Legal Career Development

Overcoming Labels
Labels Are for Canned Goods, Not Attorneys

Gray Robinson | Never accept the labels other people try to stick to you or others.

Gray Robinson - March 10, 2025
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‘Wait, It’s Not All About Me?’ In and Out of the Firm, Part-Time Law Practice Is Feeling Awesome

Attorney Susan Cohodes shares wisdom from her long career in small firm practice and her transition to "less-than-full-time" practice.

Susan Cohodes - March 7, 2025
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It Takes Legal Warriors to Advocate for Children in Foster Care

Considering a legal career advocating for children? Shari Shink, founder of Rocky Mountain Children's Law Center, explains what it takes.

Shari Shink - February 20, 2025
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Six Signs It Might Be Time to Quit Your Job

Joan Feldman | Quitting is pretty tough for those of us who believe our highest accomplishment is to dig in our heels and persevere.

Joan Feldman - February 16, 2025
What the 2025 ACC Chief Legal Officer Survey Tells Us About Retaining and Winning More Business

Jay Harrington | Here are three steps lawyers and law firms can focus on to better align with CLOs' priorities.

Jay Harrington - February 7, 2025
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Five Reasons Lawyers Avoid Retirement

Have you noticed how reluctant lawyers are to discuss retirement? The mere mention of the change causes discomfort. You might recognize these five obstacles to discussing your own retirement. Obstacles and Actions for Planning Retirement Being ...

Camille Stell - February 4, 2025
Getting Over Yourself
Getting Over Yourself: Becoming the Lawyer You Want to Be

Gray Robinson | “Get over yourself” isn’t just a jab or figure of speech. It’s a neurological workout, requiring you to confront the stories your brain loves to tell.

Gray Robinson - January 28, 2025
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Freemasonry Might Be the Cure for Gen Z Men’s Desperate Loneliness

Bull Garlington | If you’re in your twenties or early thirties, there’s a good chance you are isolated as hell.

Bull Garlington - January 25, 2025
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Ways to Say Thank You and Follow Up With Extraordinary Style

How do you say thank you after a job interview or follow up after a promising client meeting? How do you express appreciation for a mentor’s advice, or thank someone for a solid referral? Gratitude is the coin of the realm when it comes to ...

Bull Garlington - January 24, 2025
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Understanding Law Firm Benefits: Employee Benefits and Perks

If you’re an associate or other employee at a law firm, you want to make sure you’re taking full advantage of the benefits your firm offers. And if you’re a partner in a smaller firm, you should be aware of what employees will be expecting from ...

Ryan McPherson - January 23, 2025
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