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Have You Ever Wondered Why They’re Called ‘Associates’?

The origin of a legal industry term we all take for granted.

By Joe Patrice on March 14, 2018 5:17 pm

What famous lawyer is credited with coining the term “associate” for junior lawyers?

Hint: The former S.D.N.Y. United States Attorney minted the term while serving as hiring partner at one of the most powerful Wall Street firms of its day. Regrettably, the firm (and its successors) are now defunct.

See the answer on the next page.

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