As some law firms respond to the nation’s economic meltdown by downsizing and/or publicly laying off excess attorneys, other do so quietly, with a gentle nudge to the door, as…
Applying for work as a law firm summer associate is a faster-paced musical chairs game than ever before this year, as the list of law firms making layoffs seemingly increases…
A legal futurist predicts that lawyers advising corporations will change their practice models to offer a wide range of advice on how to avoid legal problems.
Women lawyers at Holland & Knight bought bundt pans and mixing bowls while mingling with clients last night at their annual women’s initiative outing in Manhattan.
The chairman of Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe says you really can’t compare the firm’s decision to fire 40 associates yesterday with its decision just…
Ronald Klain, a former partner of O’Melveny & Myers who served as chief of staff to vice president Al Gore, will now reportedly reprise that role as chief of staff…
Loving your job, taking pride in your work and having the right mentors are what it takes to make partner, says one new member of Skadden Arps Slate Meagher &…
Once upon a time, young associates were hired by law firms, worked hard and were rewarded by making partner. Rarely, if ever, did they stray to greener pastures at competing…
In more BigLaw bad news before the holidays, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe just announced it is laying off about 40 associates and counsel in the firm’s real estate, structured finance,…
A partner at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom has published a gay romance novel under a pen name, but he’s not shy about how Proposition 8 has affected him.
Being well-dressed costs money. But for a lawyer, looking tailored and professional in an attractive, well-fitting suit is a worthwhile investment, Tony and Tara Costanzo say.
Answering the question ‘What are you doing?’ (in 140 words or less) on a regular basis throughout the day obviously can blur the line between personal and professional life.
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