Featured Position: Legal Director | Real Estate In-House Counsel

Summer vacations can slow interview scheduling, but they do not have to derail an active legal search. By planning decision-making coverage, reserving interview windows, and communicating clearly through unavoidable delays, hiring teams can preserve momentum and keep top candidates engaged.

The traditional choice between adding permanent headcount and sending work to outside counsel is giving way to a more flexible model. Legal departments are increasingly using interim and project-based attorneys to add capacity, access specialized expertise, and protect their core teams from burnout. At the same time, experienced lawyers are embracing these engagements as a deliberate way to broaden their experience and explore future opportunities. Read more about why flexibility is becoming a competitive advantage for both legal departments and legal professionals.

Not every strong in-house legal opportunity appears on a public job board. In this month’s Candidate Corner, we explore how thoughtful relationships with specialized recruiters, industry peers, and professional networks can help candidates become visible before a confidential or unposted role opens. The key is making your experience and value easier for the right people to recognize.