The Ultimate Guide to Career Paths, Bar Admissions, and Lateral Moves
The legal profession offers a variety of career tracks, and this guide clearly outlines the nuances of each option. Traditional…
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Unlocking the Path to Top Legal Compensation in 2026–2027
The legal profession continues to offer outstanding earning potential for attorneys who align their careers with high-stakes roles and strategic…
Tough Times Create a Buyer’s Market for Law School Applicants
The tides of legal education are turning — and this time, in favor of prospective law students. Economic uncertainty, fluctuating…
How BCG’s System Gets Candidates Interviews and Hired
Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Attorney Search has long been recognized as a leader in legal recruitment, and its innovative system…
Your 2025 Legal Resume Refresh Guide
JDJournal is pleased to deliver the latest standards and practical strategies for legal professionals to revamp their resumes and secure…
U.S. Politics Sparks a Law School Application Boom Across the Nation
Law schools in the United States are experiencing a remarkable surge in applications, marking one of the largest increases in…
How to Ace Legal Interviews and Answer the Top 50 Questions
Breaking into or advancing within the legal profession requires more than excellent grades and strong credentials. Whether you’re a law…
Record-Breaking Law School Enrollment as Applicant Boom Reshapes Legal Education
U.S. law schools are experiencing a surge unlike anything seen in over a decade, with first-year J.D. classes hitting record…
Federal Hiring Freeze Squeezes Law Students: Agencies Withdraw from Career Fairs, Internships at Risk
Summary: Law students seeking public-sector careers are facing mounting uncertainty as a federal hiring slowdown disrupts traditional pathways into government…
Record Law School Employment Rates in 2024 Defy Market Fears Despite Enrollment Surge
Overview: ABA Reports Historic Job Placement Rates for Law Graduates In a remarkable turnaround for the legal education and employment…
Elite Law Schools Accelerate OCI: What Early Law Firm Recruiting Means for Students and BigLaw
Summary: A significant shift is reshaping law firm recruitment as nearly all top U.S. law schools move their On-Campus Interviewing…
Federal Hiring Freeze Shakes Legal Careers: Law Students Reeling from Revoked Offers and Canceled Internships
Introduction: Legal Dreams Put on Ice President Donald Trump's sweeping federal hiring freeze has sent shockwaves through the legal community.…