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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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Will Getting an LL.M. Degree Help My Legal Career?

Are you thinking of getting an LL.M. degree?If so, there are some facts you should know first.Read this article to learn....

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Everything an Attorney Needs to Know About Surviving in a New Law Firm Job (Culture, Dress, Socializing and More!)

This article covers the essentials—from socializing to work attire—of beginning your new law office job.....

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The Top 16 Biggest Mistakes Attorneys Make Regarding How They Are Perceived by Peers and Supervisors

This article details common mistakes that attorneys make when interacting with other members of their firm.....

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Questions You May Be Asked during Your Interview at the Firm

This is a list of 26 questions you should expect to be asked during an interview at a law firm, as well as questions yo....

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Why an LL.M. Degree is Almost Always a Bad Idea for Attorneys: In Most Instances an LL.M Will Never Get You a Better Job and Only More Debt

Find out if getting an LL.M. degree will help or hurt the future of your legal career in this article.....

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Keep Your Story Simple as an Attorney

Make sure you keep your resume, cover letter, and job interview simple as an attorney if you want to find that law firm....

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3 Questions Frequently Asked by Corporate Attorneys about Career Changes

Are you a corporate litigator thinking about making a big career change or switching practice areas? Read this article ....

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Top 26 Questions Law Firms Typically Ask Attorneys and Law Students in Interviews

Make sure you are ready for your next law firm interview by reviewing the questions they may ask you and consider what ....

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The Top 17 Reasons Law Firms Do Not Hire and Make Offers to Attorneys and Law Students: It's Not What You Think

Why is it so hard to get a job in a law firm? If you have been applying for positions and have not even gotten an inter....

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Three Simple Ways to Tell If You Should Work (or Continue to Work) in a Law Firm

Do you belong in a law firm? Ask yourself these three important questions to find out.....

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Top 10 Reasons Why Older Attorneys Have a More Difficult Time Getting Law Firm Jobs: Why Law Firms Prefer Younger Attorneys With Less Experience

Find out why it is so hard to get a job in a law firm as an older attorney and how older attorneys can increase their c....

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How to Not Fail, Die or Go Crazy Practicing Law: How I've Seen Attorneys Find Enjoyment and Satisfaction in the Legal Profession

As an attorney, your first priority must be your health, then your job, then your family and personal life. Make sure y....

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Summer Associate Positions at Top Law Firms Are Open Now

A list of summer associate jobs on LawCrossing will help law students find positions at the top law firms if they put i....

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Top 30 Factors Large Law Firms Consider When Hiring Lateral Attorneys

Learn how big law firms evaluate potential hires and what you can do to increase your chances of getting hired by them.....

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Why Most Lawyers Should Not Work in Large Law Firms: The Only Three Reasons Any Attorney Should Work in a Large Law Firm

Why are you working in a large law firm? If it’s not for these three reasons, you should re-evaluate your situation.....

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