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The Careerist: Must Lawyers Cover Up Their Tattoos?

Tattoos are not just for bikers anymore. But a reader asks, can lawyers wear them to the office? And does it matter how brazen the tattoos are? The answer is "yes," to both questions.

Downsides of Upward Review?

I am a midlevel associate at a large law firm that has announced it will be starting an upward review program. I am concerned about how this type of program works and whether there is any downside to participating.

What to Do About Lack of Contact With My Mentor?

I am a first-year bankruptcy associate at a BigLaw firm. I've met only once with the partner who is assigned to be my mentor, about six months ago. What should I do next?

Is It a Mistake to Think About Leaving My Government Job?

I am working as a government litigator, with pretty much unlimited job security, but I am getting a little bored. Is it a mistake to be looking for another job?

Solo Asks for Help Getting Business at New Office

I am a seasoned solo practitioner, with 25 years of experience, who opened a new office a year ago. I have created a website, used a direct mail campaign, and done several other things to get business, but the phone still doesn't ring. What am I doing wrong?