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The 2-6 Year Experience Sweet Spot: Why These Attorneys Are Most Marketable for Lateral ....
After 25+ years of placing thousands of attorneys at law firms across all practice areas and markets, we have observed a clear pattern in lateral hiring preferences. Attorneys with 2-6 years of experience represent the optimal marketability window for lateral moves. This phenomenon is driven by a co....
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Unlocking 2026's Top Law Firm Platforms for Lateral Attorneys
Choosing the right law firm for a lateral move has never been more complex—or more consequential. Compensation is at record highs, competition for the best platforms is intense, and the gap between truly elite firms and everyone else keeps widening. For attorneys who want to maximize long-term car....
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Elite Law Firm Partner Compensation: Inside the $25M+ BigLaw Earnings Landscape
Elite rainmakers at the very top of BigLaw quietly operate in a different economic universe—and Elite Law Firm Partners: The $25M+ Compensation Landscape Report pulls back the curtain on that world. This report from BCG Attorney Search maps out how a small group of partners reach $25 million+ in a....
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2026 Attorney Salary Guide: Law Firm Pay by Practice Area & Region
The U.S. legal market is entering one of its most data-driven eras, and nowhere is this clearer than in The Definitive 2026 Guide to Attorney Salaries in the United States: Comprehensive Law Firm Compensation Data by Practice Area, Region, and Level from BCG Attorney Search. This report brings toget....
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The Legal Career Specialization Imperative: Why 'Open to Anything' Fails and Focused ....
In today’s competitive legal market, attorneys who present themselves as “open to anything” often struggle to stand out. Law firms and employers are drawn to candidates who demonstrate clear focus, specialized expertise, and a well-defined career trajectory. By positioning yourself around a sp....
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