Practice Management

9937 ABA Journal Practice Management articles.

Legal industry loses 1,700 jobs in March

The legal industry lost 1,700 jobs in March, before law firms began to announce layoffs and furloughs in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Apr 3, 2020 12:10 PM CDT

Some law firms delay start of summer associate programs because of novel coronavirus

Some law firms have announced that they are delaying the start date of their summer associate programs and shortening their length because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Apr 3, 2020 9:54 AM CDT

Afternoon Briefs: Seyfarth withdraws after controversial filing; law firm scammer seeks release

Seyfarth Shaw withdraws from suit after controversial argument

Seyfarth Shaw is seeking to withdraw from representing the U.S. Soccer Federation in an equal-pay case after a controversial court filing.…

Apr 2, 2020 5:01 PM CDT

We worked harder than today’s young lawyers, nearly half of surveyed partners say

Partners have a less-than-rosy view of associates’ work habits and dedication to work, according to a study of generational dynamics at law firms released on Thursday.

Apr 2, 2020 4:40 PM CDT

BigLaw pay cuts and layoffs are likely to multiply, experts say; which firms are doing it?

Large and midsize law firms responded to economic pressures caused by the COVID-19 pandemic this week with pay cuts, layoffs and lower partner payouts. And it’s not over yet, observers say.

Apr 2, 2020 12:08 PM CDT

Coronavirus cancellations mean revenue loss, potential liability

The designation of COVID-19 as a pandemic has affected tens of thousands of business and consumer contracts. Lawyers were suddenly swamped with questions about contractual provisions for delays or cancellations, and they found themselves immersed in force majeure provisions, common law doctrine and specifics on business interruption tucked away in insurance agreements.

Apr 2, 2020 9:46 AM CDT

Afternoon Briefs: Athletes aim for law school; lawsuits target Zoom over Facebook sharing

Pro basketball players shoot for law school

Imani McGee-Stafford, a center with the Dallas Wings, is leaving the basketball court and headed to the Southwestern Law School in Los Angeles.…

Apr 1, 2020 4:55 PM CDT

Pryor Cashman furloughs some associates during coronavirus crisis

Pryor Cashman has furloughed some associates whose workflow was affected by the COVID-19 crisis.

Apr 1, 2020 12:49 PM CDT

Baker Donelson temporarily cuts pay, furloughs some employees because of COVID-19

Baker Donelson is imposing temporary pay cuts, reducing partner draws, and furloughing some employees because of the financial impact of the COVID-19 epidemic.

Apr 1, 2020 10:27 AM CDT

Corporate lawyers can help clients change the world—and bill for it—with this growing practice area

Apr 1, 2020 3:40 AM CDT

BigLaw partner says lawyers have an obligation to give back to their communities

Too many lawyers have forgotten their humanity. We have become so consumed with billing hours and rainmaking that we have forgotten the simple joy we felt when we used to shake cans on the quads of our universities for local charities.

Apr 1, 2020 2:40 AM CDT

Facebook’s woes may have driven big firms away, but small firms and solos still see it as a great way to advertise

Apr 1, 2020 1:40 AM CDT

50 ways to market your practice

For lawyers, marketing is a vital part of business, but it can be tricky, overwhelming and even intimidating. So we asked lawyers, legal professionals, marketers, consultants and other experts for 50 ways lawyers can stand out.

Apr 1, 2020 12:00 AM CDT

Afternoon Briefs: Ex-BigLaw partner gets home jailing for COVID-19 risk; lawsuit sees immigration-court safety risk

Ex-BigLaw partner released from prison for COVID-19 risk

A Manhattan federal judge has ordered former Locke Lord partner Mark Scott to be released to home confinement because he has a…

Mar 31, 2020 4:58 PM CDT

Cadwalader cuts pay, pauses partner distributions because of coronavirus financial impact

The law firm Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft is imposing temporary pay cuts and pausing partner distributions because of the financial effects of the novel coronavirus crisis.

Mar 31, 2020 4:06 PM CDT

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