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Why “Perfect Candidates” Are Costing Firms Great Hires

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One of the most common hiring mistakes I see nationwide: waiting for the “perfect” candidate. The reality? Top attorneys are off the market in days, not months. Firms that move decisively — even if a candidate checks 80–90% of the boxes — consistently outperform those waiting for perfection. The trend is clear: • Faster interview […]

Video Interview Best Practices for Hiring Managers in Law Firms

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By Mary Beth Monzingo, CPC | Monzingo Legal Video interviews (Zoom, Teams, WebEx, and others) are a standard first step in hiring in law firms. As a hiring manager, you must manage technical, environmental, and interpersonal factors to evaluate candidates fairly and efficiently. Follow these best practices to run professional, effective video interviews. Before the […]

Onboarding New Attorneys: Best Practices for a Fast, Confident Start

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Bringing a new attorney into your firm is more than paperwork and a laptop handoff. A thoughtful onboarding program builds confidence, accelerates productivity, and reduces turnover. Here are best practices to help new lawyers hit the ground running. Start with a warm welcome. Before day one, send a brief pre-boarding email with start-day logistics, key […]

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