Law firms now require business plans from many associate candidates.

Topic:

Law firms require business plans from associate candidates

Expert:

Ronald E. Quirk Jr., Esq. Attorney Search Director, Special Counsel

Commentary:

“In this economic climate, many firms are understandably reluctant to hire mid-level or senior associates, unless they have a substantial book of business,” said Ron Quirk, attorney search director for Special Counsel. “But, firms searching for additional revenue sources would do well to consider hiring candidates who, though currently lacking portables, have a viable plan for business development. Candidates who have developed sound, creative business plans for tapping business development contacts can be a significant source of future revenue for law firms.”

Expert bio:

Ronald E. Quirk Jr. is an attorney search director at the Washington, D.C., office of Special Counsel. Prior to joining Special Counsel, Quirk was Of Counsel at several large Washington area law firms, specializing in federal regulatory law. For more information, reach Ron at (202) 478-4344 or ronald.quirk@specialcounsel.com.