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The Business of Law: What Junior Associates Should Know About Firm Economics

by Travis Whitsitt | December 10, 2024

In this post by law editor Travis Whitsitt, we offer a primer on law firm economics for junior associates, focused on what they need to know.

From Litigation to Transactions: How Junior Associates Can Build Versatile Legal Skills

by Travis Whitsitt | December 09, 2024

In this post by law editor Travis Whitsitt, we discuss how junior associates can develop both transactional and litigation skills to become more versatile.

The Art of Delegation: How Junior Associates Can Maximize Efficiency and Build Leadership Skills

by Travis Whitsitt | December 04, 2024

In this post by law editor Travis Whitsitt, we discuss how junior associates can master delegation to boost team efficiency and their own leadership skills.

Embracing Emerging Practice Areas: Legal Specializations to Watch in 2025

by Travis Whitsitt | December 03, 2024

In this post by law editor Travis Whitsitt, we look at some practice areas likely to expand in 2025 and how associates can use this to their advantage.

Navigating Year-End Reviews: How Junior Associates Can Showcase Their Value and Plan for Advancement

by Travis Whitsitt | December 02, 2024

In this post by law editor Travis Whitsitt, we offer some tips on how junior associates can make the best of their year-end reviews.

Happy Thanksgiving from Vault Law

by Vault Law Editors | November 27, 2024

The Vault Law editors wish you and yours a very happy Thanksgiving.

Networking During Holiday Events: Strategies for Law Students and Junior Attorneys

by Travis Whitsitt | November 26, 2024

In this post by law editor Travis Whitsitt, we offer a few tips for law students and junior attorneys to make the most of holiday networking events.

2025 Legal Industry Trends: What Junior Associates Should Watch For in the New Year

by Travis Whitsitt | November 25, 2024

In this post by law editor Travis Whitsitt, we look at a few trends junior associates would do well to keep pace with in 2025.

Making the Most of Winter Recruitment: Tips for Law Students to Stand Out Before Spring Callbacks

by Travis Whitsitt | November 20, 2024

In this post by law editor Travis Whitsitt, we offer a few tips on getting ready for the winter recruitment season for law students.

Wrapping Up the Year: How Junior Associates Can Conduct a Personal Career Audit to Plan for Success in 2025

by Travis Whitsitt | November 19, 2024

In this post by law editor Travis Whitsitt, we offer some advice on doing a personal end-of-year career audit aimed at junior associates.