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Victoria Ostrander

Victoria Ostrander

Victoria Ostrander is the assistant editor of The National Law Journal, The American Lawyer and Corporate Counsel. Contact her at [email protected]. On Twitter: @vostrander_alm

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March 04, 2024 | National Law Journal

Arguing Class Actions: Why the Catalyst Theory Matters

Arguing Class Actions is a monthly column for the National Law Journal written by DiCello Levitt's Adam J. Levitt.

By Adam J. Levitt

7 minute read

February 07, 2024 | National Law Journal

Congress Should Curb Removals to Federal Court in Some Section 1983 Cases

"To understand why removal in some cases should be prohibited, it is necessary to examine the current law regarding which cases can and cannot be heard in the federal courts."

By Alan B. Morrison

8 minute read

January 25, 2024 | The American Lawyer

The Fully Human Lawyer: Value Beyond Numbers

"Whether conversing with a leader who was facilitating their organization's decision-making or with an individual advocating for themselves, 'the numbers' always serve as the starting point," Lauren Krasnow writes. "However, as I remind my coaching clients, 'the numbers' never tell the whole story."

By Lauren G. Krasnow

7 minute read

January 18, 2024 | The American Lawyer

The Elephant Is Still in the Room (and Impacting Performance)

Performance coaching is a difference-maker for firms that want to improve lawyer retention.

By Bryan Parker

8 minute read

January 16, 2024 | The American Lawyer

College Campus Free Speech Woes Command the Legal Profession to Step Up and Step In

"It's time that the legal profession stepped up boldly to lead the much-needed college campus free speech reforms we all know are required in this national moment of consequence," says attorney and political commentator Sophia A. Nelson.

By Sophia A. Nelson

7 minute read

January 08, 2024 | National Law Journal

Justice Thomas Broke the Law—Does It Matter?

"The debate about whether the justices were or should be bound by any ethics rules drew attention away from the fact that Thomas' conduct violated federal laws specifically requiring him to disclose the gifts. The question now is whether his violation of that duty will have any consequence for him."

By William W. Taylor

8 minute read

January 08, 2024 | National Law Journal

Arguing Class Actions: Objections to Class Action Settlements

Arguing Class Actions is a monthly column for the National Law Journal written by DiCello Levitt's Adam J. Levitt.

By Adam J. Levitt

9 minute read

January 04, 2024 | The American Lawyer

Mayer Brown's Chair on What Deep Sea Exploration Teaches Us About the Legal Industry's Adoption of Gen AI

After reading "The Underworld," Mayer Brown chair Jon Van Gorp reflects on how new discoveries and innovations in deep sea exploration raise similar questions that stem from gen AI's advancement.

By Jon Van Gorp

6 minute read

January 03, 2024 | The American Lawyer

Dear Dan: Why Are Multiple Recruiters Pitching Me About the Same Job at the Same Time?

Dan Binstock pulls back the curtain on why associates suddenly receive "recruiter blitz" emails at the same time about the exact same position—and he explains how to respond.

By Dan Binstock

7 minute read

December 19, 2023 | The American Lawyer

Why Jews Belong Under The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Umbrella

"Including Jews under the DEI umbrella would accomplish three things. First is education. Providing more knowledge could bring more understanding. Second is bridging differences. Fostering communication will help build relationships and facilitate productive dialogue. Third is community. Jews need a safe space to connect and explore the range of experiences we are facing."

By Debbie Epstein Henry

5 minute read