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5 Things You Should Know About..Crafting your Brand on Social Media

In the age of the “selfie” you and your online persona are everywhere and as a lawyers that is just as true, in some cases more so.  The internet is plagued with stories of those who have had job opportunities … Continue reading

Globe & Mail – Report on Business

In the December 19th, 2013 Globe and Mail’s Report on Business Adam Lepofsky was recently quoted discussing the issues surrounding mandatory retirement ages that although many industries no long enforce, many firms still do. “…many law firms are wrestling with … Continue reading

3 Things You Need to Know…About being a Mentor

Among the very rare things in life – like pleasant subway commutes, comfortable winters in Toronto and low-fat donuts – a true mentor is something that is hard to come by. All that said, I still recall wanting a mentor … Continue reading

Precedent Magazine – In-house Counsel

In the Winter 2013 edition of Precedent Adam Lepofsky offered his opinion on in-house counsel and the perks and differences for lawyers thinking of making the move in-house. – Precedent, In-house grows up. Continue reading

3 Things you Need to Know about…Negotiating Your Salary

What am I worth? It’s a tough question – one that is better answered by a sober assessment of your skills rather than the sentimental opinion of your mother. When you factor in our general malaise for talking about money, … Continue reading

The Brave New World of Compliance

Post economic collapse the role of compliance officers has expanded and become more widely respected, with greater government oversight and industry regulations constantly being reviewed and revised.  Vivia Chen a former corporate lawyer and now Senior Reporter for American Lawyer … Continue reading

Lawyers Weekly – In-House Counsel

RainMaker Group’s Adam Lepofsky was recently interviewed by The Lawyers Weekly, In House Counsel –  discussing his point of view on in-house counsel and the challenges and expectations of potential employers that come with making the transition into an in-house … Continue reading

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Advantage Magazine – Kevin Derbyshire on Diversity

Congratulations to Kevin Derbyshire, Vice-President and General Counsel of  Acklands Grainger, on his recent feature in Advantage Magazine, which highlighted both his career and his involvement with educating, and improving diversity in the workplace. Advantage in Diversity — Kevin Derbyshire

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Employee Retention: Millennials & Gen Y the Most Fickle Yet

Complaints about Gen Y and Millennials mount the list of top complaints for HR, managers and business owners attempting to curb employee turnover ranging from their unwillingness to do “grunt” work, to the entitlement issue and the fact that they … Continue reading

Lexpert Digital – Student Recruitment

RainMaker Group’s Adam Lepofsky was recently interviewed by The Lexpert Digital – Student Recruitment discussing his point of views on finding money in the legal industry. Continue reading

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