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Insider Trading, or Trading by an Insider?

Elkan Abramowitz and Jonathan S. Sack | May 11, 2018

White-Collar Crime columnists Elkan Abramowitz and Jonathan S. Sack discuss recent charges brought against an Equifax employee, which raise interesting questions as to when nonpublic information within a public company should be deemed material for purposes of insider trading enforcement.

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How to Ask About Compensation in a Job Interview Without Sounding Greedy

Julie Brush | April 13, 2018

For some, “comp” is deliberately discussed at the very beginning to qualify a candidate’s viability upfront. For others, it’s a topic that remains unaddressed until it’s time to talk turkey. But waiting to discuss money until the interview process is at completion is not a wise move.

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

Eduardo “Eddy” Arriola | April 05, 2018

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.

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Plan for 2018 Like a Rainmaker

Robin Hensley | January 05, 2018

Law Inc. columnist Robin Hensley says there are five secrets of success at the top of her New Year's Jump Start Planner for 2018.

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The Rise of Third-Party Funding in International Arbitration

Don Hayden | December 28, 2017

It is no longer a question of whether third-party funding will be used in international arbitration, but how we will tailor our processes to address the issues that come into play when third- party funders more frequently finance “bet the company” cross-border disputes and major investor-state claims.

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Representing Celebrities or Not, Lawyers Should Consider These Issues of Confidential Settlements

Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair | December 04, 2017

The recent celebrity scandals involving confidential settlements that purportedly concealed wrongdoing for many years have caused some to question whether confidential settlements strike the appropriate balance between the interests of the settling parties and the public’s right to information identifying potential wrongful actors.

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Blogging Helps a Lawyer Think Through Issues—and Share the Answers

Robin Hensley, Raising the Bar | November 10, 2017

The lawyer's blog gives him a way to work through issues he is researching. "If I am going to research it and figure out the answer, I might as well share it with others,” he said.

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Three Tips for Addressing Harassment and Discrimination in Law Firms

Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair | November 06, 2017

When it comes to the work environment, law firms cannot afford to live in the past by maintaining unwritten rules that deprive attorneys of equal opportunities within the firm.

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Textualism in Georgia: The Truth Lies in Judge McFadden's Dissent

John Amabile, Todd Sprinkle and Micheal Binns | October 27, 2017

In a remarkable dissent, Court of Appeals Presiding Judge Christopher McFadden, sitting by designation, took head-on the concept of textualism as a legal doctrine.

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The Art of Managing a Practice Group

Robin Hensley | October 27, 2017

The formula comes to this: Know what's expected of you, rely on a stellar staff and be off-the-charts organized.

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Three Key Things to Consider on Motions to Disqualify

Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair | October 23, 2017

While some motions to disqualify are nothing more than a litigation tactic, others raise legitimate questions regarding the ethical obligations owed by the attorney and her or his law firm to former clients.

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Evans Bids Adieu To 'In Practice'

Eden Landow | October 16, 2017

If the U.S. Senate approves Randy Evans, he will become U.S. ambassador to Luxembourg,

Hunt, Don't Fish, for Networking Outcomes

Robin Hensley, Raising the Bar | September 15, 2017

Too often, lawyers think that networking is the end result of networking. It's not—the ultimate goal is revenue.

Tips For Maintaining Client Confidences at the Border

J. Randolph Evans and Shari L. Klevens, Dentons US | September 11, 2017

For many attorneys, international travel is a function of a modern and increasingly global law practice. With this rise in travel, however, comes an increased risk of violating the rules of professional conduct and potentially facing a malpractice claim as a result.

Name Recognition Doesn't Make the Phone Ring

Robin Hensley, Raising the Bar | September 01, 2017

As far as building business when a government attorney comes on board, it's just a matter of leaning back and waiting for the phone to ring, right?

The Necessity of Professionalism

J. Randolph Evans and Shari L. Klevens, Dentons US | August 28, 2017

Although attorneys are called to act civilly and professionally, attorneys are also tasked with zealously representing clients and fighting on their behalf. When does behavior cross the line? Here are some tips for staying on the right side of professional.

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