New Lawyers

Susan Cohodes | Advice for law firm law firm interns and new lawyers. Because everybody deserves respect.

You can’t burn the candle at both ends. It’s unsustainable. To be a better lawyer — and prevent lawyer burnout — start your day with a sprint. The early days of my legal career at a big firm involved lots of late nights at the ...

Lawyer fashion options for well-dressed lawyers aren’t infinite, particularly for men. What's a guy to do? Tips for staying snappy.

As a long-time mentor, I have had the privilege of mentoring hundreds of mentees. An experienced mentor provides guidance and support, helping mentees grow and develop. Some of these mentor relationships lasted only for a single 30-minute ...

Meyling Ly Ortiz | Now that I’m in-house, executive presence is a phrase I hear often, usually in conversations about influence and leadership.

Meyling Ly Ortiz | One of the most pernicious myths for young lawyers is that someone will teach you everything you need to know about practicing law.

Meyling Ly Ortiz | Almost everything is fixable if you catch it early enough.

Meyling Ly Ortiz | You are never too young (or too old) to build a network. Here are three places to start that won't feel fake.

Jay Harrington | Even if you're a brand-new associate, it's never too early to think about business development.

Meyling Ly Ortiz | Want to build relationships with the partners? In-person time at the office is a must for young lawyers in a hybrid work environment.