April 16, 2020 | The American Lawyer
Young Lawyers Are Stuck in the Middle of Law Firm Generation GapsAs law firms face generational transitions, middle management faces its own challenge: navigating the culture clash.
By The Young Lawyer Editorial Board
10 minute read
March 05, 2020 | The American Lawyer
To Bridge the Justice Gap, the Legal Profession Should Welcome Regulatory ReformThe Young Lawyer Editorial Board offers an argument in favor of loosening the restrictions on law firm ownership.
By The Young Lawyer Editorial Board
10 minute read
January 28, 2020 | The American Lawyer
As Clients Demand More Than Ever, How Can Lawyers and Firms Respond?Clients are demanding more of outside counsel than ever before. An open dialogue can help both sides get what they need.
By The Young Lawyer Editorial Board
8 minute read
January 10, 2020 | The American Lawyer
Law Firms Need to Develop Attorneys Into Better Managers. Here's How to Do It.Because of the unique skills required to become an effective leader, law firms should approach the selection and development of managers in new ways.
By The Young Lawyer Editorial Board
6 minute read
December 06, 2019 | The American Lawyer
Young Lawyers, Student Debt and the Path Not TakenHow has law school debt affected the careers and lives of young lawyers, and what would change if it were wiped out?
By The Young Lawyer Editorial Board
9 minute read
October 31, 2019 | The American Lawyer
LPOs Are Disrupting the Industry—and Young Lawyers Should Take NoticeYoung lawyers can benefit from the changes happening in the industry and navigate law firms' shifting business models by following a few recommendations.
By The Young Lawyer Editorial Board
6 minute read
October 04, 2019 | The American Lawyer
Cutting-Edge Practice Areas Are a Worthy Challenge for Young LawyersThere are concrete steps young lawyers can take to get in on the ground floor and form a solid foundation of knowledge in an emerging field.
By The Young Lawyer Editorial Board
9 minute read
October 03, 2019 | The Legal Intelligencer
Psst … Your Bias Is Showing—a Response From YL Editorial BoardWe chose to respond not because we're necessarily offended, but because we believe in challenging one another and promoting honest discussion.
By The Young Lawyer Editorial Board
3 minute read
September 10, 2019 | The American Lawyer
The Archaic Bar Character and Fitness Exam Needs to Be ReformedIt is past time to reexamine the character and fitness process and critically scrutinize the patchwork, inconsistent and ambiguous standards.
By The Young Lawyer Editorial Board
9 minute read
July 31, 2019 | The Legal Intelligencer
Jumping on the Partnership Track: Is It the Best Move for You?The legal profession is filled with highly motivated and ambitious professionals. It is therefore unsurprising that the dream of becoming a shareholder or partner preoccupies the minds of many young lawyers.
By The Young Lawyer Editorial Board
7 minute read