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Truth be told, it’s not always easy to find a job in law, no matter how hard you studied at law school or how determined you are. However, there are a few things you can do to improve your chances so you’re more likely to be hired.

Apply for Every Job

Not every job will appeal to you but it will not hurt for you to apply for them. Do not hold back and wait for the ideal law-related job to come along, it may never materialise. Look for any and every job and you’re more likely to be hired.

What’s more, is applying for jobs and going to interviews can be good practise. After a while you will know exactly what to write on those application forms and what to say at an interview.

Apply for a job even if you don’t think you’ll get it, it’s always worth a try.

Be Flexible about Where you Work

You may be tempted to look for work in your city but there may not be as many openings as you’d hope. Look for jobs outside of your city, even if they are a few hundred miles away. The more jobs you apply for the more likely it is that you’re going to be offered one. If you’re not sure you have the time to look for work in another city use a legal recruitment agency to help you search.

Apply to Those Small Law Firms

Yes it would be lovely if you could work for a large law firm but your dreams may not be realistic. Apply to those small law firms and take the interview just as seriously as you would applying for a large firm.

A small law firm may slowly but surely introduce you to the world of law and help you get on your feet.

Talk to Anyone who Works in Law

Do you know someone else who works in law? Talk to them, let them know you’re looking for work. Build those connections and you may well hear of a job opening that you like the sound of. There’s no harm in making sure more people know you are looking for a job in law, so start connecting with people who already are.

Dress Appropriately for Interviews

Whether you’re applying for a job with a small law firm or with the country’s most prestigious law firm you need to dress appropriately for interviews. Make sure you look and sound the part and really sell yourself, it’s not all about your resume. Let the interviewer know how they would benefit from employing you, ask them questions about the position and appear interested. You may not want the job in question but it never hurts to do your best at an interview. If you’re offered a job you’re not sure you want, take it, you could gain valuable experience.

Finding a job in law is not always as easy as you may have hoped. However, if you use the above tips when searching for a post you’re more likely to be successful.

Coping with the loss of a loved one is never easy, in fact, it can be devastating. There is no right way to feel, and everyone reacts differently to bereavement. It’s likely that you will go through a range of emotions.

Emotions can come over you like a wave and you may feel as if you’ve been knocked off your feet. This is perfectly normal and is part of the grieving process.

Allow yourself to Feel

Remind yourself that you are allowed to feel all of the emotions that can hit you like a slap in the face. It’s important that you understand there is no right or wrong way to feel.

Let People Support you

It’s important that you let people support you during this difficult time. While you may wish to be along you should try not to spend too much time by yourself. Friends and family will want to help and support you during this difficult time. They can help you with your grief and make you feel like you’re not alone.

Try to Accept That They are Gone

I know that you may not want to accept that your loved one has gone. I know what it’s like to expect them to walk through the door any minute now, however, you may have to deal with funeral arrangements. Try to look at what headstones are available and find one that you think is suitable. Some people find that dealing with funeral arrangements can help you to accept your loss.

The Different Stages of Grief

There are five stages of grief that many people find themselves going through. These stages are:

• Denial – It may seem completely incomprehensible to you that your loved one is gone.
• Anger – You may feel anger at your loved one for leaving you, this is normal.
• Bargaining – It’s not uncommon for those who are grieving to go through the bargaining stage. This stage typically involves the grieving person thinking “If only this had happened things would be different.
• Depression – You may feel an overwhelming sadness, this is perfectly normal and it will not last forever.
• Acceptance – This is the final stage of grief and will see you coming to terms with your loved-one’s death, however hard it might be. Your pain will be more manageable now and you may find yourself trying to get on with day-to-day activities.

Grief can be overwhelming, it can be devastating and make you feel alone. With a little bit of help from family and friends, you can start to accept the death of your loved one. Please make sure you don’t spend too much time alone. Talk about your feelings and give yourself time to grieve. Think about how your loved one would have wanted you to carry on doing the things you enjoy. Take one day at a time and sooner or later the pain won’t hurt quite so much. If you find you’re struggling talk to a doctor or counsellor about your pain.

