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Speak for Yourself: It’s All About Who You Know

July 18, 2013jobs, law firm, Law School, Lawyer, sumeadvice, chicago, networkingjohnrisvold

In the middle of my 3rd year of law school, I decided that I wanted to live in Chicago.  The problem with this idea was I knew a grand total of 2 attorneys in the entire state of Illinois. I …

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A Patron of the Law

January 30, 2013bubble, debt, economics, economy, education, Law School, politics, solo lawyer, student loan bubble, student loans, young lawyerUncategorizedjohnrisvold

Earlier this week, my Alma Mater received an $8.3 million dollar gift to support Mizzou Athletics. The gift will support Athletic department facility improvements and expansions, including renovations to Memorial Stadium and a new clubhouse for the men’s and women’s golf teams at …

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Ten Things Law School Didn’t Teach Me About Practicing Law

October 1, 20121L, 2L, 3L, Attorney, Bar Exam, Exam, Law, Law Practice, Law School, LawyerUncategorizedjohnrisvold

My law school experience, I believe, was typical of thousands of current and former law students. I studied hard, read and briefed countless cases, took whatever practical skills courses were available at my school and for the most part learned …

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