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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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10 Ways to Reciprocate in Networking

I spend a lot of my professional time giving out advice about networking. I frequently talk to experienced lawyers about....

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The 10-Step, ''No-Fail'' Guide to Distinguishing Yourself as a First-Year Associate

Be a Prince (or Princess) Amongst PaupersRemember Prince...the Artist Formerly Known as Prince...who is now, apparently,....

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35 Absurd Ways to Create an Awkward Moment in an Interview

For the World’s Largest Collection of Law Firm Interview Resources Click HereGiven the nature of practicing law, almos....

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A Career Audit for Associates

In the nine years that I have been in the recruiting business, I have spoken to literally hundreds of associates about t....

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A Critical Assessment of In-House Legal

On Friday Sept. 22nd, Linda Kline, of New England Legal Search, and Bob Licht, Vice President and General Counsel of Hom....

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Achieving Career Satisfaction: Make the Investment, But Choose Your Investments Carefully

Jim was a litigation associate at a major Boston law firm. Soon after he started as a first year associate, he realized ....

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Considering an Alternative Career

One thing that most lawyers have in common is that they don't want to be lawyers. It's almost part of the lawyer culture....

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Important Questions Attorneys Should Ask to Evaluate Employment Offers they Receive from Law Firms: A Questionaire and Worksheet

Congratulations! You have successfully interviewed at a law firm, and now you have an offer to show for it! This quest....

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Are You Thinking of Becoming a Legal Recruiter?

Here's My Story: The Life of a BCG Recruiter....

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Assertive Communication Gets Better Results

On Friday November 3, 2000, the The Sandwich Hub featured Fran Massey, a consultant with 20 years of experience in coach....

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Battered Associate Syndrome

So you've had many less-than-stellar experiences as an associate at your law firm. You've spent countless all-nighters o....

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Battered and Bewildered? Maybe It's Time to Rethink Priorities, Repair your Self-Esteem, or Even Look for a New Job

Brian was a young attorney who appeared to have it all. He graduated from a top law school with top grades, landed a pre....

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BBA Lunches: A Great Resource at the Right Price

If you are new to the practice of law, you are most likely facing pressure from the competing demands on your time. As y....

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6 Things You Should Consider Before Making a Lateral Move to a New Law Firm

Should I Stay or Should I Go? The ClashAccepting an entry level job at a law firm is a big career hurdle for a law stude....

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The Dangers of Myopia—Do You Have a Clear View of Your Own Professional Value?

A candidate called me this week, and in the course of exchanging information I realized that she was probably the most h....

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