law firms
Attorney group practices
Law firms are businesses where lawyers practice together, sharing resources and clients.
They range from small partnerships to massive international organizations with thousands of attorneys.
The structure typically includes partners who own the firm and associates who work toward partnership: She joined a law firm right out of law school.
Major law firms are often called "Big Law."
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