There is no shortage of information available on the typical first-year experience in Big Law. We are all too familiar with the high salaries, the billable hour expectations, the recruiting programs and the prestige that accompany Big Law associates.
Yes, Big Law may have the spotlight, but in today's legal landscape, the most common means of employment for new lawyers is the small firm, or "Small Law." Despite this fact, little is written about how to land a Small Law position and less is written about what to expect once you do land one. Without proper information, new lawyers are missing out on valuable opportunities and may not understand what is needed in order to thrive in the Small Law environment.
