2012 In-House Compensation Report
Ashley Post, InsideCounsel | February 2012
InsideCounsel makes predictions regarding the state of the in-house legal market in 2012 including compensation, hiring trends, and what it takes to make it as an in-house counsel. InsideCounsel notes a moderate increase in base salaries and bonuses, and offers advice on how to earn more. Vanessa Vidal of ESQ Recruiting participated in the story. Read More
Legal Department Hiring on the Rise: In-House Hiring Market Slowly Emerging From a Deep Freeze
Melissa Maleske, InsideCounsel | March 2011
InsideCounsel explores the condition of the in-house hiring market which is slowly emerging from a deep freeze. With legal jobs in demand, the market is flooded with quality applicants. Both recruiters and general counsel report a large number of resumés being submitted by high-caliber lawyers, which has translated into companies demanding more of their hires. Vanessa Vidal of ESQ Recruiting participated in the story. Read More
Building Worth: In-House Counsel Must Prove Value
Kayleigh Roberts and Ashley Trent, InsideCounsel | February 2011
InsideCounsel explores the state in in-house counsels after the financial meltdown, including salaries, onuses, long-term incentives, supply and demand issues, the expectations of legal departments, how in-house counsels are demonstrating value. in this new economy. Vanessa Vidal of ESQ Recruiting participated in the story. Read More
Vanessa Vidal's Interview Regarding the In-House Job Market
Jesse Travis, Corporate Counsel Weekly | December 2010
Vanessa Vidal of ESQ Recruiting conducted an interview with Corporate Counsel Weekly to discuss the in-house job market, employment prospects for candidates, and hiring trends for 2011. Read More
Two Thumbs Up: Using the Web to Screen Job Applicants
Joe Dysart, Partner's Report for Law Firm Owners | August 2010
The article focuses on employers who use the Web to do background checks on legal job applicants. The article was based on a report released by market researcher Cross-Tab, which found that 75% of U.S. companies now have formal policies requiring Web screening of all applicants. Vanessa Vidal of ESQ Recruiting was a featured contributor to the article. Read MoreMind the Gap: Generation Y Attorneys Enter the Workplace
Lauren Williamson, InsideCounsel | February 2010
InsideCounsel explores the impact Gen Y attorneys are having on legal departments and law firms -- the contributions, the quarrels, and ultimately the understanding that must be reached as multiple and vastly different generation join each other in the workplace. Vanessa Vidal of ESQ Recruiting participated in the story. Read MoreAfter the Ax: As Layoffs Hit The In-House Bar, Lawyers Struggle But Stay Hopeful
Lauren Williamson, InsideCounsel | August 2009
InsideCounsel examines the fate of in-house counsels in this challenging economy as many companies are cutting attorneys loose and expecting the remaining legal staff to do more with less. InsideCounsel takes a look at in-house layoff woes, how legal departments are accomplishing more with less and signs that yes—the worst may truly be over. Vanessa Vidal of ESQ Recruiting participated in the story. Read MoreDesigning Diversity: Driving Diversity and Inclusion in Your Legal Department
Melissa Maleske, InsideCounsel | June 2009
InsideCounsel looks at how legal departments are faring in their drive to improve diversity. Law departments share their strategies, success stories, and challenges in promoting diversity. Vanessa Vidal of ESQ Recruiting participated in the story. Read More
Sign of the Times: Will Corporate Budget Restraints Affect In-House Diversity Initiatives?
Hannah Hayes, Perspectives | Spring 2009
Perspectives, a publication of the ABA's Commission on Women in the Profession, explored the incentives and policies use to increase diversity within corporate in-house counsel. The article looked at hiring trends and current job market and its impact on diversity initiative. Vanessa Vidal of ESQ Recruiting participated in the story. Subscription Copy Available Here
Moving Up
Melissa Maleske, InsideCounsel | February 2009
In a gloomy job market, taking control of your career can make all the difference. InsideCounsel asked in-house lawyers and career experts, including Vanessa Vidal of ESQ Recruiting, to share their most valued tips. Here is their best advice on how to set yourself apart and jumpstart your professional life. Read More
Salary Slump
Melissa Maleske & Christopher Danzig, InsideCounsel | January 2009
In a gloomy job market, taking control of your career can make all the difference. InsideCounsel asked in-house lawyers and career experts, including Vanessa Vidal of ESQ Recruiting, to share their most valued tips. Here is their best advice on how to set yourself apart and jumpstart your professional life. Read More |
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