Editorial Board

November 18, 2010 | The Legal Intelligencer

Perhaps Rodger Gordon has a valid point. This 43-year-old law student at Georgetown University Law Center recently grabbed national attention by taking a leave of absence from school to appeal his recent court loss to the U.S. Supreme Court.

By YL Editorial Board

6 minute read

August 05, 2010 | The Legal Intelligencer

In 1963, in the matter of Gideon v. Wainwright, the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously held that the Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution mandated the right to counsel in criminal cases for defendants who were unable to afford an attorney.

By YL Editorial Board

10 minute read

August 11, 2009 | The Legal Intelligencer

Over the recent weeks and months, much has been said and written about the perceived diversity among the justices on the U.S. Supreme Court.

By YL Editorial Board

7 minute read

November 04, 2010 | The Legal Intelligencer

Fall is a popular time for evaluations and compensation adjustments. While young lawyers are undoubtedly affected by the evaluation process, too often they do not approach the process with the necessary energy and commitment, missing an important opportunity for professional development and career advancement.

By YL Editorial Board

7 minute read

January 07, 2010 | The Legal Intelligencer

Nearly all associates, if they really think about it, can cite to an example of their own sheer laziness. At the very least, associates can cite to times when they consciously delivered an acceptable, but not exceptional, work product.

By YL Editorial Board

5 minute read

October 07, 2010 | The Legal Intelligencer

Unlike the college or law school selection process, most lawyers are not familiar with the reputations and names of the firms prior to practicing.

By YL Editorial Board

5 minute read

July 27, 2011 | New York Law Journal

Your attire makes a statement about your competence and professionalism, and may impact your future success in the legal world. Here are some tips to keep people listening to what you say rather than focusing on what you're wearing, from the editorial board of The Legal Intelligencer's Young Lawyer.

By Young Lawyer Editorial Board

7 minute read

December 21, 2010 | The Legal Intelligencer

Recent news reports have raised questions about the wisdom of the policy that permits certain Pennsylvania judges to accept gifts, including from lawyers or parties who appear or may appear before them. There is no wisdom in this policy. It should be changed to protect the integrity of the judiciary and the public's confidence in the courts.

By The Editorial Board

5 minute read

September 09, 2010 | The Legal Intelligencer

Unlike the college or law school selection process, most lawyers are not familiar with the reputations and names of the firms prior to practicing. Whereas in your law school selection process you might have known that you wanted an urban experience, or a school founded in a religious tradition, the chances are that recent grads have no real information about area law firms other than what could be found on websites and in promotional materials or NALP forms.

By YL Editorial Board

5 minute read

July 21, 2011 | Texas Lawyer

As young attorneys, there are definitely times when we need a dose of inspiration. In fact, you may even find yourself questioning why you became an attorney in the first place after a tough day in court, criticism from a partner, a dragging week or endless calls from a difficult client.

By Young Lawyer Editorial Board

10 minute read