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Large Firms

Jul. 3, 2001

Words of Wisdom

Summer associates are well-schooled in the obvious "don'ts" for their first season at a law firm: Put that whiskey flask away during business hours, for instance. Refrain from hitting on the partners or other associates. Don't spit in the halls. But more subtle ground rules also come into play. Below is a sampling of advice from hiring partners around the state.

        Summer associates are well-schooled in the obvious "don'ts" for their first season at a law firm: Put that whiskey flask away during business hours, for instance. Refrain from hitting on the partners or other associates. Don't spit in the halls. But more subtle ground rules also come into play. Below is a sampling of advice from hiring partners around the state.
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