5 Survival Tips for New Associates
February 05, 2026
You have your JD, you’ve been admitted to the bar, and you’ve clinched the associate position you wanted. Now what?
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Advice for Mid-levels—Taking that Next Step in Your Career
January 19, 2022
This article offers mid-level associates career guidance through attorney interviews, focusing on communication, strategy, mentorship, client management, and paths to partnership, in-house roles, or alternative legal careers.
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From Smalltimore to Big Tech
June 17, 2021
I share my journey from mid-tier law school and regional law firms to in-house roles at Amazon and Google, highlighting key lessons for young lawyers on networking, LinkedIn, financial flexibility, and communication skills.
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A Young Lawyer's Financial Guide for the Future I Part 1: Budgeting
January 05, 2021
Learn how to apply the 50/30/20 rule, automate savings, use pre-tax benefits, and manage bonuses for long-term financial stability.
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A Young Lawyer's Financial Guide for the Future I Part 2: Basics of Investing
January 05, 2021
Learn the basics of investing for young lawyers and law students, from compound interest to risk tolerance and tax basics for long-term wealth.
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A Young Lawyer's Financial Guide | Part 3: Lower Risk Investments – Cash, Cash Equivalents and Bonds
January 05, 2021
Everything young lawyers should know about lower-risk investments, including cash equivalents, bonds, brokerage fees, and building a stable financial foundation.
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Part 4 – Higher Risk Investments & Important Resources for New Investors
January 05, 2021
Guide to investing beyond cash and bonds, covering diversification, ETFs, mutual funds, stocks, and alternatives, with key strategies and risk considerations for informed financial decisions.
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A Young Lawyer’s Financial Guide | Part 5: Student Loan Debt Payment
January 05, 2021
Law graduates often face heavy student debt; managing it requires understanding loan terms, choosing repayment strategies, and using tools like income-driven plans, refinancing, or snowball and avalanche methods.
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A Young Lawyer’s Financial Guide | Part 6: How to Maximize Tax-Efficiency When Investing
January 05, 2021
Taxes affect investment returns, so investors should understand capital gains rules, use tax-advantaged accounts, and apply strategies like tax-loss harvesting with professional guidance to improve after-tax growth.
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Lessons in Entrepreneurship I Wish I Knew as a First Year Associate
June 26, 2019
PracticePro’s Niki Moore encourages first-year associates to think like entrepreneurs, building support systems, managing BigLaw demands, and investing in themselves for long-term career satisfaction.
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14 Tips For Every New Lawyer
October 22, 2018
Your reputation is your most valuable asset. Learn how to protect and project it with 14 expert tips from Bruce Ruzinsky.
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Troubleshooting Law Firm Diversity Efforts
July 17, 2017
Niki Moore examines the gap between diverse summer associates and partners, highlighting systemic silos, bias, and weak integration of DEI efforts that hinder retention and advancement.
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The Enemy Between Your Ears: How To Not Stand In Your Own Path To Success
January 27, 2017
PracticePro’s Niki Moore explains why many law students become disillusioned associates, highlighting emotional intelligence, reframing feedback, and managing self-doubt to sustain a legal career.
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On the Nightstand: Book Recommendations by America's Top Lawyers
January 13, 2017
Legal leaders recommend books on sleep, meditation, and work-life balance, including *The Sleep Revolution* and *10% Happier*, to help manage stress in demanding legal careers.
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The View from the Top – Fortune 500 Clients on Lawyering Skills, Training, and Diversity
September 14, 2015
Top legal officers Lucy Helm, Sandra Phillips, and Neal Rubin discuss skills and attributes of successful outside counsel, including business acumen, practical readiness, and clear communication.
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Reframe networking as a career foundation, not desperation. Use four principles—Connect, Cultivate, Collaborate, Give—to build a supportive “personal board of directors” for long-term success.
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