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Five Easy Steps To Help New Associates Put Their Best Foot Forward

Before beginning any new venture, family and friends frequently caution that 'starting something new is never easy.' This phrase is particularly true for law school graduates seeking to embark on the next phase of their careers. While some are transitioning out of one industry and into the legal field, others are entering the work force for the very first time. Understanding this phenomenon, many firms have developed Orientation/Integration programs to ease the transition from law student to practicing attorney.

19 minute read September 28, 2007 at 11:20 AM
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Jacqueline G. Meyer
Five Easy Steps To Help New Associates Put Their Best Foot Forward

Before beginning any new venture, family and friends frequently caution that 'starting something new is never easy.' This phrase is particularly true for law school graduates seeking to embark on the next phase of their careers.

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