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The Recorder | Expert Opinion

Pawternity Leave: Are Employers Barking Up the Wrong Tree With Pet-Based Leave?

Danielle Krauthamer | October 15, 2018

While pawternity leave might have some wondering if employee benefits have gone too far, many employers are embracing the newest trend in employee leave. And this trend may have more legs than initially thought: four to be exact.

Law.com | Expert Opinion

An Inside Job: Business Development for Associates

Jay Harrington | October 10, 2018

Instead of focusing on solving the problems of someone outside of the firm, find opportunities to serve someone within the firm and impress an influential partner.

Law.com | Expert Opinion

Want to Banish the Blubber, Counselor? Five Best Ways to Lose Body Fat

Jonathan Jordan | October 03, 2018

While fat loss is generally a function of "calories in, calories out," here are some helpful cardio and nutritional methods for stimulating fat loss.

Law.com | Expert Opinion

Beware the ‘Vanity Metric’ When Building Your Professional Network

Jay Harrington | September 05, 2018

In a world in which we’re told to chase more Facebook friends, Instagram and Twitter followers, and LinkedIn connections, it’s easy to lose sight of your network's purpose.

Law.com | Expert Opinion

Get Your Cardio On, Counselor

Jonathan Jordan | August 29, 2018

Tired of the treadmill? Sick of the elliptical? Try rowing.

Law.com | Expert Opinion

Get Out of Your Own Way When Investing, Counselor

Justin Peacock | August 22, 2018

How understanding your humanness can make you a better investor.

Law.com | Expert Opinion

Disgrace Insurance for Those Embarrassing and Costly Moments

Mikaela Whitman | August 09, 2018

In the age of social media, word of bad behavior spreads instantaneously, often causing immediate damage to brands.

Law.com | Expert Opinion

It’s Never Too Early for Associates to Build a Personal Brand

Jay Harrington | August 08, 2018

Before a lawyer ever has a chance to meet prospective clients face-to-face, those potential clients will have vetted their options based upon what they learn online.

The Recorder | Expert Opinion

Imposter Syndrome in Big Law Millennials: A Survival Guide

Diana Hughes Leiden and Shilpa Coorg | August 02, 2018

Although imposter syndrome can and does affect attorneys at any career stage, millennials working in Big Law may be particularly susceptible by virtue of their generation’s shared values and the realities of large-firm practice.

Law.com | Expert Opinion

Busy Schedule, Counselor? Just Add Water (and Veggies and Protein)

Jonathan Jordan | August 01, 2018

Most of us don’t realize how poor our diets really are. And the hard truth is that even if you are finding time to exercise, you can’t exercise away a poor diet.

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Law.com | Expert Opinion

Co-Investing With Your Clients? Consider These Tips First

Justin Peacock | July 26, 2018

Without a process for evaluating these opportunities, you can easily end up with a hodgepodge, disparate collection of private investments.

The Recorder | Expert Opinion

How to De-Escalate an Email War

Julie Q. Brush | July 19, 2018

Email is a wondrous thing. But sometimes it’s the least effective way to communicate. So with each encounter, use your judgment to determine whether it’s best to type or talk.

The Recorder | Expert Opinion

What Does the Calif. Consumer Privacy Act Mean for Lawyers?

Dan Goldstein | July 17, 2018

The CCPA is a consumer privacy law, modeled to a certain extent on the European Union’s recently passed General Data Protection Regulation.

Law.com | Expert Opinion

Once the Addicted Lawyer Becomes Impaired, It May Be Too Late

Patrick Krill | July 16, 2018

We have implicitly taught attorneys that everything up to that line is OK.

The Recorder | Expert Opinion

In a Job Interview, How Do You Explain Being Fired?

Julie Q. Brush | July 06, 2018

When asked about the reasons or nature of your departure, be honest. But choose your words and messaging carefully.

Law.com | Expert Opinion

Associates, Don’t Let Salary Hikes Become Your Faustian Bargain

Jay Harrington | July 05, 2018

Make no mistake, young lawyers. These raises are very much part of a calculated plan.

Law.com | Expert Opinion

Want a Stronger Core, Counselor? Do These 3 Exercises.

