The New Lawyer's Handbook: 101 Things They Don't Teach You in Law School [Paperback]

<p><strong>101 Success Strategies They Didn't Teach You in Law School</strong><i>- get expert advice on becoming a better lawyer.</i></p><p>Law school prepares you to think like a lawyer, write like a lawyer, and research like a lawyer—but once you're in the door of a law firm, there's a whole new set of skills you need. <strong>The New Lawyer's Handbook </strong>guides you through the 101 essential things you need to know in order to excel.</p><p>From how to handle your clients and how to work with people in your office, to why it pays to learn to play golf and maintain some semblance of a family life even as you make your billables, <strong>The New Lawyer's Handbook</strong>gives you the knowledge you need to succeed.</p><p><em>Introduction</em></p><p><strong>Section I: Starting Out Right at a Law Firm</strong><br>1. Get the details of your employment agreement in writing<br>2. Appearances matter <br>3. Have extra essentials at the office <br>4. Work when you are at work <br>5. A to-do list is your constant companion <br>6. The importance of having a good assistant <br>7. When you're an associate, draft means final <br>8. You don't know everything </p><p><strong>Section II: Understanding Law Firm Politics</strong><br>9. When your law office is more like the set of Survivor <br>10. Avoid having a romantic relationship with someone in your office<br>11. Foster a close relationship with someone in your office who has your back <br>12. It helps to be a golfer <br>13. What to do if a colleague is struggling </p><p><strong>Section III: General Tips for Having a Successful Practice</strong><br>14. Avoiding legal pet peeves <br>15. Don't tolerate bad behavior <br>16. Learn to be a better listener and a better communicator <br>17. Don't give advice to lƒù