Frequently Asked Questions
- What legal staffing services does LawyerLink provide?
LawyerLink specializes in the placement of attorneys, paralegals and litigation support professionals on a temporary, temporary-to-permanent, and permanent basis. - Can LawyerLink manage document reviews and arrange for project space?
We strive to be your one-stop shop. Our team has extensive experience staffing, managing and providing temporary space for large document reviews in Chicago and nationwide. We also work closely with premier e-discovery vendors to assure you maximum productivity and efficiency on your project. Click here to learn more about our project management services. - Who are LawyerLink clients?
LawyerLink partners with law firms and corporate legal departments to develop unique, flexible and cost-effective legal staffing solutions. - Why do LawyerLink clients seek temporary legal help?
Hiring on a temporary basis is an appealing option for many reasons. Many of our clients look to:- Remain within budgetary constraints
- Reduce recruiting and overall staffing expenses
- Alleviate an overburdened workload for a period of time
- Orchestrate small to large document review projects or meet other specialized needs
- Satisfy staffing needs in the event of a hiring freeze
- Mitigate issues of low morale and other problems related to high turnover of permanent employees
- Quickly expand or contract a legal team with the precise experience required
- Cover for maternity, disability leave, and other staff absences
- Better manage out-of-town projects
- What is the cost benefit to hiring legal professionals through LawyerLink?
You pay only for the hours you designate a temporary employee to work. Since LawyerLink is the employer, you are also relieved of all the administrative burdens and direct overhead expenses associated with a full-time staff. We are pleased to offer you a detailed financial analysis further demonstrating how hiring temporary legal professionals can save you money. - What does the screening process entail?
LawyerLink recruiters conduct in-person interviews of all candidates because it is a critical step in better understanding our candidates and finding the right fit for your staffing needs. We place great emphasis on our behavioral interviewing methods in order to assess the experience, transitions and personality of our candidates. We realize that every person has a unique story and that attitude is an integral component to a productive work place. Careful note is made of individuals with a positive attitude who are willing to go the extra mile. We also verify the educational credentials, bar-standing and references furnished by each candidate. - Are temporary lawyers, paralegals, and litigation support staff as comprehensively screened as permanent lateral (direct) hires?
The screening process does not differ between types of candidates. We make absolutely no distinction between temporary, temporary-to-permanent, and permanent candidates. - Why are LawyerLink’s contract professionals available for temporary assignments?
Candidates consider temporary placement for a variety of reasons. Among the more common: (1) attorneys looking to pursue an alternative career; (2) attorneys looking to switch practice areas; (3) law firm associates and counsel responding to mergers, acquisitions, and dissolutions by exploring new routes; (4) recent law school graduates who have not yet received permanent position offers; (5) legal professionals relocating to a new city; (6) legal professionals seeking fixed hours to take care of families or pursue other interests; (7) legal professionals re-entering the workforce after raising a family; (8) sole practitioners and other legal professionals seeking supplemental income; (9) semi-retired attorneys. - Is it possible to convert a temporary LawyerLink professional to a permanent employee?
Yes, it is. And an additional benefit of hiring on a temporary-to-permanent basis is the opportunity for on-the-job screening, which facilitates the lateral-hire decision process. - Can clients also interview candidates?
Yes, clients are able to interview any candidate we present to them. Typically, our clients find it easier and preferable to discuss proposed candidates over the phone to help them choose the best match. - Are there any time limits on engaging a LawyerLink professional?
There are no limits to how long you decide to engage our legal professionals. You determine the duration, whether a day, a month, a year or indefinitely, for full-time or part-time work. - Where do LawyerLink professionals work?
LawyerLink professionals can work anywhere, from your office to any other location you select. If the project requires, many are willing to travel nationally and internationally. If your office is not adequate to house a temporary hire, we can provide the necessary space. Click here to learn more about our project center. - What are LawyerLink’s rates for contract professionals?
Rates depend greatly on the type of project as well as the appropriate candidate’s specific experience level and area of expertise. Please submit your job request online or call us at (312) 962-5750 to learn more about hourly rates for your specific needs. - What’s next? How do we get started?
Call LawyerLink or submit an online project request to schedule a complimentary consultation with one of our senior recruiters and we will assess your legal staffing needs. We will then contact the appropriate candidates and submit their resumes to you as soon as possible.