Jonathan Jordan | June 27, 2018

Take a break from crunches and situps and “resist” your way to a fit middle.

Law.com | Expert Opinion | Q&A

Top Experts Explore Visa Options for Foreign Entrepreneurs

Nick Gaffney | June 26, 2018

In this roundtable, our panel of experts (Susan J. Cohen, Niko Bonatsos, Jeff Clavier, Sascha Eder and Jeff Farrah) share their insight about the limitations of common work visa options foreign entrepreneurs are forced to consider (H-1B, E-2, and F-1 visas) and the merits of the International Entrepreneur Parole Program — a program that the Trump Administration has proposed to remove.

The American Lawyer | Expert Opinion

When Should a Firm Leader Leave? Tips on Timing and Planning the Exit

Brad Hildebrandt and Tony Williams | June 22, 2018

Ask yourself am I really hungry to do another term? Can I really take this firm to the next level? Do I have the energy, drive and fresh thinking to successfully lead for another term?

Law.com | Expert Opinion

Yes, Counselor, You’ll Retire Someday. Avoid These Financial Pitfalls Now.

Justin Peacock | June 20, 2018

As a lawyer, you like to think about what’s next. You spend your career climbing the ladder from first-year associate to income partner to equity partner. But have you spent enough time thinking about life after the law?

The Recorder | Expert Opinion

What's Market-Rate Compensation for a Midlevel Associate Heading In-House?

Julie Q. Brush | June 15, 2018

Moving in-house is an alluring proposition that has been a major driver for the exodus of today’s young law firm associates.

The Recorder | | Expert Opinion

What Can I Do to Be Happier in My First Year as a Law Firm Associate?

Julie Brush | May 09, 2018

The topic of unhappy law firm associates seems to be popular these days. The discussion often involves the values of the Millennial generation and how these values clash with the fundamental nature of how law firms operate—and the people who run them.

The Recorder | Expert Opinion

How to Score an In-House Job Without In-House Experience

Julie Brush | April 27, 2018

Whether you’re a litigator or a transaction lawyer, the lack of in-house experience can put you at a competitive disadvantage when applying for an in-house position.

The Recorder | Expert Opinion

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.

The Recorder | Expert Opinion

I Just Got Fired. How Bad Is This for My Career?

Julie Brush | April 10, 2018

Getting fired is not the end of the world … or your career. Far from it. Professionals are fired every day, in every way, at every level. And for various reasons too—from illegal behavior to politics to just a plain ol’ bad fit.

The American Lawyer | Expert Opinion

The Four Types of Firms Vying For the Top Work and Who Will Win Out

Brad Hildebrandt and Tony Williams | March 09, 2018

Law firm consultants Brad Hildebrandt and Tony Williams have identified four types of firms competing for the global work that keeps firms the busiest, and they identify which models are working and which have staying power.

The Recorder | Expert Opinion

Social Media Divorces—5 Things to Avoid Posting During a Divorce

Marina Manoukian | March 06, 2018

In recent years, with the surge in the use of social media platforms such as Facebook, Snapchat and Instagram, married people’s activities on these sites have either become the cause of divorce or been used as evidence in divorce cases.

The American Lawyer | Expert Opinion

Why Elite Law Should Raise Rates

Hugh A. Simons | February 26, 2018

If law firms have the bargaining power to raise standard rates an average of 3 percent, and realize a rate increase of 2.5 percent, then do they have the power to raise rates at, say, 7 percent and realize a 5 percent increase?

Corporate Counsel | Expert Opinion

From Compliance to Commitment: The Way We Work at Walmart

Daniel Trujillo | February 09, 2018

I go to work every day thinking about not just how to make the program better—I challenge myself with how to make the company better. I have found that if you start with that question, the program works better and is effective, efficient, and sustainable.

The American Lawyer | Expert Opinion

Citi Report: Strong Fourth Quarter Pushes 2017 Financials Past 2016 Results

John Wilmouth and Gretta Rusanow | February 07, 2018

Increased demand led to a strong 2017, but expense growth and a lengthened collection cycle tempered profit growth. Strong inventory at year's end bodes well for the start of 2018, Citi Private Bank Law Firm Group's FY 2017 survey of law firms found.

