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The article presents an interview with Scott Young, a labor and employment attorney. He discusses his career path, including his transition from science to law and his passion for trial work and business. Topics discussed include the balancing act of defending employers while advising on legal matters, the impact of artificial intelligence on employment practices, and recent trends in age discrimination and Fair Labor Standards Act cases.

The article explores how initial dismay over the U.S. Supreme Court's 2023 decision against affirmative action in higher education has transformed into renewed motivation for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts within law firms. Topics discussed include the shift from fear to resilience in DEI initiatives, the impact of advanced DEI measures on law firm culture, and the ongoing challenge of maintaining commitment amidst regulatory and societal changes.

An interview with David Sarnacki, a lawyer and poet is presented, discussing his career and motivations. Topics include his dedication to helping people through pro bono work, his career shift to family and divorce law after starting in civil work and commercial litigation, and his philosophy of guiding clients through challenging times while maintaining ethical and constructive behavior.

The article details the current dynamics of the legal sector in Northern California. Topics include the enduring influence of technology on the Bay Area's legal market, the surge in venture capital and startup activity driving demand for legal expertise, and the evolving challenges and opportunities for law firms in emerging fields such as cryptocurrency, data privacy, and biotechnology.

The article offers information on the Don'ts of law firm public relations, focusing on how legal partnerships should handle crises. Topics include avoiding impetuous reactions during crises, seeking help from PR professionals, and knowing when to terminate the services of an underperforming PR agency.

An interview with Tyler Staggs is presented, covering his career journey from a childhood aspiration to become a lawyer influenced by admired figures, his background in various locations before settling in Oregon, his mentorship under Ralph Spooner leading to a focus on trial litigation as a defense attorney, and the recent transition to representing plaintiffs driven by a desire to utilize courtroom skills for justice.

The article offers public relations (PR) strategies for law firms, focusing on techniques such as "bridging" and "newsjacking" to manage media interactions effectively. It also discusses the importance of media training for attorneys, the benefits of thought leadership and proactive media relations, and the integration of PR with legal marketing.

The article focuses on the favorable conditions for midsize firms in 2024, highlighting opportunities for hiring skilled lawyers, expanding practices, and attracting new business. Topics covered include the influx of experienced attorneys from large firms, the positive impact of senior hires on productivity and business growth, and the growth trends seen in various sectors such as family wealth planning, construction litigation, and technology law.

An interview with David Steerman, a family law attorney, is presented. He discusses topics ranging from high-conflict custody cases to the evolving landscape of same-sex dissolutions. Steerman emphasizes the importance of understanding complex family dynamics, financial matters, and psychological nuances in effectively representing clients, while highlighting the need for increased resources and attention to the family court system in the U.S.

An interview with Marguerite Willis, a partner at law firm Maynard Nexsen, is presented. Willis talks about her practice of handling antitrust cases, as well as her advocacy for gender equality. She discusses the importance for female lawyers to speak up and to be active politically and her campaign for equal pay and equal access to social services for women, reproductive freedom and security and the education of children.

The article discusses findings from the "2024 Report on the State of the U.S. Legal Market." It presents thoughts from law firm consultants on billing rates among large and midsize law firms, hiring of associates and turnover at large, midsize and small law firms, productivity, and the application of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the legal profession and its impact on lawyer headcount, law firm service delivery, pricing and other aspects of their operations.

The article focuses on the recent turnaround in the real estate market after a downturn in deals. Topics include the impact of economic conditions and societal changes on practice areas, influenced by factors like interest rate increases. Lampert notes that media outreach efforts for real estate attorneys are expected to increase with relaxed interest rates.

An interview with Marguerite Willis, an accomplished antitrust lawyer, is presented in two parts in Of Counsel magazine. When asked about her journey into law, she refers to unexpected life events leading her to law school and recounts breaking gender barriers while specializing in antitrust law. Willis expresses her passion for handling challenging cases and her career evolution, offering insights into her unique path within the legal profession.

The article discusses New Year's resolutions for individuals in the legal industry, emphasizing goals such as adapting to market changes, enhancing client service, and updating online profiles. Topics include the importance of law firms embracing digital advancements like artificial intelligence, seeking firm-wide input for improvement, and developing comprehensive growth plans.

The article delves into law firm culture, emphasizing the significance of engagement, transparency, integration, and diversity. It highlights the varying work environments within law firms, emphasizing the positive impact of personal engagement by partners, and promoting mental health awareness. It also discusses the negative aspects of law firm culture, such as merely outlining values without active implementation, the rise of toxic environments due to greed and senior partner bullying.

An interview with Abiel Garcia, a tri-lingual legal professional, is presented. He discusses his career path from a Division 1 water polo athlete to his transition into law, highlighting his experiences from major law firms to public service and ultimately joining Kesselman Brantly Stockinger, his views on the billable hour, and what he appreciates and dislikes about the legal profession.

An interview with Pat Lundvall, a top-tier litigator, and chair of the commercial litigation group at McDonald Carano in Nevada, is presented. Topics include Lundvall's legal career journey, notable cases, her involvement with the National Military Support Alliance, and insights on the legal profession, including the challenges of discovery and the satisfaction of learning something new every day.

An introduction is presented in which the editor discusses various articles on topics including the efforts of law firms to enhance and humanize their cultures, evolution of law firms' commitment to cultivating collaborative cultures and insights on the art of litigation communications.

