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Contact—Adam Cohen: [email protected]
▪ Scheduler/Ofc Asst—Def Lit; PompBch; Know Courts; 2+yrs—Job #2310
▪ Para—Foreclosure; FTL/MidSize; Files A-Z; 3+yrs; $38-42K—Job #2325
▪ LS—Com RE/Corp; FTL; Leases/Contracts; 5+yrs; $48-52K—Job #2324
▪ Title Examiner—RE; Sunrise; ATIDS/Landtech; 3+yrs; $40K+—Job #2336
▪ Para—Com Lit/Fclosure; FTL; eFiling/Fed Cts; 10+yrs—Job #2240
Contact—Coleen Carcelli: [email protected]
▪ Recpt—Miami/Boutique; Bilingual-Spanish; $25K—Job #2397
▪ LS—Estate/Probate; Miami/Nat’l; pleadings; 4+yrs-$45-50K—Job #2393
▪ Para—Miami/Nat’l; BA Degree; 4+yrs-$60-65K—Job #2391
▪ LS—P.I.; Miami/Boutique; Plaintiff; 4+yrs-$45-50K—Job #2385
▪ Billing—Miami/Nat’l; eBilling; 4+yrs-$40-45Ks—Job #2385
▪ Bookkeeper—Miami/Boutique; Law Firm exp; 5+yrs; $50K—Job #2376
▪ Para—Ins Def/Boutique; Trial Prep; 5+yrs-$60-65K—Job #2333
▪ LS—Com Lit; Miami/Nat’l; Busy Desk; 5+yrs-$58-60K—Job #2306
Contact—Sherry Zabriskie: [email protected]
▪ LS—Com lit; WPB/Boutique; 3+yrs—Job #2368
▪ Para—Ins Def; WPB/Boutique; 3+yrs—Job #2278
▪ LS—Com Lit/RE; Boca/Nat'l; 3+yrs—Job #2243
▪ LS—Plaintiff/PI; Boynton/Nat'l; Spanish—Job #2094
SAN ANTONIO — Jail guard guilty of serving up hacksaw blade — In old movies, the inmate usually got a hacksaw blade secreted into his cell
baked in a cake. But in Texas, it came in a soft taco. — MSNBC.com
TAIPEI — City offers to turn dog poo into gold — A city in northern Taiwan is trying the Midas touch to persuade reluctant residents to clean up
after their canines: offering a chance to win gold bars to anyone handing in bags of doggy deposits. — TorontoSun.com
SEOUL — South Korean scientists create glowing dog — South Korean scientists said on Wednesday they have created a glowing dog using a
cloning technique that could help find cures for human diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, Yonhap news agency reported. —
Reuters.com
SANXIANG CITY (China) — Chinese Parents Sell Children To Pay For Video Game Addiction — A Chinese couple, Li Lin and Li Juan, is being ac-
cused of apparently selling all three of their children in order to pay for playing video games at internet cafes —HuffingtonPost.com
SPOKANE — Tortoise gets artificial wheel at vet hospital — A 12 year old tortoise that recently had its front left leg amputated due to injury is now
moving just fine, thanks to a swiveling wheel attached to his shell by Drs at Washington State University's veterinary hospital. — Times-Herald.com
Anger is coursing through your veins like hot, cliched lava. It feels like your head's fixing to uncap itself, a cartoon mushroom cloud
bursting from your cranium and firecrackers erupting from your ears.
Well, unless you want to find yourself subsequently cradling that busted brain in your hands -- regret leaking from your eyes in
the form of bitter, bitter tears -- you'd best step away from that monitor and power down your smartphone. By now, we all know that it's unwise
to drink and Facebook (and text, and e-mail and do anything that involves other people, really), but it seems that we haven't quite learned our
lesson when it comes to lashing out via social media. Just the other week, a PR flack for video game "Duke Nukem Forever"
took to Twitter to vent his anger after reviewers ripped apart his client. Predictably, his job didn't survive the fallout. And he's
not the only one to have been sacked for his SM transgressions. But a job isn't the only thing you could lose via losing your
online cool -- you could bust up friendships and relationships, too. We get it: It's easy to rip the Web a new one when you're
really raging. It feels like you're yelling into the vast void. You're all alone in your digital bubble, unable to see the direct
effect your words are having on others or gather the physical clues necessary for an appropriate response. Hence, the
aforementioned head explosion. Read on for five tips on how to manage your online anger.
