that these seven skills were essential. Whether you are a recent law school graduate or a seasoned paralegal, these seven skills can help you stand out from the […]

TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL HIRING IN 2021 AND BEYOND

In 2020, the killing of George Floyd came a global outcry for systemic change. This movement allowed company leaders to rethink their hiring practices while seeking to advance racial equity. In 2021, the call is to create a diverse and equitable workforce where each person can bring their best self to work regardless of age, […]

FIVE SPECIFIC QUESTIONS TO ASK DURING YOUR LAW FIRM INTERVIEW

Virtually all advice related to job interviews involves helping the job seeker prepare answers to the interviewer’s questions. However, much of your potential employer’s impression of you will be based on the questions you ask in addition to the questions you answer. Besides asking the standard questions about job requirements, job benefits, or the next steps […]

LOOKING FOR A JOB IN 2021? READ THIS!

Job seekers and recruiters have had to make adjustments to the hiring process due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19). In April, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the legal industry lost 64,000 jobs.  However,  as job interviews and professional networking continue to evolve, the legal industry has begun to rebound. […]

COUNTEROFFERS AND COVID

Counteroffers – good or bad? The rate of revenue collected in the IT and Legal sectors have taken a nosedive this year. This is another economic effect of the coronavirus pandemic (COVID). Many law school graduates still remain in a state of limbo as top law firms have seen pay cuts, layoffs, and furloughs.  With […]