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March 20267 min read
Should You Accept a Counter Offer in Legal? 

Counter offers are more common in legal than most professionals expect. Based on data from our network, 57% of lawyers receive one when they resign. This guide breaks down what it means at each stage of your career and how to assess whether it is worth accepting.

March 20267 min read
What The 2026 Big Law Salary Scale Misses 

Explore Big Law salaries in 2026, including the Cravath scale, Am Law 100–200 compensation, and how bonuses, practice demand, and platform strength affect associate earnings.

February 20262 mins read
How to Resign Professionally – A Guide for Candidates and Employe... 

Learn how to resign professionally, protect your reputation, and manage counter offers with clarity. Practical advice for candidates and employers on handling resignation the right way.

February 20264 min read
Regulatory and Legal Market Momentum in the Year of the Horse 

Regulatory and legal jobs in 2026 shaped by the Year of the Fire Horse, with career insight for candidates and hiring guidance for regulatory and legal teams.

January 2026
What Will the General Counsel of 2026 Look Like? 

Mid-level legal associates are the hardest hires for law firms. Learn what they prioritise in 2026 and how employers can attract and secure them.

October 2025
Magic Circle vs Silver Circle: Career Paths 

Compare Magic Circle vs Silver Circle careers for experienced lawyers, including progression, partnership routes, compensation, and client exposure.

October 2025
Career Path for an Associate General Counsel 

Build your legal leadership career across Europe with expert insights from Larson Maddox. Explore roles, map your path, or request a call back today.

August 2025
How Lateral Hiring is Redefining the Legal Industry 

Caroline O'Connell explores how strategic lateral hiring is reshaping the legal industry in 2025, with insights on in-demand candidate qualities, market demand, and smarter hiring strategies.

June 2025
Beware of Recruitment Scams: What You Need to Know 

Learn how to spot and avoid recruitment scams targeting professionals in the regulatory & legal industry.

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