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Law School Rankings Shakeup
Law school rankings are out and there are major surprises. A shakeup and many ties in the top tier surprised the pundits.
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In-House Counsel Need To Carry A Quota And Sell
In-house counsel need to carry a quota and sell. If you are tied to the revenue of your company, you will learn what it takes to drive deals.
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Navigating the Shift: A Comprehensive Guide for Government Attorneys Transitioning to Private Practice or In-House Roles
The 2025 landscape presents challenges for government attorneys. This guide offers a roadmap for navigating this consequential career pivot.
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Ten Career Killers For In-House Counsel
Career killers are much easier to stumble into than you’d think, especially if you are an in-house counsel.
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The Ideal In-House Candidate
To successfully make a move in-house, you must understand how the ideal in-house candidate profile differs from that for most law firms.
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In-Housers Looking To Move On
Multiple sources report that in-housers are increasingly looking to exit their roles and move on. The risks are real.
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Why Employers Reject Candidates Post-Interview
While employers reject candidates for many reasons, one of the top reasons is one that candidates can actually work on.
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The Value Of Procrastination For In-House Counsel
Intuitively, most would not consider the value of procrastination to be a boon for a successful career. But is this thinking outdated?
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The Race Against Time To Reinvent Lawyers
The foundations of the legal systems that generate lawyers are in a tremendous state of flux. The time to reinvent lawyers is short.
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How To Survive Corporate Restructurings And Layoffs
Corporate restructurings and layoffs impact the entire workforce. In-house counsel should prepare to survive and thrive.