Do you know anything about intellectual property rights? The likelihood is that you do not but if you are running a business then this is something which you need to gain a greater understanding of. The rules and regulations around intellectual property rights can be very complex and also very confusing which is why you do not need be an expert, but you do need to have a basic level understanding of the fundamentals around these laws. We caught up with industry expert when it comes to intellectual property Michael E Melton, to find out why this it is important that you know about these laws, and what makes up the four corners of these rights.  

Why It Is Important

The reason why it is vital that business owners have an understanding abut intellectual property laws is for reasons of protection. If a business were to infringe upon the rights of another, using something that they have created for the benefit of their business, there are some heavy consequences which may occur. In some cases this may be nothing more than a warning or a financial slap on the wrist, in other cases however the punishments can be far more severe and do great damage to your business.

Patent

A patent is one of the four cornerstones of intellectual property rights and this covers an idea, a product or a part which has been invented by someone that is entirely unique. Once someone invents something like this they can apply to have it patented which then gives them the sole rights and responsibilities in terms of permitting others to use, or reproduce their invention.

Copyright 

Copyright seeks to protect the way in which an idea is presented and whilst the idea itself may not be entirely original, the way that it is presented can be. Copyright includes aspects such as written work for literature or film, architectural drawings, written computer code, music and software. If a piece i protected by copyright it cannot be used in the same way by anyone else.

Trademark

Trademark refers to signs, symbols, logos, smells, phrases and color schemes which are created by a company with the idea of using them to identify the company. For example the McDonald’s slogan ‘I’m loving it’ is a trademarked slogan which cannot be sued by anyone else.

Trade Secret

If information about processes, strategy, formula or devices is stolen from a business and used by another then this is considered to be against the Trade Secrets act, put in place to prevent this from occurring. A business will have to protect itself of course but if theft happens then they are covered.

Bonus – Unfair Competition

Unfair competition also falls within the intellectual property law and it prevents businesses from using foul play to gain an advantage over its competition. This could include practices such as trade defamation, copyright infringement, misrepresentation of an image or name or even false advertising.

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For many years the world of private investigation was a suspicious one, an industry which appeared to operate within the dark corners of this world and one which nobody really knew much about. This reputation, or at least its appearance not only put clients off using private investigators, but also caused a rise in the number of shysters who would use the role of a private investigator to perform sub-standard results in order to make money. Thankfully however Trustify is seeking to change all of that, a one-stop shop for all of your private investigation needs who are slowly but surely changing the face of this industry, and here is how.

Top Quality

In the past you wold never really know how good a private investigator was until you had worked with them, by which time it would of course be too late. Trutsify however seek to change that by pairing you up with the highest quality of private investigator. They can do this because of their strict vetting program which is carried out on every PI who wishes to work for the company. The result is high level private investigators like Jennifer Mellon and Danny Boice, leaders in their field. Trustify will always ensure that the very best PIs are working with them.  

Cost

Another great problem with the shady dealings of many PIs over the course of history has been the way in which pricing is discussed, often loaded with hidden fees, complicated invoicing or unexpected charges for the client. Trustify completely changed the mould when they began business however and they pride themselves on a pricing structure which is both reasonable and transparent. Clients can be safe in the knowledge that the quote they are given is the price that they’ll pay.

Customer Support  

Trustify offers comprehensive support for its clients and has a support desk which is always on hand to deal with any complaints or queries. Furthermore clients can leave a review about their private investigator which can then help future clients when it comes to finding out about the professionals who work for the company. In the past there would be no support system such as this which caused many clients of PIs to be left frustrated, those days are gone now that we have a structure like this in place which can solve any issues at great speed.

Specialist 

In their efforts to provide the very best PI for the job, Trustify will very often look to pair clients up with PIs who have a speciality in the particular task that is being requested. Every PI can be considered a Jack of all trades but they do all have a certain speciality and that is why Trustify will look to get the right person for the job. This means minimal risk on the client’s behalf and for the PI it means that they can work within their specialism in order to do the job to the best of their ability.

