Lisa Helem

November 13, 2019 | National Law Journal

Leading attorneys share the lessons they've learned in legal practice.

By Lisa Helem

3 minute read

November 06, 2019 | National Law Journal

No matter your level within a firm, you are likely going to find yourself in a situation where your colleagues do not know who you are. Learn the necessities of the new environment and to be willing to adapt.

By Natalie Bennett

5 minute read

October 25, 2019 | National Law Journal

NLJ Editor-in-Chief Lisa Helem on highlights in the NLJ's November issue, including a cover story by federal courts reporter, Jacqueline Thomsen.

By Lisa Helem

3 minute read

October 21, 2019 | National Law Journal

The False Claims Act is a powerful tool that the government can use to address sweeping frauds. After 'Hodge,' it can prove aggregate losses that result from a pattern of fraudulent conduct.

By Caleb Hayes-Deats 

5 minute read

October 17, 2019 | National Law Journal

The Supreme Court has held repeatedly that private parties have an implied right of action to assert claims for separation-of-powers violations. But this right means nothing unless those bringing successful challenges have access to meaningful remedies.

By Ilya Shapiro

5 minute read

October 16, 2019 | National Law Journal

Young lawyers are uniquely suited to remain abreast of new developments and can provide value to clients by becoming subject matter experts.

By Brian Walsh

6 minute read

October 15, 2019 | National Law Journal

It is my hope that the court considers a fairer way for the public to experience oral arguments, one that doesn't debase both our democracy and those who attempt to observe it.

By Keith T.W. Anderko

4 minute read

October 11, 2019 | National Law Journal

This year, these lawyers and law firms stood above the rest. We'll honor them on Oct. 30 at The Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C.

By Lisa Helem

2 minute read

October 10, 2019 | National Law Journal

"It is fundamentally unfair to punish employers for complying with Title VII as written and construed for decades. The Supreme Court should leave whether and how to change our nondiscrimination laws to Congress," writes an attorney who argued before the justices this week.

By John Bursch

4 minute read

October 08, 2019 | National Law Journal

At some point, no matter how much time we invest on a matter, our work product will receive a sharp critique. Here's how to keep a clear head and embrace the positive.

By Eric R. Nitz

4 minute read