May
16
16
Fashion/Style/Etiquette, Women
Women Are Now Taking Hubby's Last Name
It's so yesterday to keep your maiden name. What's up with the retro stuff? Continue Reading
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May
15
15
Law Students/Law Schools, Management/Mismanagement
Firms Want Lawyers with Emotional Intelligence—Huh?
Personality has never ranked high on the priority list in the legal world. But now, emotional intelligence is the rage. Continue Reading
Posted by Vivia Chen at 2:44 PM
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May
14
14
Law Students/Law Schools
Michigan Dean Says Law Schools Are Looking Beyond LSATs
Everything you want to know about getting into University of Michigan Law School. Q&A with the admissions dean. Continue Reading
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May
13
13
Law Students/Law Schools
Harvard Law Ranked #1 in the World (Yes, the World)
It's a global economy, so what matters is how your law school ranks internationally. Plus, find out how much your law prof is getting paid, and which law school is launching the two-year J.D. Continue Reading
Posted by Vivia Chen at 2:25 PM
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May
11
11
Women
To All the Moms Who Are. . .
Just a bit weird . . . Happy Mother's Day ! Continue Reading
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May
9
9
Home/Work, Women
Is Freezing Your Eggs the Solution?
Maybe if women didn't have to worry so much about having babies, they'd be more successful in their careers and personal lives. Continue Reading
Posted by Vivia Chen at 2:40 PM
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May
7
7
Advice
You're Fired (Part 2—The Five Things You Must Do Right Away)
Don't be caught off guard. Here are five things you must do to protect yourself when the ax falls. Continue Reading
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May
6
6
Advice, Law Students/Law Schools, Sex, Lies, and Other Career Sinkers
You're Fired! (Part 1—What to Expect When You're Getting Axed)
Tip sheet of the day: The dos and don'ts of firing people. Continue Reading
Posted by Vivia Chen at 3:06 PM
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May
3
3
Fashion/Style/Etiquette
Mad Hatters' Lunch—A Photo Essay
Eye candy edition—mingling with the beautiful crowd at the Central Park Ladies' Hat Luncheon. Continue Reading
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May
2
2
Law Students/Law Schools
Didn't Get into Yale Law? Penn May Be the Next Best Thing.
Penn seems to be giving other top 10 law schools a run for their money. Continue Reading
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May
1
1
Fashion/Style/Etiquette, Money/Power, Women
Is Cleavage the New Power Tie?
Only bimbos display cleavage at the office? Not true, say some in the know. Continue Reading
Posted by Vivia Chen at 2:42 PM
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April
30
30
Alternative Careers/Straying Off Track, Home/Work, Women
Women Graduates of Elite Colleges Opt Out More
Want to find women who will stick it out on the job? Hire ones who didn't go to a fancy college. Continue Reading
Posted by Vivia Chen at 12:52 PM
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April
29
29
Advice, Law Students/Law Schools
Six Skills Every Law Student Needs to Master
Former dean of admissions at the University of Chicago is the guest blogger. Continue Reading
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April
25
25
Law Students/Law Schools, Web Briefs, Women
News Briefs—U.K. Women Partners Are Way Behind; the Allure of a Chinese LL.M.; the Ching Chong Suit + More
Recent news items: Women partners in the U.K. are way behind; foreigners flock to China for LL.M.s; Florida law school guarantees bar passage; Arizona cuts law school tuition; and Korean American sues CVS for using racial epithet. Continue Reading
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April
24
24
Diversity
Big Law's Bamboo Ceiling—Is It Finally Broken?
Asian Americans have never been more confident. So why do they still feel left out in the world of Big Law? Continue Reading
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April
22
22
Diversity
Asian Americans Are on Ascent, Says Pew Survey
Maybe Tiger Mom was right after all. "All work, not much play" seems to be paying off for Asian Americans. Continue Reading
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April
18
18
Law Students/Law Schools, Women
Flexibility Is Key to Family-Friendliness, Says Yale Report
Yale Law Women releases its top 10 law firm list for family friendliness. Continue Reading
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April
17
17
Law Students/Law Schools
S&P Rates Law Schools; Plus New York Law Grads Outperform Market
Move over, U.S. News & World Report—S&P has its own rating system for law schools. Plus, how grads of New York law schools fare in the job market. Continue Reading
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April
15
15
Management/Mismanagement, Money/Power
Top 10 Annoying Clichés Lawyers Love
Here's my list of business phrases that lawyers, consultants, and marketing folks love to throw around, but that few people actually understand: Continue Reading
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April
12
12
Law Students/Law Schools, Web Briefs
News Briefs—Look Who's Hiring!
Despite the lousy legal market, there are job openings for lawyers. Check 'em out. Continue Reading
Posted by Vivia Chen at 2:14 PM
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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.
About Vivia Chen
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
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