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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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Thank You Notes: Are They Still Necessary?

After completing a full day of interviews, a common question I receive from my candidates is whether they should send a ....

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Help Me, Help You - Tips on How to Maximize the Benefits of Your Recruiter/Associate Candidate Relationship

BCG Attorney Search is a legal placement firm and not a legal recruiting firm. There is a huge difference. Read....

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Avoiding the ''L'' Word: Layoff

As I write this, law firm layoffs are at unprecedented numbers. From where I sat two years ago, the current unemployment....

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Using Social Networking in Your Job Search

In the current economy, it goes without saying that job seekers need to take advantage of all available employment resou....

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''If You Come to a Fork in the Road, Take It'': Yogi-ism's for Tough Times

Most of us remember that famous Yogi Berra quote: ''If you come to a fork in the road, take it!'' Earlier this week, I ....

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Dear Firm, I Am Not Toilet Paper. Yours Truly, Laid Off Associate

The legal landscape has changed. What was once fertile ground is now nothing but dust and endless desert. You may not ha....

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Keeping A Level Head In These Crazy Times And Preparing For The Worst Case Scenario

Every day seems to bring news of yet another firm laying off employees. Many attorneys are wondering if their firm or th....

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Turning To Plan B

The media has tremendous power to magnify economic trends and alter our perceptions. In a world of 24/7 news coverage, w....

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No, You Should Not Quit Your Job before Securing a New One

The other day, I received a call from a junior litigation associate looking to make a move from top law in Chicago. We s....

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To Snuggie TM... or Not To Snuggie TM: Finding Warmth and Humor in a Chaotic Legal Market

Does the ad below look inviting to you? Have you been reading about the soaring success rate of the SnuggieTM? Did frien....

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Steps for a Solid Recovery Once You've Been Laid Off

Your managing partner walks into your office and closes the door. The look on this person's face is grim and you feel a....

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Will Contract Work Hurt Chances Of Landing A Full-time Job?

Question: I was recently laid off from my law firm due to the economic downturn. I am working hard to find a new positi....

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Survival Tips for the First-Year Associate

For many law school graduates, their first taste of practicing law comes from working as an associate at a law firm. Wha....

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Identity Crisis: Law Firms' Stringent Vetting of Partner Candidates Reaches a New Level

Having spent the past week vetting resumes from partner candidates who are exploring the market, something from my colle....

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Standing Out from the Crowd: A Former In-house Attorney's Perspective on the Role of Effective Outside Counsel

In these crazy economic times, companies of all shapes and sizes are exploring ways to minimize their operating expenses....

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