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The housing market is an ever-changing landscape which must constantly adapt to what customers are looking for. For example recent surveys have found that more customers are looking for ranches for sale and large townhouses, more than ever before. There are always new customer trends and as each year passes we see those who plan to buy a home, on the lookout for new and exciting features of a property. So powerful are these trends that they actually have a large effect on the overall cost of different types of properties, which is why so many landlords and sellers will seek to include certain aspects within the home, to endear it more to those looking to buy. If you are trying to sell your home at the moment, here are some of the hottest features which customers are looking for. 

Walk-In Closets

Modern homes have gained something of a reputation for offering very limited amount of storage space, as developers have leaned more towards more rooms in the property, as opposed to more storage space. Not only are buyers currently on the lookout for more space in general, walk-in closets have become one of the most sought after features within the property. 

Low Emission Windows

Low emission windows use coated glass which greatly helps to control both infrared and ultra-violet light light, the two contributing factors to making furniture and flooring fade. Beyond this, low emission windows help to insulate the home better because they reflect the light waves back into the property, rather than allowing them to escape. If you plan to put these windows in so that your property becomes more sellable it makes sense to buy directly from a window manufacturer for the best prices.

Granite Worktops

Granite worktops in the kitchen are something which are highly sought after in today’s market and they are taking over from the cheaper, wooden worktops which were once so popular. Granite is highly durable and very attractive so installing them in your kitchen could very well be the difference between selling the place or not. 

Built in Speakers

Now that we have so much more tech in our homes, cables can be very unsightly so anything to get rid of them or cover them is encouraged. One tech feature which is in high demand from buyers are built-in speakers which can be connected to gadgets and devices through a Bluetooth connection. Technology is a highly attractive feature so having the speakers in place, or at least having the infrastructure for speakers to be installed, could bump up how attractive your property is to a buyer.

Garages

The last 20 years has seen people ditch the garage in favor of a house extension and adding extra rooms, but this is no longer the case. In fact many new homeowners are snapping up homes which have one or two garages which they will use for storage and for parking the car. If you have been tempted to add a games room or an extra bedroom in your garage, it may be wise just to leave it as it is.

If you are on the lookout for a job or if you are struggling to be a successful candidate when you apply for a job, it is important that you review how you are going about trying to get that job. Regardless of whether you are going for a high profile position or otherwise, you will likely be up against some stiff competition so you need to make sure that you are at the top of your game in order to become the successful candidate. To help you make sure that the next vacancy is yours, here are some tips which may help.

Looking

The first step is to make sure that you are looking in the right places to find the job in the first place. If you are checking a single job site then you are going to miss out on many vacancies. You need to cast your net wide here and make sure that you are looking on every job site available, as well as keeping an eye on social media for any available jobs.

Honesty

From the outset it is vital that you are honest, we spoke to some professional resume writers who told us that they always request honesty from their clients. Many people like to embellish their educational qualifications or their previous job history but with so many companies now carrying out extensive background checks, you will be found out. If this happens then you will not get the job because of your lack of integrity, so don’t lie at any stage.

Application

When filling out an application form you need to spend a great deal of time on it. Make sure that you have fully read what is required from you in filling out the form. Many times they want it filled out in black pen, or using only capital letter, and any multiple choice must be ticked not crossed. These small details are important as if you get them wrong, it says a lot about your attention to detail and you may be disregarded before they even know your name.

Interview

If you have managed to get to the interview stage then this is your time to shine, and you must be confident and very well prepared before your interview. You will not be given an interview if you are not a real contender so you should go in with your head held high. Research the company before the interview so that you can speak knowingly about them, and show that you have done your homework. Take your time with each question and think about what the interview is trying to find out, take a moment and then go ahead and sell yourself. Don’t let your confidence turn into arrogance, this is not something that an employer wants to see, talk about your successes, your lesser strengths, your experience and your desire to do well in this job.

Follow these tips and you will nail that job!