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The American Lawyer

Meet the Former Supreme Court Clerks Suing Jones Day

It's easy to say Mark Savignac and Julia Sheketoff were a mismatch with the firm now, but I can't help asking this question: How did Jones Day's Supreme Court and appellate practice group win them over, when they could have gone to any firm that their heart desired?
5 minute read

Law.com

My Weekday Workout: Anderson Kill's Carrie DiCanio

"The only thing that stands between me and exercise is sleep!"
2 minute read

Law.com

Lawyer Resilience in a Pressure-Cooker Profession. It's (Probably) Not What You Think.

"Resilience" doesn't mean "endurance." It involves taking care of ourselves so that we're in the best position to survive—and thrive—amid the intense demands of practicing law.
2 minute read

Daily Report Online

While Children Get Pencils and Notebooks, Lawyers Should Restock Their Lockers, Too

Delegating work to others—including more junior attorneys, paralegals or staff—can help ensure that the ball moves forward without your being spread too thin.
5 minute read

The American Lawyer

Are Parental Leave Policies Innovative or Just Expected Now?

Sidley joins other firms, including Reed Smith and K&L Gates, in rolling out a more generous leave policy for its attorneys. Have parental leave policies become an industry standard?
3 minute read

Law.com

'Partners in Life': How Manatt CEO Donna Wilson and Blank Rome’s Linda Kornfeld Make It Work

This Big Law power couple juggles busy careers and parenting responsibilities. They’re also breaking barriers for LGBT attorneys.
1 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Jumping on the Partnership Track: Is It the Best Move for You?

The legal profession is filled with highly motivated and ambitious professionals. It is therefore unsurprising that the dream of becoming a shareholder or partner preoccupies the minds of many young lawyers.
7 minute read

Corporate Counsel

Let's Ride, Walmart's Compliance Chief (and Cyclist) Urges Company Employees

“I love cycling because I think you can get to so many places, explore so many places, and it's really good at helping with the life/work balance. Especially when you have stressful jobs,” Daniel Trujillo told Corporate Counsel.
4 minute read

Daily Report Online

Should Georgia Bar Licensing Authorities Ask Applicants About Their Mental Health?

Georgia's application asks a nearly identical question to one asked by Connecticut bar examiners, who recently settled an ADA complaint with the U.S. attorney there.
7 minute read

Connecticut Law Tribune

SLIDE SHOW: The Adventures of Alan Barry: Attorney, Celebrity Photographer

"I don't remember the results, but I do remember the moment," said Alan Barry, a Danbury attorney-turned-photographer to celebrities like Kim Kardashian, John Legend, Martha Stewart, Alec Baldwin and Meryl Streep.
4 minute read

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