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February 28, 2008
So just what is “Business Law”?
It is Business Law Theme Week here in the CSO and you may be wondering what, exactly, do we mean when we say “Business Law”? The answer, of course, is that practicing business law can mean a lot of different things and we have a lot of resources for you to consult to get a better idea.
• The Vault Guide to Corporate Law Careers is one such resource available in the CSO. This publication provides a basic description of “Corporate Law” and goes into detail on issues such as litigation versus transactional law, what it means to be a transactional attorney, and what specific practice areas generally fall into the category of Corporate Practice. This guide also provides detail about the hiring process and the day-to-day work of attorneys in these practices areas.
• The Official Guide to Legal Specialties by Lisa Abrams is also a useful resource available in the CSO. In this guide, Lisa Abrams devotes an entire chapter to Corporate Practice, including insights from practicing attorneys and information about what skills are most important to corporate lawyers.
• For those of you considering a career that is business-related, but outside of typical legal practice, keep in mind that the CSO also provides guides geared toward careers in consulting and investment banking.
And remember, if you’d like to hear directly from practicing attorneys about their experience in business law, attend our Business Law Career Panel TODAY at noon in Room A57.
Posted by kcc17 at February 28, 2008 12:45 PM