As a BigLaw attorney, the sky’s the limit and the world is truly at your feet. With a highly sought out skill set, resume to boot and an impressive deal sheet, you may find yourself with job offers in new cities. Relocation and moving are tremendous life changes that could yield long-term career growth opportunities. Sounds tempting? The grass always seems greener, right? Maybe, but there’s a great deal of planning and thought to put into this decision. At Langer Search, we take the time to weigh and measure opportunities for our candidates while hashing out the pros and cons associated with relocation.
Here are some of the most common things that come up in our conversations:
- Bar Exam: Are you willing to take a new Bar Exam? Does your admission reciprocate?
- Connections/Support: Do you have family or connections to the new city?
- Reason: Why are you looking to leave?
- Family: Are you married? Can your spouse easily relocate? Are your kids school-age?
- Timing: When do you receive your bonus? Figuring out a strategic start date is key and do you want to plan it around a vacation prior to starting?
- Scope of Practice: If you’re moving from New York, practice areas tend to be much broader.
A successful and seamless relocation requires proper planning, timing and precision. Langer Search can reduce your stress and mitigate any unknowns by engaging in thoughtful conversations before you take your leap. We’re here to help facilitate a meaningful dialogue, even if it’s in the earliest stages of your planning.