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Career Planning in Litigation Support 4 May 2012 12:45 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Career Planning in Litigation Support 4 May 2012 12:45 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Barbara Bennett, Dickinson Wright PLLC Christine Mueller, Kelly Law Registry Graeme Turner, Pulte Homes. Today's Discussion. How we evolved into our positions Desireable traits for success in this field

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Career Planning in Litigation Support 4 May 2012 12:45 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

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  1. Career Planning in Litigation Support4 May 2012 12:45 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Barbara Bennett, Dickinson Wright PLLC Christine Mueller, Kelly Law Registry Graeme Turner, Pulte Homes

  2. Today's Discussion • How we evolved into our positions • Desireable traits for success in this field • Preparing for the interview • Interview skills • Career development • Community involvement • Personal education

  3. Three Perspectives • Law Firm (Barbara Bennett) • Corporate (Graeme Turner) • Legal Recruiter (Christine Mueller)

  4. Successful Traits • Paralegal education • Technical education /aptitute for technical details • Records management • Where to go for legal technical “training” • Computer Forensics Recruiter.com: http://www.computer-forensics-recruiter.com/states/michigan_computer_forensics.html#cert • ITT Tech (www2.itt-tech.edu) • Bryan University (St. Lewis) • Georgetown University (Washington, D.C.) • ISFE (www.isfce.com; www.md5group.com)

  5. Preparing for the Interview • Networking Opens Doors: Who you knows matters • Talk to Recruiters • Resume Writing Now • Special Circumstances • Do Your Homework Before the Interview

  6. Successful Interviewing • Know how your skill set relates to the position • Identify strengths and acknowledge weaknesses • Give examples of past contributions • Be prepared to talk career goals five years out • Practice answering typical work related and behavior based interview questions • Ask good questions and you can learn a lot • Express your interest in the position

  7. Interview Do’s and Don’ts • Do arrive 10 minutes early • Don’t take your cell phone in • Treat everyone as they are the interviewer • Don’t get fooled in a casual setting and rule is to dress one level better than the interviewer (if known) • Don’t be the one who brings up money • Get to know interviewer names-ask for them ahead of time, get business cards, or ask on the way out • Ok to ask for a question again

  8. Interview Do’s and Don’ts Cont. • Be sure to wait until they are done speaking • Reply concisely • No negative comments about past employers, instructors, the receptionist… • Follow-up with a note (email or written) to the interviewer. Follow-up with the recruiter or the person that may have given you the lead for feedback

  9. Counteroffer Situations • Ask current employer why you are suddenly worth more now • Short term financial gain and nothing else will change • Casts a shadow on your with current employer and new company that you were so excited to join • Referrals and recruiters feel betrayed and likely less helpful in the future if they think you turned down a great opportunity

  10. Developing Your Career • Learn the software utilized by your organization • Volunteer to assit with projects • Be active in your organization

  11. Be Active in the Community • Join ALSP and attend monthly meetings (www.alsponline.org) • Join WiE and attend meetings (www.womeninediscovery.org) • Network with other professionals in the industry • Seek out writing or speaking opportunities if you enjoy participating in those types of activities.

  12. Educate Yourself • Sign up for at “attend” industry-related webinars • Watch tutorials on various software products • Read white papers published by The Sedona Conference, eDiscovery vendors, and other experts in the industry • Periodically visit industry-related websites for updated information

  13. Educate Yourself, Cont. • Follow industry-related blogs • Try to attend industry conferences • Negotiate certified training on your organization’s litigation software applications • Never pass an opportunity to learn something, even if you feel it's 'not your job'.

  14. Closing Comments • You’re only as good as your last job • Under-promise and over-deliver • Document your conversations • Be creative with win/win solutions to issues

  15. Quick Tips for Career SUCCESS • Seek opportunities to assist with projects • Utilize clear and concise communication skills • Collaborate with the case teams • Convey professionalism at all times • Express your interest in learning • Separate yourself from the pack with your responsiveness • Sell your strengths and skill set during interviews

  16. The "Flip Side" of SUCCESS! • Fail to stay connected to industry contacts • Avoid preparing for your interviews • Ignore opportunities to assist with projects • Look disinterested while attending meetings • Underestimate impact re unprofessional behavior • Refuse to stay abreast of industry trends • Evade answering questions during the interview

  17. Questions? Barbara Bennett: bbennett@dickinsonwright.com Christine Mueller: muellcm@kellylawregistry.com Graeme Turner: graeme.turner@pulte.com

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