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Careers in Law Roundtable: 5 Attorneys Discuss How They Found Their Path

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Published on June 5, 2024

Curious about a career in law? Whether you’re in law school, taking the Law School Admission Test (LSAT), or finishing your undergraduate degree, it’s helpful to hear from attorneys to get a sense of what working in the legal field …

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