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Relationship Marketing for Lawyers: Strategies for Meaningful Connections

In today’s rapidly evolving legal landscape, relationship marketing remains a cornerstone for business development. However, the strategies that worked in the past need to be updated to resonate with the expectations of...more

Bennett Jones LLP

B.C. Supreme Court Confirms that British Columbia's No-Costs Rule Does Not Apply to Pre-Certification

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British Columbia is often referred to as a "no costs" jurisdiction for class proceedings because section 37 of the B.C. Class Proceedings Act creates a presumptive no-costs regime in British Columbia for certification...more

Stotler Hayes Group, LLC

My Bar Exam: Three Strokes and You’re OUT!

I had always planned to attend law school, but life events delayed my entry until my kids had both started high school. I was 43 years old. Fortunately, my very supportive law school allowed me to stretch the coursework over...more

Decipher Investigative Intelligence

Beware the Off-Cycle Lateral

Timing is everything, as the saying goes — and it certainly holds true when it comes to assessing the risk of lateral partner candidates. Indeed, Decipher Investigative Intelligence analysis reveals a significant trend:...more

Wolf, Greenfield & Sacks, P.C.

Diversity & Inclusion Employee Spotlight: Diana Borgas

We are pleased to spotlight Diana Borgas this month! Diana is a Senior Patent Agent in the Biotechnology Practice in our Boston office. How long have you been at Wolf Greenfield? I have been at Wolf Greenfield for nine...more

Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP

Support and Delegation: The Art of Juggling - Parenthood and Big Law

As many already know, I recently returned to the office after taking parental leave to be home with my baby girl. In my first Fund Finance Friday article since returning from leave, I would like to take this opportunity to...more

Stange Law Firm, PC

What to make of non-local job candidates?

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It is essential to fill an open position at your law firm. Whether it is an attorney, paralegal, legal assistant, or administrative staff member, most law firms cannot afford to have key positions remain open when there is...more

Copo Strategies + Law Firm Editorial Service

Do this to prevent opposing counsel from using your thought leadership against your clients

There’s a ridiculously simple technique attorneys can employ to prevent opposing counsel from using their thought leadership in court papers against their clients. It’s not unusual for attorneys in certain legal practices...more

International Lawyers Network

Mastering Modern Networking: Listening and Connection Strategies for Business Lawyers

Networking remains one of the most powerful tools for building professional relationships, but it’s often misunderstood. Many lawyers feel the need to lead with their expertise, thinking that showcasing their knowledge will...more

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Tips for Paralegals and Litigation Support Professionals – August 2024

8/2/2024 – EU 2024/1689 – Europe Tries to Reign in AI - This week the EU regulation 2024/1689, “laying down harmonised rules on artificial intelligence” became effective. The European Artificial Intelligence Act will regulate...more

Jaburg Wilk

Sometimes Those Who Don’t Speak Have the Most To Say

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Each of us is a part of a group in relation to our work. You are a part of the company where you work. And you are probably part of smaller formal groups comprised of you and co-workers, as well as part of other...more

Baker Donelson

Leadership Lessons I Learned from ABC's Lost

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From 2004 through 2010, I was transfixed (and probably a little addicted) to the ABC hit show Lost. From the pilot episode, Ellen and I were hooked. You likely remember Lost, which is built around a commercial airline that...more

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A Tale of Two Leaders: What Leadership Has Taught Me

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Showcasing how leaders come in various shapes and sizes is the common thread throughout this issue. We interviewed two Baker Donelson women leaders – Martha Boyd, chair of the Firm's Labor & Employment Group, and Jennifer...more

Sands Anderson PC

Incomplete Appellate Record Dooms Appeal: Lessons for Appellate Practitioners

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The Supreme Court of Virginia taught appellate practitioners yet another hard lesson in how procedural pitfalls can scuttle otherwise compelling appeals. In Eckard v. Commonwealth, the pitfall was failing to get the complete...more

Decipher Investigative Intelligence

Cruel Summer: How to Lower Risks This On-Campus Interviewing Season

It’s OCI season, and law firms are already scrambling to recruit the next batch of summer associates. But it’s imperative to remember that your potential summer associates carry risk, too — and a Zoom interview and a quick...more

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What I Learned About Leadership This Summer

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Each year, our Baker Women team makes a point to engage with our summer associates, particularly getting them involved in some of our signature projects, such as our leadership issue of Strive. For this article, we tasked...more

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Leadership, Lawyers, and Basketball – Oh My!

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I've been pondering the relationship among these three things – leadership, lawyers, and basketball – since watching this year's Women's NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament earlier this year, there seems to be a lot we can...more

International Lawyers Network

Overcoming Networking Challenges in a Hybrid World: Tips for Business Lawyers

The shift to virtual and hybrid networking has brought both opportunities and challenges for business lawyers. While virtual connections can broaden your reach, they also come with unique difficulties, such as screen fatigue...more

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Diversity Matters Newsletter Summer 2024 Edition

“Nothing worth having comes easy.” -President Theodore Roosevelt Working towards real diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace should not be easy. In fact, it should be an uncomfortable, arduous journey where...more

International Lawyers Network

Five Networking Tips for Business Lawyers in Today's Evolving Landscape

The landscape of networking has shifted dramatically due to recent global events, but business lawyers have unique opportunities to leverage these changes to their advantage....more

Allen Matkins

Why Taking A Doughnut, A Danish, and A Bagel Might Or Might Not Invite Gluttony - How Should The List Of Exceptions In Section...

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Yesterday's post concerned the exemption from the qualification requirement of the California Corporate Securities Law for most changes in the rights, preferences, privileges, or restrictions of outstanding securities found...more

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Discover the Benefits of Mock Trials

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Case preparation can take months of research, depositions, and strategic planning—all for that one high-pressure moment in court. Even learning how to write a good opening statement can take a considerable amount of time and...more

IMS Legal Strategies

Should Your Gen Z Attorney Be Your Hot Seat Operator?

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Gen Z attorneys are often extremely valuable, hard-working additions to your trial team. We are sure many of our clients would agree, as we worked alongside quite a few truly impressive young trial attorneys....more

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What I Wish I Knew Then: Anthony Crowell

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In "What I Wish I Knew Then: Anthony Crowell" (New York Law Journal, November 16, 2023), the dean and president of New York Law School and counselor to former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg reflects on the importance...more

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Cybersecurity for Lawyers: A Series

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If you are an attorney covering cybersecurity, not only do you have to stay on top of ever-evolving legal obligations and risks, you have to be able to speak competently with your technical counterparts....more

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