From The Career Files: Help
Ask for help. Not because you are weak. But because you want to remain strong.
From The Career Files: Can You Picture Yourself Leaving The Law?
There can be a lot of anxiety and worry and pent-up negative energy as we consider leaving the law.
Skills That Set Firms Apart
Legal expertise alone isn’t enough. Today’s most successful firms invest in developing the skills that drive collaboration, leadership, and business growth. Our on-demand, customizable training modules deliver practical, high-impact learning for attorneys and staff—when and where they need it.
From The Career Files: You Are Crazy And So Am I
Tell someone you're close to that you want to leave the law, and they'll try to dissuade you, doubt you, or call you crazy.
From The Career Files: 3 Things You Are Worried About
So many of us looking to leave the law are battling with anxiety, self doubt and the fear of the unknown.
Old Lady Lawyer: Making The Choice Again
Perhaps educators need to think about a college course or two that would deter those who really don’t have the heart (and stomach) and yes, brains, for the arduous path that is law school, the bar exam, and the practice itself.
From The Career Files: The 3 Main Mistakes You Want To Avoid In Order To Leave The Law
These are the three main mistakes people make that oftentimes slows down their goal of leaving.
How Filevine Bakes AI Into Every Layer Of Your Case Management
It’s like having a junior associate who’s never off the clock.
From The Career Files: 3 Critical Questions To Ask Yourself In Order To Leave The Law
When we truly feel authentic with what we are good at, we become powerful.
From The Career Files: How I Coach My Clients To Leave The Law
When I speak with a prospective coaching client, I make it a point to discuss in detail how we actually (step by step) leave the law behind.
alt.legal — New Year, New You
If you're thinking about switching jobs or even leaving the legal profession entirely, here are some helpful resources.
From The Career Files: How To Get That (Non-Legal) Hiring Manager To Take Us Seriously
Some of us have already tried to leave law. And it didn’t go well.
Paying for Law School in 2025: A Straight-Talk Playbook
Juno has consistently secured the best private loan deals for students at the Top MBA programs since 2018—now they’re bringing that same offer to law students, at no cost. Students can check their personalized offers at juno.us/atl This article is for general information only and is not personal financial advice.
3 Worthwhile Alternatives To Law School
If you're considering law school because you think you have no other options, think again.
Thinking Of Leaving The Law? Here Are Some Resources
It's fine to say farewell to law, but look before you leap by doing some research.
Why Unhappy Attorneys Who Still Strive For Perfection Have Difficulty In Leaving The Law
Casey Berman of Leave Law Behind discusses how perfectionism can be a barrier to leaving an unhappy career in the law.
From The Career Files: Three Reasons Why Looking For A Job Can Doom Our Efforts To Leave The Law
Casey Berman of Leave Law Behind gives three reasons why unhappy lawyers should not jump onto job boards right away.
9 Non-Legal Jobs You Can (Really, Truly) Do With A Law Degree
Casey Berman of Leave Law Behind discusses the truth behind the phrase “you can do anything with a law degree” and lists nine real-life, non-legal jobs that are in fairly good alignment with an attorney’s skill set.