Akin Gump Directors Author Piece on What Law Students Should Ask re: Professional Development
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“Thinking Long-term: What Law Students Should Evaluate When it Comes to Professional Development at a Law Firm,” an article by Akin Gump director of attorney development Louisa Heller and director of attorney recruiting Lauren Marsh, has been published by Vault.
The article looks at professional development opportunities within law firms, which the authors characterize as “often-overlooked,” discussing questions that students should ask during their interviews with firms.
Among the topics covered are:
- career counseling options at prospective law firms
- performance evaluation and feedback
- remote/flexible work policies
- wellness programs
- diversity and inclusion initiatives.
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