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The productivity problem: why are lawyers working longer hours in the age of innovation?

New research has found that despite much-heralded efficiencies offered by new technology, the number of hours lawyers are working is actually increasing
4 minute read

International Edition

Why the Sidley suicide story resonates with anyone who knows Big Law firm life

What killed Gabriel MacConaill was the type of work most lawyers do: helping a company make or save money
4 minute read

International Edition

'Big Law killed my husband' – an open letter from a Sidley partner's widow

The wife of Sidley Austin partner Gabe MacConaill shares her story.
12 minute read

International Edition

Cristiano Ronaldo, NDAs and how the #MeToo movement is spurring legal changes

The football star's alleged conduct illustrates ongoing concerns about the use of NDAs on both sides of the Atlantic
4 minute read

International Edition

Harnessing the cryptocurrency hype – partners size up prospects for the 'Wild West' market

A recent inquiry into the burgeoning crypto-asset market labelled the current state of affairs as a 'Wild West' - so what do lawyers in the sector think about the prospects of establishing the UK as a global centre for the industry?
6 minute read

International Edition

'Law firms live or die by their reputations' – recruitment risks in the #MeToo era

Employment experts question wisdom of recruiting partners under regulatory scrutiny
4 minute read

International Edition

Glass ceilings and dark horses: sizing up CC's senior partner contenders

The five contenders in CC's senior partner election have been revealed - who are the most credible candidates?
4 minute read

The American Lawyer

Boies' Mea Culpa Doesn't Cut It

How did a bona fide legend like David Boies get caught in this tawdry Harvey Weinstein mess in which his judgment and ethics are called to question?
6 minute read

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