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New York Law Journal

Commission: 'Belligerent' Queens Judge Should Be Removed

The commission's recommendation comes after it says O'Connor refused to cooperate with its investigation into his actions on the bench.
5 minute read

Daily Business Review

Considerations Regarding Attorney-Client Privilege in the Joint Representation of Multiple Clients

The attorney-client privilege is one of the cornerstones of the legal profession. Despite the privilege's sacrosanct nature, there are exceptions to the well-established rule that the communications between an attorney and his client are confidential.
5 minute read

Connecticut Law Tribune

Reducing Collections Lawsuits Through Effective Billing Practices

Many attorneys will put off the decision of whether to pursue a client for unpaid legal fees until the end of the calendar year.
6 minute read

The Recorder

I Just Got Fired. How Bad Is This for My Career?

Getting fired is not the end of the world … or your career. Far from it. Professionals are fired every day, in every way, at every level. And for various reasons too—from illegal behavior to politics to just a plain ol' bad fit.
4 minute read

Daily Business Review

What Legal Professionals Want in 2018: Less Stress, More Appreciation

Happy employees are good for business, according to a Robert Half study on workplace happiness, It's Time We All Work Happy™. They're more loyal, productive, healthier and motivated to contribute to their company's bottom line.
5 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Improving Diversity Through Inclusion: Get Asked to Dance

Studies have consistently shown that diverse environments—whether in the classroom or the board room—have better overall performance. And it is easy to see why. A room full of people with different backgrounds naturally has more viewpoints, talents and experiences to draw on. This, in turn, leads to more creativity and innovation as everyone works together.
6 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Ethics Forum: Questions and Answers on Professional Responsibility

If a judge would normally be disqualified from a case, but all parties agree for the judge to—in an administrative matter—accept a waiver or a waiver of a preliminary hearing or a negotiated guilty plea, can the judge do that?
7 minute read

Daily Business Review

Going Solo: Six Financial Tips for Setting Up Your Own Law Firm

Many associates in large law firms dream of the day when they can go out on their own. However, without a clear understanding of the financial and operational realities involved in running a law practice, the transition from lawyer to small business owner can become a challenging one.
5 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Millennial Attorneys: How to Make Your First Year Work for You

The legal profession is notoriously slow when it comes to adapting to change. Even though many law firms are doing a better job of adjusting to millennial lawyers' needs and expectations, and law schools are requiring more practical curricula, the transition from law school to practice still proves tough for many new attorneys.
8 minute read

The Recorder

How to Write a Great Thank You Note

Sending a thank you note is a must after every meaningful professional encounter. Blow it off and your candidacy could be DOA or your reputation tainted.
4 minute read

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