An interview with James Perkins, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Procopio Cory Hargreaves Savitch, is presented. He discusses his multifaceted career and the implementation of a culture program at the law firm. Topics discussed include his background, the development of the culture program, and the significance of daily huddle meetings in maintaining the firm's culture.

The article focuses on the current opportunities for small and midsize law firms in the legal industry, with an emphasis on their ability to cater to clients' needs and their advantages over larger law firms. Topics discussed include the growth and optimism seen in smaller firms in 2023, the challenges and benefits of recruitment, and the advantages of being a nimble and client-focused firm.

'Two Birds' is spreading its wings. The large London-based global law firm of Bird & Bird (which the partnership sometimes calls 'Two Birds') is about to land in San Francisco, [...]

It does not take long to figure out that Peter Wexler likes his job. While serving as the general counsel and senior vice president of Schneider Electric places rigorous demands [...]

Although labor and employment lawyers who counsel employers tend to stay relatively busy both through the economic good times and the bad, their workloads weigh especially heavy these days. Consequently, [...]

As the legal profession approaches both the halfway mark of 2018 and the 10-year anniversary of the fall of Lehman Brothers--which many say serves as a, if not the, defining [...]

Like other industries, the legal profession experiences cycles when the competition for talent is tight for a few years and then it loosens, with a glut of job-seeking young lawyers [...]

It seems every time you pick up the newspaper, watch TV news, or visit your favorite online news outlet, you see another headline-making class action lawsuit, often involving a well-known [...]

When it comes to personnel matters, few things are more frustrating for a hiring or mentoring partner, than this scenario: You visit a top-shelf law school on a recruiting trip, [...]

Despite a heightened awareness, the nation's ever-increasing, diversified general population, and significant amounts of time, money, and energy to effect change, attorneys at U.S. law firms are overwhelmingly white and [...]

Big banks. Big tech firms. Big Pharma. The big business that is the NCAA. Plaintiff's attorney Jay Edelson wages battle against many of the nation's most fortified institutions. Not only [...]

It's no secret that in so many ways Big Data--and the close analysis and application of that information--drives our world. And increasingly, law firms are embracing and employing analytics in [...]

Shortly before the close of 2017, Kansas City's Polsinelli hit recruitment gold. The national partnership, which has grown rapidly in the last few years to become one of the 100 [...]

It seems 2018 will be a good year for the vendors of midnight oil, as they pump gallons of their product into the offices of the nation's busy tax lawyers. [...]

When John Pierce launched his small, Los Angeles-based law firm in January 2017, he and his partners tossed aside traditional email. That's right--they became lawyers without email. In making their [...]

As law firms across the country bring in the new year, they're probably also embracing changes to their strategies and operations, whether they be minor tweaks or major overhauls. Such [...]

Travel around New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, or other cities with entertainment lawyer Andrew Bart and he'll likely mention in passing that he's seen a music concert in that jazz [...]

As recently as a few years ago, many people in the legal profession--from lawyers and nonlawyers in firms, to consultants and legal trade journalists--dismissed bitcoin and blockchain as some bizarre [...]

It's no secret that in many legal profession circles lawyers and booze go hand in hand. But for a small cadre of private-practice specialists, alcohol isn't simply something to celebrate [...]

Wherever you turn, it seems, you read and hear that people are dissatisfied with their jobs. In fact, in recent years a few surveys, including those by the US Chamber [...]

It's no secret, and to a large degree it's understandable, that most law firms work hard to avoid controversy--sometimes to the point where they fail to take a position on [...]

The article discusses the findings of the 2023 Business Thoguht leadership International (BTI) Client Service All-Stars survey, highlighting the qualities that clients value in attorneys and noting the surprise inclusion of many small and mid-size law firms in the rankings.

The article presents an interview with Jerry Singleton, an attorney who discusses his career influences, commitment to public interest cases, and the firm's focus on environmental issues, particularly clean water and air lawsuits. Topics include inspiration from his father's legal practice, the firm's pro bono work and civil rights cases, and their future emphasis on environmental litigation targeting manufacturers of pollutants.

The article focuses on how lawyers with real-world occupational experience beyond the legal field can offer additional value to clients. It highlights Philip Ruben, a Chicago-based solo practitioner with 40 years of legal experience and a background as a certified public accountant, as an example of how diverse expertise can benefit clients by providing business insights and expertise.

The article focuses on the disparity between the desire for innovation from law firms by their clients and the actual delivery of innovation. It discusses the challenges faced by law firms in delivering innovative services to clients, the impact of technology on legal operations and the generational divide in adopting new technology.

An interview with Dana Walsh Sivak, an elder law attorney, covers her passion for her practice and her work in handling guardianship cases and expanding access to medical cannabis for seniors. Topics include her motivation for pursuing a legal career, her path into elder law, and her advocacy for medical cannabis use among the elderly.

The article highlights the significance of labor and employment law in response to major societal changes, such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the #MeToo movement. Topics include the impact of these movements on workplace dynamics, the need for legal guidance in addressing harassment and discrimination claims, and the evolving landscape of labor and employment law in the future.

Collectively, the legal profession never fails to offer twists and turns and ups and downs. Those of us who follow the activity of the nation's wide variety of law firms [...]

In the spring of 2015, chief marketing officer Allen Fuqua of Texas-based Winstead and Deborah McMurray, the outside Web site and marketing expert he had hired to revamp the law [...]

One word seems to pop up often when environmental lawyers at law firms across the nation characterize the current and near-future atmosphere within their regulation-heavy practice area: uncertainty. And if [...]