1. Play a game
Your best friend just sent you a text message reading: "Oops, I made out with Joe last night... That was a mistake." Joe is,
incidentally, your boyfriend. Before you fire off a missive containing a litany of words that rhyme with punt, snitch and basshole (which isn't a
word), fire up the appropriately named "Angry Birds," or something of the sort. Take your aggression out on those pigs and birds and... OK, we've
never actually played this game. Either way, by the time you're a few rounds in, you'll be calm enough to read the next text: "JON. I meant JON.
Damn you, autocorrect."
2. Write an e-mail to yourself
Your co-worker has just done something supremely stupid (The only skill on his resume is "nepotism"). Before you fire off an e-mail in ALL CAPs
(never do that) and push "send," put your own e-mail address in the subject line and type out a tester e-mail. Let 15 minutes pass and then take
a look at what you were aiming to send. "YOUR A IDIOT, LARRY! AND YOUR COLOGNE SMELLS LIKE MONKEY DROOL" is probably not all that moti-
vational. Revise and resend.
3. Dig up your funny bone
There's a reason there's an entire blog titled "Dumb Tweets at Brands." Yes, your Wendy's burger might not be square enough -- we feel you, this
is a legitimate complaint -- but blather on and on about it on Twitter and you'll just end up looking, well, dumb. If you do have an ounce of hu-
mor in your cholesterol-soaked body, might we suggest starting a humorous Twitter feed instead? Like @BPGlobalPR, an account that popped
up after last year's Gulf Coast oil spill. Channel your spite into satire, and you'll look much smarter.
4. Think to yourself, "What would my mom say?"
Unless you've actually taken the time to figure out Facebook's ever-changing privacy settings (you should probably do so posthaste), everyone
and their mom -- and your mom -- can probably see your profile. While most of the time, no one really gives a damn what you have to say,
here are rare instances when Joe Everyman becomes an anti-hero for exceptionally stupid status updates. After the Vancouver riots that
erupted following the Vancouver Canucks' Stanley Cup loss, a gentleman named Brock Anton took to Facebook to brag about the destruction
he helped cause: "Through the jersey on a burning cop car, flipped some cars, burnt some smart cars, burnt some cop cars, im on the news ...
one word ... history :) :) :)" Naturally, that status went viral, and Anton became a symbol of violence. He even earned his own anthem, "The Bal-
lad of Brock Anton." While you're likely not as stunningly dense as Anton, you've probably typed something you regret into the old status bar at
one point or another. (According to a new study from Retrevo, 35% of Americans have posted something online that they later regretted.)
When you're fixing to rage (or brag about said rage), try to see your page through your mother's eyes. Is she crying? OK then, maybe reconsider
that rant about how none of the strippers at the party last night liked you.
5. Just ... go outside
Sitting in front of a computer all day would make anyone angry. Go get some sun, zombies.
Contact—Robin Dubowitz: [email protected]
▪ Att—Ins Def; Gables/Boutique; Trial Exp; 3-7yrs—Job #2383
▪ Att—Lab/Emp; Miami/Nat’l; Exc Academics; 2-4yrs—Job #2381
▪ Att—T&E/RE; Boca/Boutique; 3-7yrs—Job #2289
▪ Att—PIP; FTL/MidSize; 1-3+yrs—Job #2252
▪ Att—Com Lit; FTL/Boutique; 3-5yrs—Job #1771
Contact—Deborah Arnold: [email protected]
▪ Para—Com RE; Tampa; Closings/Loan Doc; 5+yrs; $55K—Job #2347
▪ Para—Corp Tax; Tampa; Closing Docs; 3+yrs; $55K—Job #2346
▪ Para—Const Lit; Tampa; Trial Exp; 3+yrs-$55K—Job #2344
▪ Para—Com Lit; Tampa; Trial Exp; 5+yrs; $55K—Job #2343
▪ Assoc—Lit; Orlando; Ins Cvg/Bad Faith; 2-5+yrs; $80K—Job #2301
▪ Assoc—Lit; Tampa/Nat'l; Consumer Finance; 5+yrs; $90K—Job #1998
Contact—Deborah Arnold: [email protected]
▪ LS—Patent; Houston; USPTO eFiling; 5+yrs-$55K—Job #2373
▪ Para—Patent; Atlanta; Mech, Elec & Software; 5+yrs-$62K—Job #2271
Contact—Ralph Ortiz: [email protected]
▪ LS/TTP—Family Law; WPB/Boutique; 5+yrs exp—
Job #2392
Deborah Arnold, Associate
Statewide and National
Coleen Carcelli, Associate
Miami-Dade County
Adam Cohen, Esq., Associate
Broward County
Robin Dubowitz, Esq, Dir. Of Bus. Dev.
