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Daily Report Online

Alston & Bird Malpractice Verdict May Exceed $1.4M

Each side's lawyers disagree about how much the award should be reduced under apportionment law.
2 minute read

Pro Mid Market

The Economic Basis for Greater Diversity in the Legal Profession

Law firms should embrace diversity and strive to increase and retain their minority ranks not just as a form of corporate social responsibility, but also because it makes economic sense.
6 minute read

Daily Report Online

Alston & Bird Malpractice Trial Goes to the Jurors

Plaintiffs are asking for more than $3.5 million in damages and attorney fees after the firm allegedly failed to protect the interests of members in a family-owned business.
5 minute read

New York Law Journal

Ex-Bryan Cave Lawyer Convicted of Fraud in Maxim Deal Is Disbarred

Newkirk's monthlong fraud trial in late 2015 drew headlines across a broad spectrum of New York press and many lawyers followed its twists and turns.
5 minute read

Corporate Counsel

From 700 Law Firms to 7: Avis' Changed Approach to Legal Work Has 'Saved Millions'

Through a reimagining of its legal spend, Avis' legal department has taken law firm convergence to the next level.
6 minute read

The American Lawyer

Billing Rate Gap Widens as Big Firms Demand Ever-Higher Premiums

When it comes to hourly billing rates, the largest firms have pulled even farther ahead.
4 minute read

Texas Lawyer

Considerations for Attorney Work Product in the Client File

It is not uncommon for clients to request a copy of their file from their attorneys. Sometimes, the situation in which such a request is made is a…
6 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Four Marketing Lessons from the Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl Win

Our Philadelphia Eagles gave us much to celebrate, winning Super Bowl 52—against all the odds. They also gave us some great lessons that apply equally to football and to marketing.
9 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Court Rejects Malpractice Coverage for Lamb McErlane in Estate Case

A federal judge said the claim originated before the policy began, when the estate beneficiaries alleged excessive fees in a letter to the court.
3 minute read

Daily Report Online

To Fight Legal Malpractice Claims, Consider These Habits and Defenses

Many legal malpractice complaints allege serious errors or breaches in judgment by attorneys. However, legal malpractice cases are unique because liability does not automatically attach, even if an attorney committed an error or violated his ethical obligation.
6 minute read

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