This book provides details on every hidden aspect of life inside top-rated law firms--pay, hiring process, social life, and more. Legal industry veterans and newcomers will find this guide an invaluable resource. New in this edition: brand-new rankings of the Best 20 Firms to Work For and prestige by practice area.

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