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PODCASTThe Long GameBTB · EP 09 · 2026

The Early Years in Litigation

What the first months in court actually look like: finding the right senior, the mistakes young litigators repeat, learning to draft before you argue, and the honest question of work-life balance in litigation.

Beyond The Brief Team 1 Jun 2026 57:00

What this episode covers

  • Finding the right senior — what to look for
  • Common mistakes young litigators make
  • What to expect in the first few months in court
  • The realities of work-life balance in litigation
  • Learning on the job, from drafting to arguing
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