BCG Reviews
"My recruiter recently worked with me when I decided to change firms, and was a terrific..." Read moreAlexandra Hoffman
University of San Francisco School of Law, Class Of 2013
Placed at King & Spalding LLP.
Los Angeles, CA
"I was just notified yesterday that Fenwick is inviting me for a phone interview. It's all..." Read moreRichard Praseuth
Loyola Law School, Class Of 2010
Placed at Kirkland & Ellis LLP.
Hacienda Heights, CA
"With respect to Romina specifically, I think she was very responsive, she was very..." Read more
Gregory Sergi
Duke University School of Law, Class Of 2007
Placed at Keller/Anderle LLP
"My favorite thing about working with BCG was my legal placement professional. She was very..." Read more
Mauricio Gonzalez
Cornell, Class Of 2003
Placed at White & Case LLP
"I was very fortunate, because the recruiter I worked with was highly qualified. She was very dedicated to me, had..." Read more
Susan Louie
Georgetown Law, Class Of 2009
Placed at Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP
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Cornell Law School, Class of 2007
Forest Hills, NY
helpful links
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The BCG Attorney Search Guide to Basic Law Firm Economics and the Billable Hour: What Every Attorney Needs to Understand to Get Ahead
This guide from BCG Attorney Search addresses what it takes to be successful in a law firm that you aren't taught in law school. Read More >>
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Quick Reference Guide to Practice Areas
As part of BCG Attorney Search's ongoing commitment to bringing you the best legal intelligence possible, we offer you BCG Attorney Search's Quick Reference Guide to practice areas. Read More >>
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Refer BCG Attorney Search to a Friend
Refer a friend to BCG Attorney Search using this form. Read More >>
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BCG Attorney Search Core Values
Since these core values were adopted, we have gone from a company with fewer than 10 employees to an organization that has more than 200 people and is growing on an almost weekly basis. Read More >>
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Recent BCG Attorney Search Placements
View the list of recent law firm placements made by BCG Attorney Search. Read More >>
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What Makes a World Class Legal Recruiter
- Just as in the practice of law itself is not for everyone, the same is true for those who recruit for clients who are in need of attorneys.
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What Makes BCG Attorney Search The Greatest Recruiting Firm in the World
CEO of BCG Attorney Search
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Top 10 Characteristics of Superstar Associates Who Make Partner
- Superstar associates do their work efficiently and accurately, and ask for more work.
- They instill confidence from other associates as well as partners.
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Off-the-Record Interview Tips From Law Firm Interviewers
INTERVIEW TIPS FROM THE INTERVIEWERS
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Relocating Overseas
- Once you get out of law school, you may envision yourself working in a large lavish downtown office building that overlooks the city.
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Writing Samples: Top-12 Frequently Asked Questions
What is typically given the least amount of attention by candidates, but has the highest likelihood of undermining one's chances of getting a job? Yes, writing samples. Read More >>
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The 'Dark Side' of Going In-house
- Opinions vary as to whether an attorney should or should not go in-house.
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"Waive" Goodbye To Taking Another Bar Exam: Typical Requirements and Tips to Effectively Manage the Waive-in Process
There are many considerations that come into play when an attorney decides to move to another geographic region. Read More >>
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Changing Your Practice Area
- Many attorneys seem to choose the prestige of a law firm without considering the practice area in which they will be working.
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Moving Your Career to Another City
- Attorneys who decide to relocate to another city to practice can be very attractive to a law firm, particularly if they relocate alone.
- A Comprehensive Guide to Working with a Legal Recruiter
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A Comprehensive Guide to Bar Reciprocity: What States Have Reciprocity for Lawyers and Allow You to Waive into The Bar
Have you passed the bar in one state and want to work in another? Find out what your options are in this article. Read More >>
Popular articles by Harrison Barnes
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