South FL Attorney Recruiter
Patrick Farley, Associate
Temp, Temp-to-Hire
& Contract Positions
Ralph Ortiz, Associate
Temp, Temp-to-Hire
& Contract Positions
Heather Mulroney, Associate
Miami-Dade County
Sherry Zabriskie, Associate
Palm Beach County
Harold Diamond
Partner
William Karp, Esq.
Partner
Patricia McCoy
Director
South Florida’s legal staffing market is definitely on an uptick! With the number of job orders for both temporary and permanent
placement increasing, now is a great time to revisit some of the basic tenets of the Recruiter / Candidate relationship…
although there are no “guarantees” in the staffing world, some simple tips will make sure the process moves more
smoothly, and hopefully will facilitate the recruiter & the candidate being on the “same page.”
Meeting Your Recruiter: Although this seems like a pretty basic concept, it is the cornerstone of what helps Legal Search Solutions “stand
apart” from a lot of other recruiting firms out there—we will not simply find your resume on a public job board and submit it to firm af-
ter only speaking with you on the phone for 10 minutes…not only is your reputation on the line, but so is ours. The ability to sit down
with a candidate is invaluable…it gives us the ability to discuss your skills, what the attor-
neys and law firm administrators are looking for, your past work experiences, both positive
and negative, as well as trends that we are seeing every week in the marketplace.. Here’s
a little tip too—although the idea of doing a long drive to come meet your recruiter might
not be your idea of a “fun afternoon,” it shows us your drive, motivation to work, and
keeps you fresh on our mind if and when a job comes in that might prove to be a good fit.
Openness & Honesty: Being honest with your Recruiter is the cornerstone of any relationship—
when in doubt , be truthful! As tempting as it is to “fudge” dates on resumes to make ten-
ure look better or get rid of gaps, this is a small legal community down here, and everyone
knows each other (by only a few degrees of separation). Getting caught is not worth it.
Also, be truthful about your skills. If you don’t know how to perform a certain skill or task,
be upfront about it. A potential Hiring Administrator would much rather have an honest
candidate, rather than one who overpromises and severely under delivers…it’s a waste
of time for everybody.
Know who is sending your resume & where: As legal staffing professionals, we will not release your resume to anybody (law firm or corpora-
tion) without your permission. If you’re working with a number of agencies, you should be aware at all times who is sending your re-
sume out. It’s happened on a number of occasions that a competing company will send a candidate’s resume without their permis-
sion, despite never receiving the candidate’s permission. In the eyes of firm administrators, when a candidate is submitted by multiple
recruiters, it reflects poorly on the candidate, who should be on top of where their resume is being sent. As aforementioned, trust and
honesty are the cornerstone of any good relationship.
Checking in: As Recruiters, our biggest wish would be to have a job for every candidate every single day…however, this is not the case.
Checking in, via phone or email, is a great way to stay fresh on our minds & to keep us aware of what’s happening on your end. On
the other hand, calling multiple times on a daily basis might leave the wrong impression & be a bit of “overkill”…Usually the best way
to do this is to call or email once a week to let us know your availability, or if you saw a particular job posted on our website or job
board that interests you.
Although all of these items are pretty basic in theory, we’ve found them to be tried and true & to be components of great placements through
the years. We, as recruiters, are your biggest advocates, and at the end of the day want nothing more than to help you achieve your “dream
job.” Enjoy the rest of your summer!
—by Adam Cohen, Esquire
Sept 5, 1882, around 10,000 workers gathered in New York City to partake in America's very first Labor Day parade. They marched
from City Hall, past reviewing stands in Union Square, and then up to 42nd Street. The workers and their families assembled in
Wendel's Elm Park for a picnic, concert, and speeches. This first Labor Day celebration was eagerly organized and executed
by New York’s Central Labor Union, an umbrella group made up of representatives from many local unions. Debate continues to this day as
to who originated the idea of a workers' holiday, but it definitely emerged from the ranks of organized labor at a time when they wanted to
demonstrate the strength of their burgeoning movement and inspire improvements in their working conditions.
New York's Labor Day celebrations inspired similar events across the country. Oregon became the first state to
grant legal status to the holiday in 1887; other states soon followed. In 1894, Congress passed legislation making
Labor Day a national holiday.
For many decades, Labor Day was viewed by workers not only as a means to cele-
brate their accomplishments, but also as a day to air their grievances and discuss
strategies for securing better working conditions and salaries. Nowadays, Labor Day
is associated less with union activities and protest marches and more with leisure.
For many, the holiday is a time for family picnics, sporting events, and summer's last
hurrah!
Read more at: U.S. Dept of Labor and History.com
Reprinted from CNN.com, By Andrea Bartz and Brenna Ehrlich;
Find this article at: http://www.cnn.com/2011/TECH/
social.media/06/29/anger.netiquette/index.html