Preparing for the Search for an Associate Position as a 3L
It's not unusual in the current job market to be a third-year student without law firm job prospects by the...
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Why is the Legal Profession Given a Bad Reputation?
This article discusses the reasons lawyers are not seen as honest and reputable by the public. It will first...
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The Life and Career of Christopher Landau, Partner, Kirkland & Ellis, LLP
Christopher ''Chris'' Landau of Kirkland & Ellis is considered one of the nation's top appellate experts....
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Lawyers Quitting Big Law Firms in Droves: Why Lawyers Are Quitting BigLaw
Summary: Many associates quit soon after they get their first law firm job.
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Explaining Bar Failures During a Legal Job Interview
Dear Lawcrossing, I have not passed the bar in three attempts. Every time I miss the mark by about 10...
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What Does it Take to Become a Paralegal?
Do you get excited watching Ally McBeal or Erin Brockovich? Do you see your future as Della Street from the...
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The Job Profile and responsibilities as a Document Reviewer Attorney
This article talks about Document Review Attorneys, a growing field. They peruse electronic documents to...
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Do Labor Attorney Salaries Match Their Tough Career Schedules?
The lifestyle concerns of labor law practitioners revolve around a variety of practice-related issues. Many...
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The Life and Career of Rikki Klieman, Actress turned Trial Lawyer
Before she was even born into this world, Rikki Klieman was referred to as ''Miss Remarkable.'' Years later,...
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2015 2nd Year Salaries and Bonuses of the Top Law Firms
Summary: Here are the 2nd year salaries and bonuses of the top law firms in the United States.
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The Importance of Common Law
American law has its roots in the law of England, and our legal system is known as Anglo-American law. When...
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The Life and Career of Clarence Darrow : Corporate Lawyer
Born April 18, 1857 in Kinsman, OH, Clarence Seward Darrow was an American lawyer and leading member of the...
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Accounting Professionals Needed: Law Firms Look to Hire for Financial Assistance
In the past decade, law firm finances have taken on new meanings and scales. Globalization has contributed to...
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What Advice Do You Have if I Want to Be a Patent Agent?
Summary: I am just finishing up a Ph.D. program, and I think I want to be a patent agent. What advice do you...
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The Life and Career of Hill Harper, dual career as a lawyer as well as TV and Film Actor
In keeping with his life motto, ''You only live life once, and if you do it right, once is all you need,''...
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Is Being a Lawyer Still a Prestigious, Respected and Important Profession?
Summary: Law and its practice still holds allure for the rest of the world. This article explains why.
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Getting Along With Colleagues and Co-workers in a New Firm
When you work in an office, you generally become familiar with office politics rather soon. Anyone who has...
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Jackie Robinson's accomplishment reached beyond the seats
The rejuvenation of Jackie Robinson's spirit on the 60th anniversary of breaking the color barrier in baseball...
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Is the Justice System Really Blind? Experts Weigh In
We asked attorneys and others about how they feel about the justice system in the United States. Is it really...
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How to Write a Legal Resume: Tips on Writing a Legal Resume to Get an Attorney Job
The following article provides some guidelines for attorneys on writing legal resumes. Legal resumes differ...
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Does injury before starting new job affect your status?
Amy Mitchell interviewed well a few weeks ago and was hired on the spot for a job as a claims representative...
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The Life and Career of Multi-faceted Career of Casey Jordan
Though she's only had her law degree for three years, this late-blooming attorney is by no means behind in the...
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Workers Compensation Legal Secretary
This article talks about Law Firms who have the need for a Workers Compensation Legal Secretary and tells...
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The Legal Purpose of an Appellate Brief
A former colleague once commented that an appellate brief is a document written by a disgruntled practitioner...
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Five Steps to Success as a First Year Associate
Summary: Learn the specific steps that are required to achieve success as a first year associate in a law...
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The Top 10 California Legal Practice Areas
California dreaming? Enter one of the Golden State's top 10 legal practice areas! The bragging rights alone...
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What it's Like to Practice Law in Denver: A Practical Guide for Attorneys
For many of us, images of Denver usually include omnipresent snow and mile-high mountains. Those perceptions,...
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The Legal Job Market in Nashville
If you don't mind a bit of humidity and hot weather in the summer, Nashville might be an ideal place to look...
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New York University School of Law
The New York University School of Law was established in the year 1835. Ranked at the top spot for...
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Maximizing Your Marketability: How Government Attorneys Can Transition to Private Firms
This week, our recruiters take on the issue of how a government attorney is likely to be viewed by law firms...
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