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Piercing Privilege With “Reasonable Basis To Believe”

A federal contractor maintains he talked to attorneys about ensuring compliance and those communication should be privileged, but the Court […]

Struggling Law Schools Forced To Experiment

An idea that promised to solve at least some problems plaguing law schools has foundered, in the one top-tier school […]

Law Firms Spying On Lawyers

Law firms have been low-hanging fruit for hackers and spammers, at least in comparison to the corporations that are their […]

Judge Lambastes Gibson Dunn Over Missing Bridgegate Notes

The firm has been sharply criticized by a federal judge for the “unorthodox approach” it took in its investigation of the Christie administration Bridgegate lane-closing scandal.

Are Deep Voices More Persuasive?

A number of studies have found there is such a thing as “charismatic” speech patterns, and one study went so […]

EU Ratchets Up Cybersecurity Rules

In Europe, a “milestone” cybersecurity agreement will require upgraded digital infrastructure in essential services, including transportation control and electricity grid […]

Global Law Firms Find Collaboration Difficult

Large firms with far-flung offices have a hard time facilitating collaboration among their members. Referring work and mentoring are two […]

How Improve Client Updates On Your Firm Website

The case law “client update” is a standard feature on many law firm websites, and  is often the fallback when […]

Risk & Return In Burgeoning Renewable Energy Sector

The question of how attorneys can best balance risk and return, specifically in the rapidly developing renewable energy industry, where for a number of reasons it’s especially critical.

Make “Contact Us” A Draw, Not A Footnote

The “Contact Us” link on most law firm websites is a wasted opportunity, writes Erika Ritzer from Greenfield/Belser. It’s often […]

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