Editorial: specializing early, advantage or trap for the young lawyer?
Specialists are paid better, but the hyperspecialized find it hard to move. The question is not whether to specialize, but when and to what depth.
Legal career
News, analysis and opinion pieces on legal career published on AGENTE LEX.
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Changing law firms: when it makes sense, how to do it well and the limits set by professional conduct
Moving firms is normalized in the legal profession, but how you leave defines your reputation as much as how you work. A guide to doing it well.
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The first year as a junior lawyer: what to expect, which mistakes to avoid and how to make it count
Nobody expects a junior to know. They do expect them to ask, to document and not to repeat mistakes. The first year is passed with habits, not talent.
Legal English for lawyers: TOLES certifications, alternatives and how to choose the right credential
Fluent English" on a CV no longer differentiates anyone. Firms look for specific legal English credentials, and not all certifications carry the same weight.
A law firm's career path: the stages from junior to partner and what is expected at each one
Progression at a firm is not automatic promotion by seniority. Each stage carries a different set of expectations, and knowing them helps plan a career realistically.