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The Regional and Midsize Firm Route

by Travis Whitsitt | August 26, 2026

In this post by law editor Travis Whitsitt, we discuss the implications of the sharp rise in midsize firm mergers and lateral movement in that sector.

How to Read a Law Firm Merger as a Candidate

by Travis Whitsitt | August 24, 2026

In this post by law editor Travis Whitsitt, we discuss how candidates can read between the lines of merger announcements to assess the newly formed firm.

Turn the CPA Shortage Into an Opportunity

by Emily Wiegand | August 20, 2026

Less candidates are taking the CPA exam, which means less talent is entering the accounting industry. This creates a unique opportunity for students.

The Government Exodus is Slowing

by Travis Whitsitt | August 19, 2026

In this post by law editor Travis Whitsitt, we examine the impact of last year's mass government lawyer exodus on the current legal market.

AI Fluency as a Hiring Signal: What Students Should Actually Be Able to Show

by Travis Whitsitt | August 17, 2026

In this post by law editor Travis Whitsitt, we discuss what skills students should concretely focus on in the current AI-focused legal market.

Get Ahead of Fall Recruiting in August

by Emily Wiegand | August 13, 2026

A lot of companies and internships begin recruiting in August. Here is everything you need to know to get ahead.

The Compressed Pyramid: What AI Means for the Associate Career Ladder

by Travis Whitsitt | August 11, 2026

In this post from law editor Travis Whitsitt, we discuss what the adoption of AI at law firms is doing to the traditional associate career ladder.

Practical Advice from the 2026-2027 Survey: Large Firm Interview Questions

by Vault Law Editors | August 10, 2026

In this post from the Vault Law editors, we provide a sample set of large firm interview questions provided to us in our 2026-2027 survey.

Practical Advice from the 2026-2027 Survey: Advice from Associates at Large Firms

by Vault Law Editors | August 06, 2026

This post is a cross-section of the advice volunteered to us by associates working at the large law firms we surveyed.

Salary Negotiation Tips for New Grads

by Emily Wiegand | August 05, 2026

Before accepting a job offer, you should pause and consider negotiating your salary. Here are some salary negotiation tips for new grads.