Meri J Kahan

Meri J Kahan

August 02, 2019 | The Legal Intelligencer

The Mansfield Rule: Lessons for Every Legal Organization

Have you heard of the Mansfield Rule yet? It seems to be the phrase on the tip of everyone’s tongue in diversity and inclusion circles these days.

By Meri J. Kahan

6 minute read

September 04, 2012 | The Legal Intelligencer

Modern-Day Apprenticeship:

Prior to the 19th century, eager would-be lawyers never set foot in a brick-and-mortar school of law. Rather, they served as apprentices to established attorneys who instructed them in the lessons of the law through observation and hands-on experience.

By Joey Tsu-Yi Chen, Meri J. Kahan and Courtney L. Schultz

9 minute read

June 08, 2009 | The Legal Intelligencer

Spelling It Out:

Working as a summer associate is a fantastic way to sharpen your legal skills and get a taste of practicing law. A summer clerkship is exciting! It is probably the first time you are applying the abstract theories learned in law school to concrete cases and issues.

By Matthew M. Haar and Meri J. Kahan

8 minute read