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"Wolf Greenfield has some of the most technically interesting patent work in the Boston area, which keeps the day-to-day work interesting." "Great people; interesting work; ability to work from home on a regular basis."

"I am very happy with my job. I am working on interesting cases, getting good opportunities, and working with amazing people…Everyone is smart and hard-working but still able to laugh at themselves and have a good time."

"I'm very satisfied. I mostly do interesting, substantive work with honestly nice people and am well compensated for it."

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"Clients, colleagues, and culture—I think Proskauer has the best of each, and that's why I really like working here."

"I work on interesting and impactful matters, my work is respected and valued, and I have a fair amount of autonomy to move the ball on my cases."

"I feel like a respected professional [and a go-to] advisor for my clients. Although the job is demanding, I very rarely feel like someone at S&C is making it more difficult than it has to be."

"I very much enjoy the work that I do and the people that I work with. The firm has clearly invested in training and mentoring, including making it a priority to invite junior associates to participate in high-level strategy sessions and attend hearings, trials, etc."

"The work is interesting, people are nice. The client base is one of the coolest of any law firm. The free-market system gives a lot of flexibility to work on what I want with who I want. I think Fenwick is one of the best places to practice law."

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What to Ask During a Networking Interview

by Shelley Awe | May 28, 2020

Networking is more important than ever, but once you’ve made a new connection and set up a meeting, what should you plan to talk about?

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From the Armed Forces to Practice: What It Is Like to Practice in BigLaw as a Veteran

by Andrew Paulson, Litigation Associate; Kiel Sauerman, Corporate Associate; and Crystal Weeks, Litigation Associate—Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | May 20, 2020

What is it like transitioning from military service to private practice? Here, three law firm associates describe their experiences as veterans working in BigLaw.

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Optimizing Your Summer & Your Future Employment Opportunities

by Mike Gotham—Perkins Coie, Director of Recruiting & Retention, and Shelley Levine—Perkins Coie, Senior Attorney Recruiting Manager | May 11, 2020

Summer job plans have changed for many law students due to COVID-19. Here are specific tips and strategies to gain valuable experience this summer.

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