Legal Career Development

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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
Unemployed Lawyers
Unemployed Lawyers: Leveraging Experience in a Changing Market

Unemployed lawyers: Leverage your experience, stay patient, and navigate the legal landscape. Strategies and support for your job search.

Roy S. Ginsburg - January 22, 2025
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Are There Jobs for Older Lawyers? Why It’s Becoming Harder to Stay Employed

The legal economy is still navigating the impact of global economic shifts, tech disruption, and remote work models. The struggles of older lawyers—especially those over 50—remain an issue.

Jared Correia - January 15, 2025
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17 Things I Wish I Knew as a First-Year Associate

When you are a first-year associate in a big law firm the way is fraught with booby-traps. Here are 17 tips to help you become an excellent attorney. A family friend recently graduated from law school and will be starting his career at a large ...

Jay Harrington - January 10, 2025
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The Power of List Making

Meyling Ly | Start a "Done-List" to track your accomplishments and be prepared to show your value.

Meyling "Mey" Ly Ortiz - January 8, 2025
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How Much Does It Cost To Start A Law Firm: A Guide for New Solo Practitioners

How much does it cost to start a law firm? We asked a few experts. Key Takeaways Starting a New Solo Law Firm? In case you hadn’t noticed, a lot of those new lawyers who can’t find jobs are hanging out a solo shingle. Add to that those lawyers ...

The Editors - January 8, 2025
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5 Reasons Law Firm Coaching Is More Important Than Ever for Business Development

Business development coaching can help lawyers meet their goals for both short- and long-term success.  When the pandemic hit, the world shut down. Except it didn’t. Lawyers across the globe continued serving their clients remotely and ...

Jennifer Griffin Scotton and Jill Huse - January 8, 2025
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How to Become an In-House Lawyer: Five Tips for Starting Off Strong

Meyling Ly Ortiz | Starting your first job in-house? Here are a few suggestions for making a successful transition.

Meyling "Mey" Ly Ortiz - January 8, 2025
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