Frankly, it’d be more honest if we let the proceedings devolve into a circus. A sort of Grand Guignol. Continue Reading
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What to expect in the new year: More Kornacki, less Gucci—and other vital trends. Continue Reading
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Why do we assume blue chip law firms are above conflicts of interests? Continue Reading
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Just because you disagree with her on most issues doesn’t mean she can’t be your favorite role model. Continue Reading
Posted by Vivia Chen at 2:57 PM on October 19, 2020 in Advice, Fashion/Style/Etiquette, Home/Work | Comments (0)
Guess what’s rivaling Gucci shoes and Bottega Veneta briefcases as the must-have accessory for lawyers? Guns. Continue Reading
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What's cooking with George and Kellyanne's daughter, Kayne's lawyer and master of your domain. Continue Reading
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Is he worried that his politics might be scaring off clients? Continue Reading
Posted by Vivia Chen at 1:39 PM on May 15, 2020 in Fashion/Style/Etiquette, Home/Work, Money/Power | Comments (0)
This is an awfully trivial topic. But isn’t that exactly what we need at the moment? Continue Reading
Posted by Vivia Chen at 4:44 PM on April 27, 2020 in Fashion/Style/Etiquette | Comments (0)
There’s a silver lining to this coronavirus ordeal. Really. Continue Reading
Posted by Vivia Chen at 3:21 PM on March 19, 2020 in Fashion/Style/Etiquette, Home/Work, Women | Comments (0)
A lot of readers were angry with me. I'm fine with that. Continue Reading
Posted by Vivia Chen at 1:13 PM on January 8, 2020 in Diversity, Fashion/Style/Etiquette, Money/Power, Women | Comments (0)
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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]
