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Focus (Forum & Focus)

Feb. 3, 2009

Firms, Schools Should Collaborate to Create Engaging Training Models

American law schools and law firms simply can't continue with the same recruiting and development model of the past decade, writes Peter D. Ocko. - Firm Guidance

FIRM GUIDANCE

By Peter D. Ocko

As economic woes ensnare even the formerly safe havens of law firms, resounding calls for seismic, high-level change are coming from familiar and not-so-familiar sources.

Cravath's Evan Chesler has boldly proposed the end of the billable hour. Others are demanding true business leadership, returning highly skilled partners to the practice of law and letting experienced, independent executives assume a strong...

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