Your 1L summer is a crucial time to gain real-world legal experience. Summer jobs during law school provide you with an important opportunity to learn about an area or areas of the law you might want to pursue. And, perhaps …
A “day in the life” of a law firm summer associate looked a little different in 2020 because life was a little different in 2020.
Lawyers and law firms always need to be adept at adapting, whether to new regulations, …
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Whether you’re looking to make a career move or considering offers for a first job out of school, landing at the right organization is key to success. While the institution is vetting you, your skills and your qualifications, it’s …
Applying to law school is a daunting process, and can intimidate even the most capable of students. So how do you do it? What’s the timeline for what you need to get done, and by when? Our law intern (and …
The phrase “entry-level” has, in many ways, become synonymous with low pay. But the truth is, “It is not the term ‘entry-level’ that determines salary,” says Linda J. Hollenback, MSEd, a college and career strategist, founder of Hollenback Consulting, and …
If you're committed to helping people and a whiz at problem-solving, then customer service might be the industry for you. The great thing about the industry is that it mostly relies on soft skills (communication, listening, and questioning). It helps …
The single most important way to prepare for law firm interviews is to practice answering mock interview questions. You should, of course, have some lines prepared for standard questions like, “Why did you go to law school?” and “Why are you interested in …
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The COVID-19 pandemic has undoubtedly affected your organization. But that doesn’t mean that you have to put your career goals on hold for 2021. Though the idea of asking for more responsibility or a raise may …
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Whether it’s your first job fresh from college or making a company change, it’s important to make sure where you land is where you want to be. Finding the right fit with a company is as important as …
You know that your skills are important when you’re looking for a job. You know you need some combination of hard skills and soft skills, and likely some technical skills as well. But when you hear the phrase “analytical skills,” …
