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New Jersey Law Journal

Amid Facebook Posts About Sex Ed, No Imminent Threat Means No Injunction

The plaintiff wrote on Facebook that teachers were "talking about their sexual life with my kids, and looking for affirmation."
5 minute read

Global Leaders in Law

Belonging: Unveiling the Lesser-Known Twin of Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity and Inclusion have firmly cemented their status as an enduring hot topic in the legal sphere and our broader communities. It's a worthy topic, and partly through senior level discussions and roundtables, the trajectory for the vast majority of organisations is to drive positive change. However, as Richard Harris, Chief Legal Officer of Robert Walters, prepared to facilitate last month's London breakfast round table discussion, he found himself drawn to the less-discussed sibling of D&I: "Belonging".
6 minute read

Global Leaders in Law

Satisfying Ambition: Invaluable Tools for Effective Communications & Career Growth

Since ambition is a powerful driving force in the legal field, spurring individuals to aim higher in their careers, how can we support people in achieving growth when the traditional path of promotion may not be readily accessible? How do we genuinely empower people in today's competitive talent landscape, considering the evolving expectations of the workforce?
6 minute read

Connecticut Law Tribune

University of Connecticut Accused of Racial and Gender Discrimination

"As a result of the retaliation, refusing to reappoint the plaintiff to the position of Assistant Professor, and subjecting her to a meritless investigation, to which she had been subjected by the defendant, the plaintiff experienced severe anxiety and depressive symptoms which required her, on the advice of her mental health care provider and her union representative, to take extended [Family and Medical Leave Act] leave," the complaint said.
4 minute read

New York Law Journal

'Affirmative Recruiting' Under Title VII

This article highlights how, with diversity initiatives under scrutiny after 'Students for Fair Admissions', many are wondering whether diversity-conscious recruiting remains permissible under Title VII.
8 minute read

Law.com

Breaking Boundaries: Unleashing the Power of Flexibility In Law Firms for Recruitment, Retention, Diversity and Client Expansion

Embracing flexibility can provide law firms with a range of competitive advantages, from attracting and retaining top talent to fostering diversity and expanding their client bases. This article delves into the numerous benefits of flexible law practices and explore how those practices could contribute to the growth and success of modern law firms.
7 minute read

International Edition

Slaughters and MoFo Associates Suffer Antisemitic Attack on London Bus

Both lawyers posted about the attack on LinkedIn, and have attracted widespread support.
5 minute read

National Law Journal

'A New Line of Work': Law Firms' Higher Ed Practices Stay Busy After Affirmative Action Ruling

Hogan Lovells' Neal Katyal said about a third of his time has been spent with matters related to the court's affirmative action decision, adding that it has taken up a "huge number of hours."
4 minute read

The American Lawyer

Meet The 2023 American Lawyer's Attorney of the Year Finalists

The winner was announced Nov. 15 at The American Lawyer Industry Awards in New York City.
2 minute read

International Edition

Changing of the Guard at Bennett Jones Heralds the First Black CEO at a National Canadian Law Firm

Dominique Hussey, along with John Mercury, will take over leadership of the firm from Hugh MacKinnon, who steps down after 18 years at the helm.
4 minute read

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