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Pro Mid Market

Developing Your Legal Niche Is a Marathon, Not a Sprint

Mid-Market Pro columnist Ioana Good says midsize firms can own their niche by positioning themselves as thought leaders in a set of industries or practice groups.
5 minute read

The American Lawyer

With Law Firms Under Profit Pressure, Litigation Funders Have Bullish Outlook for 2023

Leaders at Burford Capital and Validity Finance say that in a down market, firms are increasingly open to arrangements that allow them to offload risk.
5 minute read

International Edition

What Can the Legal Industry Learn From Prince Harry?

As firms find themselves in the spotlight, a wise strategy is just to be honest, writes the London Lawyer.
6 minute read

International Edition

Baker McKenzie 'Very Sorry' After Ex-Belgium Lawyer Raises Racism Concerns

It is not the first time that the behaviour of the firm's people has come under fire.
2 minute read

Corporate Counsel

New ACC CLO Survey Provides Key Governance Guidance

Over the past several years, the Survey has been particularly valuable in identifying trends such as greater visibility of the CLO with the C-suite and the boardroom, and increased CLO operational authority over related functions such as compliance and ethics.
7 minute read

New York Law Journal

Biden Taps Retired Albany City Court Judge for DOJ Sex Offender Management Post

Former Judge Helena Heath said it's an opportunity to have a meaningful and impactful role in using that particular law to protect individuals from sexual abuse.
5 minute read

Daily Report Online

Constangy Brooks Names New Macon Office Managing Partner

"I am honored to lead an office with such exemplary attorneys. We are committed to continuing the legacy of outstanding service our clients in Macon, and across Georgia, have come to expect," W. Jonathan Martin said in a news release.
2 minute read

Law.com

Using Feedback To Improve Team Performance

The problem with giving feedback is that it often comes across as criticism. Human beings tend to react defensively, resulting in a denial of the feedback or worse, entrenchment in the behavior or attitude that may be derailing them in the first place. How can we give feedback in a way that minimizes defensiveness?
6 minute read

New York Law Journal

NY Trial Lawyers Association Head Blasts 'Archaic' Wrongful Death Statute, Boosts Chief Judge Hopeful

NYSTLA has been at the forefront of advocating for passage of the Grieving Families Act, which aims to update New York's wrongful death law, which was passed in 1847.
9 minute read

International Edition

Which Law Firms Need Their Leaders More Than Ever Right Now?

Strong leadership is crucial at any time, but when businesses struggle with change, unhappiness or a choppy market, what those at the top do becomes paramount.
6 minute read

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