Brains count some.

If you get where you can conduct a case to a successful result you will never miss the 'gift o' the gab.' Talking's the little end of the horn in my profession, despite tradition.
"I asked for a reason, March," he went on.

"What do you say to our forming a partnership?
When you get through the Law School you come to me, if you wish, and tell me that you are ready to enter my office, and I'll answer 'I'm very glad to have you, Mr.March.' Of course we could arrange for a regular partnership a year or so later.

Meanwhile the usual arrangement would be made.

It may be that you know of some very much better office which you would prefer to go to.