The current economic downturn may be creating more time and more need for lawyers to engage in business development. For that, a key tool is online social networking sites. Fifty-four percent of all lawyers already belong to such sites, according to a July survey, and LinkedIn in particular is a site well-suited for legal professionals. Here are some tips for getting the most out of LinkedIn.
Join for free advertising and protection: It’s important (and free) to post your profile on LinkedIn. A profile allows former colleagues, friends and people with whom you may have lost touch to find you. When you set up a profile, you not only have a painless way to keep in touch with your own friends and colleagues as they change jobs and cities, you also can let people know where you are when you do the same. It also allows those looking for a lawyer with your skills to know you exist.
