Advice from Veteran Attorneys to New Law Grads

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The legal world is getting hard to break into. As legal careers become more and more popular, they also become increasingly competitive. This article opens up a conversation about what law students and recent law graduates should do to kick-start their careers. Check out what veteran attorneys have to say to people who are just entering into legal positions.

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