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Fastest-Growing Legal Practice Areas 2026: Where Firms Are Hiring

Attorneys who want to stay ahead of the legal job market in 2026 cannot afford to guess which practice areas are growing. BCG Attorney Search’s new report, “The 20 Practice Areas Growing the Fastest in 2026 (and What Firms Are Hiring in Them)”, gives a data-driven roadmap to where law firms ar....

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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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Helping You Decide Where to Practice Law: Frequently Asked Questions

Are you a legal professional looking for a new legal practice setting? This article is for you. It will answer some of t....

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10 Best Hybrid/Online Law Degree Programs For 2022

For a J.D. Degree, The Best ABA Accredited Online Law SchoolsAccording to the American Bar Association (ABA), which is t....

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Exploring Summer Legal Job Opportunities

There are various professional summer legal opportunities available to students during the two summers of law school. La....

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What You Need To Know To Prepare For The Bar Exam

Bar examiners are responsible for administering bar exams and grading bar exam answers, it is important to understand a ....

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LLM (Master of Law) in USA: An Overview

LLM (Master of Law) in the United States of America is offered a residential program with various specialized courses li....

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The Importance of Researching Potential Employers

If you are a law student, law school graduate, or law firm employee, it is crucial to research potential employers befor....

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Things You Should Know About Law School: Success Tips

William & Mary was founded in 1780, but the modern law school did not emerge until the latter half of the 19th century. ....

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How to Apply to Law School: A Month-by-Month Guide

As with law school itself, applying to law school requires time, money, and focus. Even though the application process s....

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What is the Role of LSAT in Law School Admissions?

Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) is an integral part of the application process for law schools in the United States, C....

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Reference Checking: What Is It And What Are The Legal Issues Involved?

Employers primarily use background investigations and reference checks to gather more information about potential employ....

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Legal Networking Like a Pro in Law School

Networking is about making connections with other people. Lawyers need to network throughout their careers to secure new....

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Master the Craft of Legal Writing

The instruction of practice-oriented skills in law schools is under increasing pressure. Legal writing is among the most....

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Public Interest and Government Careers and When to Apply

Definition of Public Interest Law PracticeIn the public service, lawyers have six primary practice settings. We will bri....

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Biglaw Firm: What Is It and Is It Worth It?

What is Biglaw Firm like? The most successful and largest law firms have workspaces, cultures, and salary scales that de....

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Going To Law School: All You Need To Know

The College of William & Mary had a law school as early as 1780, but the modern version emerged during the latter half o....

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