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National Law Journal

A Glimpse at the Newest Class of SCOTUS Law Clerks

Here's what we know, so far, about the 37 Supreme Court law clerks selected for the upcoming term.
4 minute read

Daily Business Review

South Florida Law Firms Are Finding Associates in Uncommon Places Amid Talent Wars

"If you are a well-credentialed candidate in any major practice area, you can make a lateral move with little or no thought and you'll be paid for it," said one recruiter.
7 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

The Pressure Paradox: 3 Suggestions to Ease Rainmaker Stress

Generally, and, as with virtually anything, subject to exceptions, the most prolific business getters I have worked with or placed are most definitely not on cruise control. In fact, the overriding majority are as worried about when their next case, deal or project will hit, as they were many years ago.
6 minute read

Daily Business Review

Lessons on Recruiting and Onboarding Law Firm Partners During a Pandemic

Recruiting a new partner may be one of the most nuanced parts of an attorney's job. Finding an individual who matches your firm requires a deep understanding of not only the prospect's personality, legal practice, and overall approach to business, but also your own.
7 minute read

National Law Journal

Key Vacancies Remain at DOJ as Biden Administration Pushes Forward With Its Agenda

Eleven of the 15 Senate-confirmed positions at Main Justice remain unfilled six months into President Joe Biden's term.
7 minute read

Legaltech News

Firms' Post-Pandemic Reality: Fewer Secretaries, More Automation and Outsourcing

During the pandemic, U.S., U.K. and Asia-Pacific law firms cut "underutilized" administration staff, according to a BigHand survey. But as they move to automate more of their workflows, many may need to rely even more on outside help.
4 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Troutman Pepper Promotes New Chief Legal Talent Officer as Recruiting Wars Heat Up

Sona Spencer, Troutman Pepper's new chief legal talent officer, has taken over for Pepper Hamilton alum Maggie Suender, amid a blazing-hot talent market in the legal industry.
3 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Centralized and Specialized: Fox Rothschild's Realignment Follows Growing Trend for Big Law Support Staff

Legal industry consultants have said the pandemic bore out what they've been telling law firms for years—that their support teams are overstaffed.
5 minute read

The American Lawyer

Legal Industry Recovery Pushes Past Halfway Point

The latest BLS jobs report shows the legal industry is continuing a steady recovery toward pre-pandemic employment.
2 minute read

The American Lawyer

Join Us for a Twitter Chat on the State of Mental Health in the Legal Industry

It's no secret the legal industry has long struggled with mental health issues. But how has the pandemic affected the industry? What is important now to protect attorneys and their well-being?
2 minute read

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