“One thing you can always tell is when people really enjoy their jobs. And you clearly do. Your compassion and empathy really speak volumes.”
- Mid-level associate
Read More“Shauna, Hope you’re having a great week! Wanted to give you an update on my results this week. I applied to an open position at [AmLaw 50] via the chair of the group and he responded that they had just closed the position but would keep me in mind if another one became available. I thought that was a great sign considering it’s big law and the transfer I’m trying to make. So thanks again for the help with the résumé and cover letter, they seem to be doing exactly what I needed them to do!”
- Associate switching from boutique litigation firm to BigLaw corporate practice
Read More“I’ve really enjoyed our conversation. I feel very comfortable talking to you and very comfortable with your approach.”
- Director of Attorney Careers on providing career development services for AmLaw 100 law firm’s mid-level associates
Read More“Your insights are spot on. This is like therapy. I’ve always bounced from one thing to the next without ever really having a plan. It’s really, really nice to talk to someone with a fresh perspective. This was very productive.”
- International trade attorney
Read More“Thanks for all the advice that you gave on the call as well as the follow-up. I will digest the information and put it into action.”
- LLM trying to break into BigLaw
Read More“Thanks. I start at [Fortune 100] next week as a trademark and marketing attorney. “
- IP lawyer
Read More“There's an art to what you do. And you’ve offered an enormously valuable perspective.”
- Antitrust litigator
Read More“My cover letter just sucks. It’s a dumpster fire that should just be burned. So I’m glad we could just start from scratch. Having you do this for me is a welcome reprieve.”
- Corporate lawyer
Read More“Hi Shauna, [AmLaw 100 law firm] called me with a job and salary offer not long after you and I spoke. They offered $120k + $20k bonus, and said there is some room to negotiate. I told them I needed some time to think about it, and they had no problem with that. One of the partners kindly offered to put me in touch with a few of their associates to get some perspective, so I’ll be speaking with them tomorrow. I also discovered that a former [government] colleague went to work for [the same law firm] for a year, so I’m hoping she’ll respond to my LinkedIn message and give me some insight over the weekend. I’ll keep you posted on my decision. Thank you as always!”
- Government lawyer transitioning to BigLaw
Read More“Shauna, Thank you so much. The cover letter is exactly what I needed! You are incredible and I have been raving about you to former colleagues and friends so expect to hear from a few people!”
- National security / cybersecurity lawyer
Read More“Shauna, Thanks so much for the summary of our coaching session. I very much appreciated your wise words and am taking your advice in as I navigate through the next few weeks of interviews. Fingers crossed for a strong outcome. I will keep you posted.”
- Infrastructure lawyer
Read More“You’re the only other soul I’ve told this to, other than my family.”
- Cybersecurity attorney
Read More“I am encouraged! I really like how the résumé is going.”
- Regulatory counsel at FTSE 100 multinational conglomerate
Read More“I read the entire LinkedIn book last night! Once I jazz up my profile and be more clear, I think it will help me attract the right attention.”
- Senior in-house L&E counsel
Read More“Hi Shauna - Thank you very much for our conversation on Friday. I found it very helpful, and continued my résumé revisions over the weekend... Thank you again, and hope to work with you again soon.”
- Antitrust litigator
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