October
2

Diversity, Home/Work, Money/Power, Women

Is Amy Coney Barrett a Feminist or Handmaid?

It's been a rough time for old fashioned feminists. And now conservative women are taking the feminist stage. Continue Reading

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September
24

Money/Power, Women

I'd Rather Have a Straight, White Dude on the Supreme Court

How brilliantly diabolical to deploy a woman to kill women's rights. Continue Reading

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September
22

Home/Work, Money/Power, Women

RBG: A Feminist Even My Mother-in-Law Likes

I met RBG long before she became an icon, and, if truth be told, she barely registered on my radar. Continue Reading

Posted by Vivia Chen at 10:45 PM | Post a Comment (1)
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September
16

Fashion/Style/Etiquette, Law Students/Law Schools

Guns, Harvard and Zoom

Guess what’s rivaling Gucci shoes and Bottega Veneta briefcases as the must-have accessory for lawyers? Guns. Continue Reading

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September
12

Money/Power

Maybe Associates Aren't That Sharp

Almost 60% of midlevel associates think they're on partnership track. Really? Continue Reading

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September
10

Diversity, Management/Mismanagement, Money/Power

Crazy Rich Firms That Didn't Make the A-List—And Probably Don't Care

Should we expect more from the richest, mightest firms in the land? Maybe not. Continue Reading

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September
2

Diversity, Home/Work, Management/Mismanagement, Money/Power

Stop Picking on Mr. Kamala Harris!

Stop with the guilt by association! Continue Reading

Posted by Vivia Chen at 12:33 PM | Post a Comment (2)
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September
1

Home/Work

Kellyanne Conway Plays the Mommy Card, But Can You Relate?

We all thought Kellyanne could have it all and do it all. Continue Reading

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August
10

Fashion/Style/Etiquette, Home/Work, Money/Power

Claudia Conway Seeks Pro Bono Help + Other News/Gossip

What's cooking with George and Kellyanne's daughter, Kayne's lawyer and master of your domain. Continue Reading

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August
7

Diversity, Management/Mismanagement, Money/Power

Gung-Ho On Diversity? Well, You Might Get Sued.

A recent case against Oracle warns that corporate hype better be backed up with results. Continue Reading

Posted by Vivia Chen at 5:50 PM | Post a Comment (0)
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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: [email protected]

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