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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · 9d

Standing still in 2025? That might be your biggest risk.

Legal markets shift fast. Skills expire. Competition is national.

Explore opportunities before you’re forced to.

#LegalCareers #AttorneyAdvice #StrategicMoves

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · 16d

Just because you're succeeding… doesn’t mean you're where you’re supposed to stay. 💼

If your growth has stalled or your practice area’s shrinking, this blog’s for you:

www.onwardrecruiting.com/blog/lateral...

Lateral Moves in 2025: Should You Stay or Should You Go? — Onward Recruiting

Thinking about making a lateral move in 2025? The legal job market is shifting, and now might be the perfect time to explore new opportunities. This guide breaks down the factors to consider before ma...

www.onwardrecruiting.com

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · 19d

Mental health at work isn’t a benefit - it’s a basic need.

When people feel safe, creativity grows and trust deepens. This #WorldMentalHealthDay, let’s build workplaces where people thrive, not just endure. 🌱

#WorkplaceWellbeing #PsychologicalSafety

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · 20d

Let’s keep it real:

Money matters. 💸 But alignment matters more.

In 2025, attorneys want purpose, growth, balance - not just paychecks.

Design a career that works for you.

#LateralMove2025 #AttorneyLife #CareerClarity

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · Sep 29

Software can draft the brief. But only you can read the room.

Emotional intelligence isn’t soft. It’s what makes clients trust you, judges respect you, and colleagues rely on you.

Be the lawyer people want to call.

#lawlife #eqskills #legalpractice #onwardrecruiting

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · Sep 23

41.5% of Russell 3000 CEOs are over 60. Millennials rise fast.

Gen X? Still waiting. But in performance-driven spaces, results matter more than years.

Gen X resilience + expertise = untapped leadership power.

Time to lead on merit, not timing.

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · Sep 22

Quick check-in:

Are you growing - or coasting?

In 2025, lateral moves aren’t just about $$$.

They’re about alignment.

Because if you’re not moving forward… you might be falling behind.

#LegalCareers #AttorneyAdvice #LateralMoves

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · Sep 18

It’s 2025, and the pay gap remains. Lockstep works at the associate level, but partnership pay is still shaped by politics and origination credit. The result? A persistent gender gap - even when all else is equal. #InternationalEqualPayDay #GenderEquity

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · Sep 16

You’re not stuck. You’re building value.

Mid-level lawyers are the most sought-after in-house candidates - and for good reason.

If you’ve been leading deals and mentoring others, your timing is everything.

👀 A 64% pay jump happens after year five.

www.onwardrecruiting.com/blog/in-hous...

In-House Insights: Why Timing Your Move Matters — Onward Recruiting — Onward Recruiting

Thinking about moving in-house? Timing is everything. The biggest compensation jump happens after five years in a law firm, but waiting too long has its own risks. Learn how to strategically time your...

www.onwardrecruiting.com

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · Sep 8

Today is International Literacy Day 📚. Literacy isn’t just books - it’s access, opportunity, and power. In law, words shape futures. Millions don’t have that access. Support literacy → donate, volunteer, read to a child. Small acts = lasting change. #OnwardRecruiting

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · Sep 5

Giving back isn’t a tactic - it’s who you are. Charity builds trust. Trust draws in the right people. The right people move everything forward. Show up for your community, your team, your values. Purpose isn’t just powerful - it’s contagious. 💙 #onwardrecruiting

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · Sep 1

Labor Day isn’t just a long weekend - it’s a legacy. From the labor movement to today’s legal world, progress is built by people like you.

Here’s to the grinders, leaders, and those who know when to log off.

Enjoy the break - you’ve earned it. ✨

#onwardrecruiting

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · Sep 1

Just because you're succeeding… doesn’t mean you're where you’re supposed to stay. 💼

If your growth has stalled or your practice area’s shrinking, this blog’s for you:

www.onwardrecruiting.com/blog/lateral...

#LateralMoves #CareerCheckIn #LawLife

Lateral Moves in 2025: Should You Stay or Should You Go? — Onward Recruiting

Thinking about making a lateral move in 2025? The legal job market is shifting, and now might be the perfect time to explore new opportunities. This guide breaks down the factors to consider before ma...

www.onwardrecruiting.com

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · Aug 26

Where you start isn’t where you have to stay.

