Career Advice for Attorneys
Resources and industry insights by our team.
Featured Articles
Article of the Week
Why Most Lawyers Should Not Work in Large Law Firms: The Only Three Reasons Any Attorney ....
Why are you working in a large law firm? If it’s not for these three reasons, you should re-evaluate your situation.....
Read Article
Why Most Large Law Firms Don't Have Consumer-Facing Practice Areas
This article explains why large law firms tend to focus on something other than consumer-facing practice areas such as family law and trusts and estates. These legal matters are often less profitable, require a different skill set, involve different billing arrangements, and don't align as closely w....
Read Article
Understanding Law Firm Compensation: How to Earn a Good Salary as an Attorney
If you're a law student or an attorney looking for a new opportunity in the legal industry, it's important to understand the compensation system law firms use for lawyer compensation. In this article, we'll break down a law firm's total compensation and explain how to earn a good sal....
Read Article
The Art of Listening: Why Lawyers Must Listen to Their Clients
Most people would agree that good communication is key to any successful relationship. The lawyer-client relationship is no exception. To provide the best representation possible, lawyers must listen attentively to their clients and be responsive to their needs. This requires open dialogue and a m....
Read Article
What You Need to Know About Leaving Law Firms
This article provides insight into why attorneys depart from big law firms. These reasons include an unrealistic workload, an unsupportive culture, a lack of advancement opportunities, and a toxic work environment. Successful lawyers should be aware of these factors to make informed decisions when c....
Read Article