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FAQs: Securing Discovery From a Texas Non-Party

If a non-party fails to comply with a valid and enforceable subpoena without adequate excuse, a court can hold the non-party in contempt and punish the non-party by fine or imprisonment (Tex. R. Civ P. 176.8). A Texas court can also compel the non-party to respond to the discovery subpoena, say Cantey Hanger attorney Ali Mosser.
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Texas Lawyer

Law Firms Must Rise to Meet New Challenges Post-Pandemic

After an extended period of working remotely in a great deal of isolation, attracting and retaining talent will be the next big hurdle for firms to address, says Brett Johnson is the head of the Litigation Practice for the Dallas office of Winston & Strawn.
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Connecticut Law Tribune

'It's OK to Admit You Have a Bias': Chief Justice Says Progress Made, Awareness Needed

"Are we doing procedural justice? The answer is no," said Chief Justice Richard A. Robinson.
5 minute read

Corporate Counsel

Can Your CEO Help Win Your Case?

How can corporate in-house counsel prepare for—and defend—allegations that go to the heart of the company's business? One of the most critical steps is to identify the right company witnesses and prepare them to testify. In "bet-the-company" disputes, those witnesses should be high-ranking senior executives who can look the jury in the eye and explain the company's actions.
8 minute read

New York Law Journal

When Lawyers Speak Offensively to Adversaries

Speech should not cross the line. But where is that line?
7 minute read

New York Law Journal

Embracing the Gains of Virtual Trials: Part 1 

This experiment with virtual trials may feel like a temporary solution to what was a temporary problem. But should it be?
11 minute read

New Jersey Law Journal

It's All About Style

APPELLATE ANSWERS: Without question, judges notice the use of correct formatting in appellate briefs. A strong command of the rules demonstrates appellate counsel's professionalism and projects an attorney who is experienced, accurate, and organized.
5 minute read

New York Law Journal

The Continuing Saga of the New Rules

This column discusses issues and decisions involving new Rule 22 NYCRR 202.8-g, which requires that summary judgment motions, in addition to the customary submission of affirmations, evidence and memoranda of law, now also be accompanied by a concise Statement of Material Facts, setting forth the material facts as to which the moving party contends there are no triable issues, with citations to evidence in the record.
13 minute read

Texas Lawyer

Your Career, Leadership Style and Well-Rounded Life: How to Succeed as a Female Litigator

"While the road to being a successful female litigator may have its challenges, there are steps to take that can help clear the path," says Austin attorney Marisa Secco Giles.
6 minute read

Legaltech News

Custodians v. Collaborators: Tips for Addressing Collaborative Applications

The end of this three-part series on how the concept of a custodian in e-discovery applies to modern collaboration platforms provides a set of practical tips and recommendations on how to successfully navigate discovery of collaborative data sources.
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