You probably have 101 reasons for why you're bailing out of your job. But should you share any of them in your departing memo? Continue Reading
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Like it or not, the pitch of your voice could affect your career. And guess what? Male voices carry more authority. Continue Reading
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Tips from Harvard Business Review on what to do when you have to work with someone you can't stand. Continue Reading
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Recent news items: Women bosses gain acceptance in new poll; Fortune names four law firms to its 100 best companies to work for list; and the ABA tells law schools what they must disclose about graduates' employment. Continue Reading
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If you are middle-aged, does it make sense to go to law school? And will it be tough to get a good legal job afterward? A reader's query. Continue Reading
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What can women do to be taken seriously? Maybe ditch the Manolos and start emulating Margaret Thatcher's sartorial style. Continue Reading
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Asian American associates feel they are underpaid and off-track, according to Am Law's minority associates survey. Continue Reading
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How amazing is this? Working Mother magazine says you can be a "senior trial attorney" while working from home. Continue Reading
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More male partners are jumping on the part-time bandwagon, according to NALP's latest survey. Plus, the best and worst cities for part-time work for associates and partners. Continue Reading
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Law schools are in no hurry to open up their books on how their graduates are doing in this job market--including top schools like Stanford. Continue Reading
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Contrary to what you've heard in the news, a study finds that law students are happy with their education. Plus, four more law schools are approved by AALS. Continue Reading
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The judge took Gregory Berry, the former Kasowitz Benson associate, to the woodshed—and she's not finished yet. Continue Reading
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The Tiger Mom talks about her stint at Cleary Gottlieb, her career struggles, and the reality show that might be in her future. Continue Reading
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A recent study reveals how your attitude can help you achieve top grades in law school and a satisfying life. Continue Reading
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Women are still squeamish about talking about it, but this is what business development is all about. (End of series on Am Law's new partner survey.) Continue Reading
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Half of the new male partners plan on becoming major rainmakers in the future--but that's not how most newbie female partners cast themselves. Part two of three-part series on the gender differences in the Am Law new partner survey. Continue Reading
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From Am Law's new partner survey: The latest crop of female partners aren't just working at their desk and taking orders. They're now in the trenches of business development. Continue Reading
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There are fantastic, cushy jobs for law grads. Hint: being a big-firm lawyer is not among them. Continue Reading
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The Careerist is getting ready to uncork the New Year. Wishing you a delicious, sparkling 2012! Do you have topics you'd like to discuss or tips to share? E-mail The Careerist's chief blogger, Vivia Chen, at VChen@alm.com. Illo: Wikipedia--1915 (Lordprice Collection). Continue Reading
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The Careerist makes her annual predictions about the new year. Continue Reading
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The Careerist takes an inside look at how lawyers shape their careers and manage their lives. The blog aims to dissect developments in the profession, provide useful information and advice, and give lawyers a platform to voice their views. The goal is to provide a fresh, provocative take on the state of lawyering.
Vivia Chen, The Careerist's chief blogger, has been covering the business and culture of law firms for a decade. A former corporate lawyer, Chen is fascinated by those who thrive (as well as those who don't) in the legal profession. Her take: Success in the law (and life) doesn't always travel a linear path. If you have topics you'd like to discuss or information to share, contact her: VChen@alm.com
