Legal Times has published a “Special Report: Associates.” The journal is focused on DC, but the issues are ubiquitous. There are three pieces in the report:
- What Are More Billables Made Of?
For firms evaluating young lawyers, the bottom line is the bottom line. Yet many well-qualified associates still don’t get the work that could save their careers. The problem often lies in becoming too specialized in their legal expertise.
- Safely Through the Storm
In this economic environment, a lot of associates are looking for jobs. To find out what that means for those struggling to stand out amid the crowd, Legal Times talked to local attorney search consultants.
- We’ll Keep Calm and Carry On
Dear fellow junior associates: You’re all upset—and you probably should be. How do we handle this brave new world? Face the worst-case scenario and breathe.
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