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If you’ve been searching for legal assistant jobs lately, you’ve probably noticed two things: There are a lot of openings. The competition is stronger than ever. Law firms are hiring, but they’re being far more selective, especially as technology, client expectations, and hybrid work reshape what legal support roles look like. The good news? Finding a great legal assistant job in 2026 isn’t about applying to hundreds of postings. It’s about knowing where firms are hiring, which
In 2026, “return to office” isn’t a minor policy update. It’s one of the most important legal trends shaping who stays, who leaves, and who gets promoted. Because working in office has become a signal: culture, commitment, mentorship, visibility, and (sometimes) control. But here’s what most firms miss: the office only helps retention when it delivers real value like faster learning, better collaboration, and clearer growth. That’s exactly
If you thought law firm mergers were just a flash in the pan, think again. In the United States, 2025 was already shaping up as a record pace year for legal industry mergers and acquisitions (M&A). And now, as 2026 approaches, deal activity in the U.S. legal market is poised to accelerate even further. Whether you’re a client trying to
The legal industry is heading into 2026 with momentum. Demand for specialized legal jobs is rising, technology is reshaping how work gets done, and firms are competing harder than ever for experienced talent. At the same time, law school enrollment is climbing, remote work expectations are shifting, and new practice areas are emerging faster than most firms can staff them. In other
The legal hiring landscape has changed fast. A decade ago, most attorneys assumed the only real path to career growth was through a law firm. But today? Corporate legal departments are expanding, modernizing, and aggressively hiring. And they’ve added a powerful advantage to their arsenal: In-house legal recruiters. These internal recruiting teams move quickly, communicate clearly, and pitch roles
Shaped by tradition, hierarchy, and well-established expectations, the legal industry has always evolved slowly. But over the last few years, one generational shift has begun reshaping the law firm workplace faster than many leaders anticipated. Gen Z lawyers, now filling entry-level associate roles, are pushing for new norms around salary expectations, workplace flexibility, and career mobility. For firms like Prime
Finding talented employees in the law industry is a necessity. Whether it’s a high-stakes litigation team or a corporate practice group, every attorney, paralegal, and legal assistant plays a critical role in a firm’s success. Yet, finding and retaining that talent has become increasingly complex. That’s where a legal recruiter comes in. For law firms across Richmond, VA, and beyond, partnering with specialized legal staffing agencies like Prime Legal ensures
Introduction: The New Retention Crisis in Legal Hiring The legal industry is in the middle of a structural shift. Attorney turnover is at a historic high, lateral moves are rising, and the expectations of today’s legal professionals look nothing like they did a decade ago. Law firms of all sizes across the country are asking the same question: How