April
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

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

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April
11

Money/Power, Women

Female Bosses Are No Longer Disliked (Maybe)

Women leaders no longer suffer a likability penalty, says a new survey. Continue Reading

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April
10

Management/Mismanagement, Money/Power

Ready for the $1,000+ an Hour Partner?

Billable rates are skyrocketing. But for you, there's special discount. Continue Reading

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April
9

Home/Work, Money/Power, Women

Should Paternity Leave Be Mandatory?

Should men be forced to take paternity leave? Maybe so—if women are to have a reasonable shot at career success and true equality. Continue Reading

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April
5

Web Briefs

Newsbriefs—The Happy Meal Comes with a J.D.

Some quick takes from the world of law: French fried law school; poor Sandy; quickie lateral; and more. Continue Reading

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April
4

Home/Work, Women

Should Moms Only Work Part-Time?

Are Americans supportive or not of mothers in the workforce? According to the latest Pew survey, I'd say we're deeply confused. Continue Reading

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April
2

Home/Work, Women

Don't Leave School Without a Husband!

Graduation season is looming. Do you have a hubby lined up? Continue Reading

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April
1

Law Students/Law Schools

Are You Better Off at a Regional Law School?

Some surprises on the job front: It's not just top law schools that have the best stats for placing grads in legal jobs. Continue Reading

Posted by Vivia Chen at 3:05 PM | Post a Comment (0)
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March
28

Law Students/Law Schools

Top 10 Law Schools for Elitists, Bleeding Hearts, MIAs, and the Despondent

Want to know the best law schools to serve the poor, make a ton of money, or just disappear into the sunset? Here are the top law schools in those categories, and more. 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.

About Vivia Chen

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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