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Looking at the Future of Cybersecurity
The attention being paid to cybersecurity by both government and businesses in the U.S. has reached unprecedented heights, according to a new outlook report from Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher.
Strategies for Avoiding the Headache of Preference Liability
Although business bankruptcy filings have trended down in recent months, the lingering legacy of litigation prompted by the surge in filings at the outset of the U.S. financial crisis remains with us and continues to strike many general counsel with unexpected actions for recovery of payments made by the debtor in the run-up to a Chapter 11 case.
Top 10 Annoying Clichés Lawyers Love
A handy list of business phrases that lawyers, consultants, and marketing folks love to throw around, but that few people actually understand.
New Group Brings Together Legal Dept. Managing Attorneys
You don't see them in court or their names in pleadings, but many legal departments and large firms have managing attorneys and clerks who work behind the scenes to meet court deadlines, keep records of litigation, and advise attorneys. They are the "lawyers to the lawyers," notes Henry Kennedy, president of Managing Attorneys and Clerks Association Inc.
Ready for the $1,000+ an Hour Partner?
Hourly rates are alive and well. In fact, they are skyrocketing. But despite rising hourly rates, clients are aggressively bargaining for price cuts—and firms are caving.
The Essential Role of Workplace Culture in the New Whistleblower Era
With corporate whistleblowers enjoying greater rewards and protections than ever, a company's best defense includes not only compliance with the law, but a workplace culture in which employees consider themselves to be allies of the company in achieving that compliance.
The Corporate Governance Lessons of Rutgers Basketball
The controversy surrounding Rutgers University's basketball program has an important relevance to corporate governance—one that arises from the trend towards a more active and engaged board.
An Independent CCO is a Compliance Program Requirement
As prosecution risks have increased, so has the role of the chief compliance officer. Companies are fast recognizing the importance of elevating a CCO and protecting their independence.
Sustainability as a Strategic Concern for Boards and C-suites
The corporate conversation about sustainability issues isn't new, but senior leadership is thinking more strategically about sustainability and ears in the C-suite are starting to perk up, according to a new report from The Conference Board.
Can Outside Firms Get Over the Discount Mentality?
The real trick for a firm isn't offering discounts on rates, but instead figuring out what its distinguishing values are, what it does best, and what it can do profitably.
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