Legal careers in 2025 are all about alignment - not just loyalty.

Firms want business-savvy, specialized, purpose-driven attorneys.

It’s your move.

#LegalCareers #LateralMove #AttorneyLife

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · Aug 19

On #WorldHumanitarianDay, we salute the bold, heart-led pros who choose purpose over profit - every single day.

You show us that impact beats income. Always.

#PurposeDriven #WorkThatMatters #OnwardRecruiting

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · Aug 12

Young. Bold. Unstoppable. The future workforce isn’t next. It’s now. At Onward, we don’t watch. We help talent soar. Bridging gaps, spotlighting raw potential, and redefining roles. Here’s to hungry, unapologetically bold talent. #InternationalYouthDay

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · Aug 11

AI is everywhere, but soft skills still win clients.

Trust, empathy, communication: these make rainmakers.

Grow the lawyer, not just the IQ.

#lawfirmlife #softskills #legalfuture #onwardrecruiting

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · Aug 5

You don’t have to wait for your firm to act. The right opportunity might already be out there.⚖️

Check out our blog for:

✔ Skills gap analysis
✔ Salary benchmarking
✔ Market readiness

www.onwardrecruiting.com/blog/lateral...

#LateralMoves #LegalCareers #AttorneyTalk

Lateral Moves in 2025: Should You Stay or Should You Go? — Onward Recruiting

Thinking about making a lateral move in 2025? The legal job market is shifting, and now might be the perfect time to explore new opportunities. This guide breaks down the factors to consider before ma...

www.onwardrecruiting.com

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · Jul 31

Loyalty’s great - until it stalls your growth.⚖️

If your firm’s slowing down, it might be time to reassess. Our blog breaks down when a lateral move makes sense in 2025.

🔗 www.onwardrecruiting.com/blog/lateral...

#LegalCareers #LateralMoves #AttorneyLife

Lateral Moves in 2025: Should You Stay or Should You Go? — Onward Recruiting

Thinking about making a lateral move in 2025? The legal job market is shifting, and now might be the perfect time to explore new opportunities. This guide breaks down the factors to consider before ma...

www.onwardrecruiting.com

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · Jul 28

Eleanor Roosevelt once said the future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.

In the legal world (and everywhere else), the difference between “thinking about it” and “doing it” is everything.

#careerstrategy #professionalclarity #futurebuilders #careerthoughts

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · Jul 24

Seniority vs. Strategy: When Waiting Too Long Backfires

In-house legal teams want mid-level counsel - not over-specialized, high-comp candidates.

If you’re aiming to go in-house, don’t just add years - build range, leadership & relevance.

#LegalCareers #InHouseMoves #OnwardRecruiting

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · Jul 18

“It always seems impossible until it’s done.” – Mandela

We honor his legacy by driving purpose-driven hiring in law.

One ethical placement at a time.

Let’s make those 67 minutes count.

#mandeladay #legalrecruitment #onwardrecruiting #67minutes

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · Jul 17

Justice should shape more than the courtroom - it should guide how we hire, lead, and grow the legal field.

On #WorldDayForInternationalJustice, we’re reaffirming our commitment to fair, ethical recruiting that reflects the full spectrum of legal talent.

#onwardrecruiting #diversityinlaw

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · Jul 15

On #WorldYouthSkillsDay, we’re advocating for early-career legal support - paralegal training, clerkships, and mentorship that truly moves the needle.

At Onward, we see the legal future in the people we help place every day.

#worldyouthskillsday #legalcareers #earlycareersupport

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Onward Recruiting @onwardrecruiting.bsky.social · Jul 14

Thinking about going in-house? Timing isn’t just a detail - it’s your edge.

Attorneys who wait until the 5+ year mark don’t just earn more - they gain leverage.

Move too early, and you could stall.

Wait too long, and you might miss your shot.

www.onwardrecruiting.com/blog/in-hous...

In-House Insights: Why Timing Your Move Matters — Onward Recruiting — Onward Recruiting

Thinking about moving in-house? Timing is everything. The biggest compensation jump happens after five years in a law firm, but waiting too long has its own risks. Learn how to strategically time your...

www.onwardrecruiting.com

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