This Is a Mental-Health Check-in
Dear 3L, This is a mental-health check-in.Everyone assumes it’s the 1Ls with the most…
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7 Ways to Take Ownership in Big-Law
Partners ought to do a better job explaining what it means to “take ownership.”…
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When Should the Word “Court” Be Capitalized
Dear 1L, When should the word “court” be capitalized? Here are the rules, and…
Why Law Students Should Use LinkedIn
It’s the winter before you start law school. You’re excited but nervous. You’re not…
The Book “Lessons From the Admiral,” Gets My Highest Praise
Dear Sir Mark C. Fava, Your book is ridiculously good. I got up through…
Boys Are Raised to Be Brave, Girls Are Raised to Be Perfect
Here’s a story I can’t stop thinking about: A job posting lists 10 qualifications….
Should You Start an Email Newsletter?
Perhaps you prefer the hand-written letter by snail mail. We sure don’t get them…
You Tell Me You Want to “Leverage” LinkedIn
Lawyers—You tell me you want to “leverage” LinkedIn. You’re making 3 big mistakes. Here’s…
You Really Need a Good Organization System
As the junior associate staffed on several firm matters, YOU are expected to know…
2025 | Dear 1L | Legal Writing
50K Followers on LinkedIn
I’m about to get 50K followers— but I can barely make 50K a year….
Being an Associate at a Big Law Firm Is Hard
-You feel like you have to be perfect.-You get scared to let your guard…
State of Reeling With Fall Grades Coming In
Dear 1L, Hi. I hope you are ok. Everyone seems to be in some…