JD Careers Out There (“JDCOT”) helps lawyers get unstuck and find fulfilling careers using their law background, whether that means leaving law for an alternative career or staying in law.

I’m Marc Luber, the founder and director of JDCOT.

My one-to-one and group JD Refugee programs have been helping lawyers across the U.S.

The reality is that law practice isn’t for everyone. But “walking away” from something you’ve worked so hard to achieve can be intimidating.

“Will anyone value my law degree?” “Will I make any money?” “Will I have to start at the bottom?” “Will I be seen as a failure?”

I’ve been there!

Before starting JDCOT, I used my law degree in the music industry and then as a legal recruiter in Los Angeles. You’ll find my story on my personal LinkedIn page and the JDCOT.com website.

Since 2003, I’ve been helping lawyers with their careers. In doing that, I essentially wear two hats.

As a legal recruiter, I help elite lawyers at the partner and associate level to explore lateral opportunities at top law firms. You can find me at Onward Recruiting.

As a consultant/coach at JDCOT, I help lawyers of all stripes to explore bigger questions – like is law practice truly right for them. They’re often burned out and have been considering a change for a long time. Sound like you?

When we work together via JDCOT, I am your guide/mentor/coach/consultant. We follow a holistic, step-by-step system to help you find a career fit. I guide you through self-reflection to ensure a career change won’t repeat your unhappiness. I help you market yourself and communicate about your background.

If you’re ready to start figuring out what type of work fits you in or out of law:

Message me on LinkedIn or at marc@jdcot.com.
Start exploring the JDCOT site here: https://jdcareersoutthere.com/you-dont-have-to-change-careers-from-law/.

Specialties: Career consulting for lawyers, alternative careers for lawyers, leaving law, recruiting, Myers-Briggs testing.