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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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States With No General Bar Reciprocity: What Attorneys Need to Know | BCG Attorney Search

Bar reciprocity—also known as admission on motion—is a critical consideration for attorneys planning to relocate, expand their practice across state lines, or pursue new career opportunities in different jurisdictions. Understanding which states offer reciprocity and which do not can significant....

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Law Firm Culture: How to Identify, Compare, and Thrive in the Right Environment

Executive SummaryLaw firm culture profoundly shapes attorney satisfaction, retention, and advancement. With associate attrition fluctuating between 18–26% in recent years and major gaps in work-life norms across firm types, aligning with the right culture is a career-critical decision.....

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Why Lawyers at Every Stage Struggle: The Hidden Costs of Lacking Focus in Your Legal ....

In the cutthroat arena of legal careers, where specialization is the currency of success, indecision can derail even the most promising paths. Whether you're a law student frozen during OCI interviews, a new attorney fresh off the bar exam juggling mismatched clerkships, or an experienced lawyer in ....

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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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How To Get Placed At A Top Firm When You Are Unemployed

Aconcern on the minds of those that have been unemployed is how to get the best position in light of the fact that they ....

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Should I Submit My Resume Through a Friend?

The good news is that you can make an informed decision and, though it is a statement against my own self-interest as a ....

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Post-Interview Thank You Notes

Believe it or not, one of the most controversial topics when considering post-interview protocol is thank you notes.....

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Factors to Consider when Evaluating a Job Offer

The hard part is over....

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Can I Ask About Salary During a Job Interview?

Salary information may well be provided to you during the interview process by the law firm.However, it is not appropria....

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I got the new job I wanted, but how do I give notice?

Candidates look for new jobs for an assortment of reasons and sometimes the reason may be that they really dislike their....

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I want to go abroad – what are my options?

As a recruiter at a company that does international placements, I get frequent inquiries from U.S.-based attorneys who a....

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So You Want to Switch Practice Groups?

As a recruiter,I speak with many candidates who want to switch practice groups and unfortunately, this professional dile....

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Small Firm Life

There is a perception that going to a small firm means that attorneys do not bill the crazy hours of a large firm. This ....

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Doing Your Homework – Law Firm Websites

This may seem very obvious, but it always bears repeating because of how greatly it increases your chances of a successf....

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Who Should I Use As References?

When you are listing references, the first, most obvious choice is to use your immediate work provider.....

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How Do I Create Conversation from Research during Interviews?

It is elementary that once you have your interview schedule, you should find out as much as possible about the attorneys....

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Maintaining Control Over Your Job Search

It can be very difficult to conduct an organized and coordinated job search, especially if you are doing so as an attorn....

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Should I Seek to Pass the Patent Bar Before Starting My Search?

Some of the aspiring patent agent candidates that I see assume that they can simply rely on their scientific or engineer....

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How To Discuss A Layoff

They are often concerned with how to spin the situation or discuss this painful experience in an interview.....

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