The American Lawyer | Expert Opinion

How a Boies Schiller Lawyer Found Time to Double as a Best-Selling Author

James Grippando | January 16, 2018

Do you want to try your hand as an author on the side? Award-winning writer and litigator James Grippando offers some advice.

Law.com | Expert Opinion

Want to Reduce Your Drinking and Get Healthier? Slow and Steady Does It

Patrick Krill | January 03, 2018

In his latest Well Counseled column, Patrick Krill provides tips on how lawyers can cut back on alcohol consumption and improve their well-being.

Law.com | Expert Opinion

Not a Bunch of Hooey: Stress-Management Techniques for Lawyers

Jonathan Jordan | January 02, 2018

If you're too busy to follow this advice, you should follow this advice.

The American Lawyer | Expert Opinion

In Age of Differentiation, How Marketing Teams Can Increase Market Share

Jennifer Scalzi | January 02, 2018

Law firm marketing departments can help drive a firm's vision in an era where distinction is key, but partners have to be willing to hear their honest assessments. Here are three key tips for leveraging your marketing teams in 2018.

The Recorder | Expert Opinion

Cross-Border Data Transfers: CSL vs. GDPR

Xiaoyan Zhang | December 28, 2017

Helping in-house counsel with GDPR exposure to prepare for the data-transfer requirements of China’s Cybersecurity Law (CSL).

The Recorder | Expert Opinion

How Marketable Is a Junior Law Firm Partner With No Book of Business?

Julie Brush | November 20, 2017

I’m a junior litigation partner at a mid-sized law firm. I have great credentials and trial experience, but no portable book of business. Will I be able to “upgrade” to a big firm as a partner?

The Recorder | Expert Opinion

How a Story of Vengeance and Love in California’s Old West Helped Create Today’s Imperial Presidency

Ben Feuer | November 17, 2017

The so-called "Imperial Presidency" has its roots in a tale about a phony wedding contract, a femme fatale with a sharpshooter’s eye, the notoriously hot-tempered former California Supreme Court Justice who fell in love with her, and a U.S. Marshal who killed him on a train while defending a sitting U.S. Supreme Court Justice.

The American Lawyer | Expert Opinion

Showing Better 2017 Financial Results Just Got a Little Tougher

John Wilmouth and Gretta Rusanow | November 13, 2017

Legal industry results through the first nine months of 2017 suggest this year will fall short of 2016's financial performance.

The Recorder | Expert Opinion

Commemorating the 20th Anniversary of Internet Law’s Most Important Judicial Decision

Eric Goldman and Jeff Kosseff | November 10, 2017

Introducing a series of essays curated by Eric Goldman and Jeff Kosseff about the seminal internet law case Zeran v. AOL.

The American Lawyer | Expert Opinion

What To Do When the Fighting Over Comp Starts

Hugh A. Simons and Heidi K. Gardner | November 01, 2017

When financial pressures build, firm management should give care to values and partner emotions.

The American Lawyer | Expert Opinion

Aligning Partner Compensation to Actual Contribution

Hugh A. Simons | October 30, 2017

As new compensation allocations take effect in the new year, firms should ensure they are paying partners in accordance with their true economic contributions.

Corporate Counsel | | Expert Opinion | News | Webcast

Advice for GCs: Speak Up and Use Your Elbows

Sue Reisinger | October 26, 2017

GCs need to think strategically and become familiar with the business, according a recent webinar.

The American Lawyer | Expert Opinion

Taking on the World: The Big Four in the Global Legal Market

Nicholas Bruch, David B. Wilkins and Maria J. Esteban Ferrer | October 18, 2017

To see the threat posed by accounting firms, just look at the number of countries where these newly re-energized players are offering legal services.

The American Lawyer | Expert Opinion

Big Law's Misguided Fascination With Growth

Hugh A. Simons | October 18, 2017

Law firm expansion remains en vogue, but few firms do it for the right reasons.

Law.com | Expert Opinion

Should I Disclose a Past Drinking Problem to My New Law Firm?

Patrick R. Krill | May 17, 2017

There is something to be said for being a straight shooter.

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