All of Houston was thrilled to see snow in Texas and MS Legal Search was no exception. Two of our employees were especially anxious to enjoy the rare winter wonderland. This week, the weather outside was frightful, but the employees of MS Legal Search thought it was delightful. It rarely snows in
Texas-Based Firm Announces Pay Cut for First-Year Associates
MS Legal Search founder weighs in on the pros and cons of a firm's associate compensation decision. Texas Lawyer Blog December 10, 2009 Gardere to cut first-year associate starting salaries to $120,000 Gardere Wynne Sewell of Dallas took the plunge on Dec. 10 and announced a new first-year
MS Legal Search Helps Build a Community of Respect
This month, MS Legal Search did our part to increase diversity education by cosponsoring a powerful event highlighting racism and bigotry in America. This week, MS Legal Search co-sponsored an event hosted by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), a national organization advocating tolerance and
MS Legal Search Recruiters Guide Law Students on Career Issues
As students of the University of Houston's Law Center prepare to enter the workforce, MS Legal Search recruiters helped to make the transition just a little bit easier. MS Legal Search Recruiter Kristen Olson recently spoke on a panel before second-and third-year law students from the University
MS Legal Search Founder Invests Time with Bank Counsel
MS Legal Search founder traveled to Fort Worth to speak at the Texas Association of Bank Counsel (TABC) annual convention. With the recession hitting financial institutions hard, many members of the Texas Association of Bank Counsel (TABC) are concerned about the effects this economic downturn
MS Legal Supports Diversity in Houston
MS Legal Search aims to make this city a "diver-sity." MS Legal Search has long been committed to improving diversity in the workplace and in the community. Search Coordinator Victor Brooks is now heading MS's efforts to increase awareness of the value of diversit. On behalf of MS, Victor is
MS Legal Search Hits Redial on the “Legal Lines” Project
Last month's "Legal Lines" volunteer project went so well, MS Legal Search decided to do it again! In August, MS Legal Search continued its partnership with the Houston Bar Association and its "Legal Lines" project. All of MS Legal Search's recruiters are former practicing attorneys, so they
MS Legal Search Particiipates in HBA “Legal Lines” Project
This month, MS Legal Search recruiters took some time to give back to the community through "Legal Lines," a program created by the Houston Bar Association. MS Legal Search recruiters spent time after-hours this month volunteering with the Houston Bar Association's "Legal Lines" project. Held
Chairman’s $1M Paycut Puts Dechert in PR Bind
MS Legal Search founder weighs in on top firm chairman's very public pay cut. Chairman's $1M Pay Cut Puts Dechert In PR Bind By Anne Urda Law360, New York (May 12, 2009) While a handful of firms have already revealed that partners will be taking a salary hit in 2009, Dechert LLP chairman