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2) Ask questions and then ask more questions.
3) Ask people to teach you, see them edit your drafts and learn.
4) Follow up with seniors
5) Read everything end to end.
6) Don't make grammatical errors.
7) Always keep the client in mind and understand the macro of every transaction because you'll only be assigned smaller pieces but don't lose sight of the bigger picture.
8) Don't gossip, be nice to everyone and be sincere.
Get a life, fan boy. Otherwise, get into investment banking or private equity.
You'll learn mostly while at work and it's natural to be scolded by seniors sometimes, not shouted or abused though. Improve from it and build relationships which last, people benefit each other for life and not just at firms.
Finally enjoy with your money which tbh isn't a lot left in terms of time or what you save initially, so eat well and take care of wellbeing. Date or do not date whatever works for you, a lot many times single people will be happier if they find themselves, sometimes committed ones are better too. Figure what's your thing.
It's a long race and plan it like that, all the li toxicity aside it's a job which a fraction of 1% are able to get so count yourself lucky and absorb.
As I prepare to begin my journey as an A0 at a Tier-1 law firm in the coming days, I’d truly appreciate any tips or advice—big or small—that helped you navigate your early days and build a strong foundation.
If there’s anything you wish someone had told you at the start, I’d be grateful if you could pass it on. Looking forward to learning from those who’ve walked this path before!
Thank You