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Essential books - and great gifts - for new lawyers
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Common Sense Rules Of Advocacy For Lawyers (Communication Series)Common Sense Rules Of Advocacy For Lawyers (Communication Series) by Keith Evans
Buy used from: $45.00
As Roxanne Barton Conlin (first female Pres of ATLA) said, "If new advocates could have only one 'how to' book this would be it."
Effectively Using Persuasion in Your Oral Presentations: A Trial Lawyer's Perspective (Capitol Learning Audio Course)Effectively Using Persuasion in Your Oral Presentations: A Trial Lawyer's Perspective (Capitol Learning Audio Course) by TheCapitol.Net
Audio course on CD from an experienced trial lawyer
McElhaney's Trial Notebook, Fourth EditionMcElhaney's Trial Notebook, Fourth Edition by James W. McElhaney
Buy new: $40.92 / Used from: $35.00
The latest edition of a classic.
Black's Law Dictionary, Eighth Edition (Black's Law Dictionary (Standard Edition))Black's Law Dictionary, Eighth Edition (Black's Law Dictionary (Standard Edition))
Buy new: $53.49 / Used from: $44.95
Black's Law Dictionary is essential
Black's Law Dictionary: Deluxe Thumb-Index (Black's Law Dictionary)Black's Law Dictionary: Deluxe Thumb-Index (Black's Law Dictionary) by Bryan A. Garner
Buy new: $85.04 / Used from: $54.00
Here's the fancy edition of Black's
Black's Law Dictionary, Deluxe Edition in SlipcaseBlack's Law Dictionary, Deluxe Edition in Slipcase by Bryan A. Garner
Buy new: $138.00 / Used from: $125.00
And here's the fancy edition of Black's in slipcase
The Elements of Legal StyleThe Elements of Legal Style by Bryan A. Garner
Buy new: $19.80 / Used from: $17.44
This guide to legal writing will become more valuable to you over time.
The New Yorker Book of Lawyer CartoonsThe New Yorker Book of Lawyer Cartoons by New Yorker
Buy new: $14.96 / Used from: $0.01
Classic lawyer cartoons from The New Yorker
How to Start & Build a Law Practice, 5th Edition (Career Series / American Bar Association)How to Start & Build a Law Practice, 5th Edition (Career Series / American Bar Association) by Jay G. Foonberg
Buy new: $44.07 / Used from: $43.86
If you're thinking of going out on your own, Foonberg's book is essential. And if are already on your own and haven't read this, BUY THIS BOOK.
Rain Making: The Professional's Guide to Attracting New ClientsRain Making: The Professional's Guide to Attracting New Clients by Ford Harding
Buy new: $10.17 / Used from: $0.01
How to bring in the business.
What Can You Do With a LawDegree?: A Lawyer's Guide to Career Alternatives Inside, Outside & Around the LawWhat Can You Do With a LawDegree?: A Lawyer's Guide to Career Alternatives Inside, Outside & Around the Law by Deborah Arron
Buy new: $23.97 / Used from: $14.98
Some ideas for a non-legal career
Careers in LawCareers in Law by Gary Munneke
Buy new: $10.85 / Used from: $5.48
The Complete Guide to Contract LawyeringThe Complete Guide to Contract Lawyering by Deborah Arron
Buy new: $29.95 / Used from: $23.15
Leading Lawyers: Managing Partners From Akin Gump, Kilpatrick Stockton, King & Spalding and More on Becoming a Senior Partner & Leader in Your Law Firm (Inside the Minds)Leading Lawyers: Managing Partners From Akin Gump, Kilpatrick Stockton, King & Spalding and More on Becoming a Senior Partner & Leader in Your Law Firm (Inside the Minds) by Jr. Walter Driver
Buy used from: $179.95
If you're thinking of working - or are going to work - in a larger firm.