As we head into the fall and wake up from our summer fog (don't worry, you're not alone), it's the perfect time to take stock of how this year has gone and whether there is anything you want to change for the second half. One thing is certain: the legal market isn't standing still. This is where I do all my best thinking and career check-ins. From major law firm mergers like Ashurst Perkins Coie to yet another Big Law Cravath scale salary increase, the market continues to evo
This photo just makes me think of pure summer. Summer associate programs are officially at the halfway mark. Hopefully you've settled into your firm, met some great people, and started getting a feel for what life in Law actually looks like. (and are also enjoying summer as a whole) The good news? You still have three or four weeks left to make a lasting impression. Here are a few things I'd focus on during the second half of the summer. Pay Attention to Feedback By now, you'