Nancy Carver

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About Nancy Carver

Legal career transition counselor and coach who has assisted hundreds of law students and attorneys of all levels navigate the career transition process. In-depth knowledge of legal career fields and appropriate career counseling process for attorneys of all levels.Qualified to administer and interpret the Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and the Strong Interest Inventory (SII).Guide attorney counselees through entire career transition process by assisting them determine their career vision (immediate and long-term) and then set goals to attain their desired career outcome. Use formal and informal career assessments, networking, informational interviewing, and knowledge of the state of the legal job market to create individual transition plans. Advise on competitive search materials - resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, business plans, and strategic networking plans to ensure positive outcomes.Conduct in-depth interview preparation and mock interviews for both formal and informal interviews and career conversations. Tailor interview preparation for appropriate setting such as behavioral questions for in-house and other settings; law firm interviews for attorneys at all stages of their careers - entry level through partner level; and interviews at non profits and for various government agencies and offices.Counsel attorneys in transition on strategic networking and appropriate use of their contacts to enhance their personal and professional network for career-related informational purposes, business development, and professional connections.Assist counselees with offer negotiation and final offer decision making process. Often returning to the goals they set at the beginning of the process.Coach attorneys on their transition into the new position and assist them in setting new goals and creating plans for success as they embark on their next career opportunity.Career Transitions | Lawyer Careers | Resume Review | Mock Interviews | Strategic Networking | In-House Job Search Advice | Government Job Search Advice | Law Firm Job Search Advice | Career Planning for Attorneys