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New Jersey Law Journal

Jury Instructions Are Critically Important

Because of the impact that instructions have upon the jurors at every stage of trial, it behooves trial counsel to really give consideration to proposed instructions at any stage of trial.
20 minute read

Corporate Counsel

Amazon's GC on 'No-Lose' Talent Program in Legal Department

Amazon is a participant in the OnRamp Fellowship program for women attorneys who want to re-enter the workforce after time off.
4 minute read

Legaltech News

Unpacking Open Source Licensing: What Tech Developers Need To Know

Panelists at Legalweek West look to demystify open source licensing for developers and attorneys.
4 minute read

Connecticut Law Tribune

Top Connecticut DUI Lawyer Eyes Pace of Change

An expert on DUI law in Connecticut, James O. Ruane has been an early adopter of the latest technology in defending Connecticut residents in DUI cases since 1988.
6 minute read

Legaltech News

Ask the Legal Tech Marketer: How to Maintain Long-Term Client Satisfaction

Industry insiders provide tips on providing the services needed to guarantee client satisfaction.
8 minute read

Connecticut Law Tribune

Part II: Making Critical Decisions During Mediation

Early ex parte communications are permitted in mediation, and they can be extremely productive.
6 minute read

New York Law Journal

Twist in London Whale Case Exposes Threat of Sideways Witness

It could be a worst-case scenario for any trial attorney: a key witness has gone sideways and threatens to blow up the case. In conversations with practitioners, the threat is one that even the best attorneys face. But they point to ways to try and mitigate that possibility and to keep things from going belly-up.
4 minute read

Connecticut Law Tribune

Tips on Arbitration Advocacy, Part IV (Conclusion)

A quick way to lose credibility with the arbitrator is being too argumentative or trying to disparage opposing counsel or witnesses.
17 minute read

Connecticut Law Tribune

Tips on Arbitration Advocacy, Part III

As arbitration is meant to be relatively expeditious and inexpensive, arbitrators are generally reluctant to encourage or allow the use of prehearing motions. There are times when such motions may aid the process and should be considered. Motions in aid of prehearing exchange of information are often wanted but parties should confer with each other before contacting the arbitrator to see if there would be agreement on a discovery issue.
7 minute read

Connecticut Law Tribune

Tips on Arbitration Advocacy, Part II

One of the most important steps in ensuring an effective arbitration is to be fully prepared for the preliminary hearing that will be held by the arbitrators soon after they have been appointed.
5 minute read

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