BLG 101

BLG’s introductory program for new associates and lateral hire professionals is designed to provide them with the skills they will need to develop their practice and expertise. In addition to offering components of knowledge, practice and relationship management, BLG 101 facilitates opportunities to help our more junior professionals get to know peers and professional colleagues at the Firm.

Substantive Knowledge

Continuing legal education offering more advanced insights to prepare BLG lawyers for the boardroom and the courtroom. Courses include:

'How to' Basics
Precedents
Opinions
Specialized legal expertise
Practice group meetings
New Legislation
Business trends
Learning about your client

Practice Management

Equips BLG lawyers with the skill set necessary to serve our clients professionally on every assignment. Courses include:

Conflicts & Ethics
Research
Time Management
Advocacy
Career Planning
Economics
Leadership

Relationship Management

Develops new associates’ understanding of how to develop and maintain high quality and professional client-lawyer relationships. Courses include:

Service excellence
Financial management
Building relationships
Understanding needs
Public speaking & networking
Communication skills

Testimonial

According to Marc Unger, one of our lawyers in Commercial Litigation, the technical knowledge and real-life experiences offered by BLG 101 are a bonus for young lawyers who can launch their career with all the tools they need to become excellent professionals and exceptional client advisors.