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Lake Avenue, Suite 200, Pasadena, CA 91101 admin@lawcrossing.com(LawCrossing) admin@lawcrossing.com Sat, 13 Mar 2010 00:15:01 CST ARTICLES http://www.lawcrossing.com/rssfeed/xml/lcrssfeedarticle.xml 60 http://www.lawcrossing.com/images/logo.gif http://www.lawcrossing.com/lcarticlearchive.php http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5537/Applying-Citizens-United-to-the-States/ In the wake of the Supreme Court's decision in the Citizens United case, overturning federal campaign finance laws that prohibited corporations from running political advertisements, a group in Montana is challenging that state's ban on corporate political advocacy.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5537/Applying-Citizens-United-to-the-States/ Joshua Nave 2010-03-10 22:49:01 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5536/Rapper-Faces-Music-Over-Weapons-Charges/ Rapper, Lil' Wayne has been sentenced to one year in prison for charges that arose from an incident in 2007 outside of the Beacon Theater in New York City. According to police, Dwayne Carter, aka Lil Wayne, was arrested after a .40 caliber pistol was discovered on his tour bus.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5536/Rapper-Faces-Music-Over-Weapons-Charges/ Christine Cristiano 2010-03-09 21:18:53 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5531/New-Bankruptcy-Judge-Appointment-in-New-York-s-Southern-District/ New Bankruptcy Judge Appointment in New York's Southern DistrictDavenport Lyons Facing Claims of Harassment and BullyingJob Loss In Legal Sector Keep Declining http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5531/New-Bankruptcy-Judge-Appointment-in-New-York-s-Southern-District/ 2010-03-08 22:27:19 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5532/Supreme-Court-Ruling-Could-Affect-Bankruptcy-Practices/ The Supreme Court today released its decision in MILAVETZ, GALLOP & MILAVETZ, P. A. v. UNITED STATES, viewable at http://www.supremecourtus.gov/opinions/09pdf/08-1119.pdf.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5532/Supreme-Court-Ruling-Could-Affect-Bankruptcy-Practices/ Joshua Nave 2010-03-08 22:33:03 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5533/Want-to-be-a-Top-Lawyer-Practice-Your-Vocals-/ Every good lawyer is an extremely persuasive personality. At the end of the day, either to win your case, or a new client, you need to be convincing, or that means you need to sound and act convincing. The lawyers who gain most clients for their firms possess extremely sophisticated interpersonal skills.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5533/Want-to-be-a-Top-Lawyer-Practice-Your-Vocals-/ Surajit Sen Sharma 2010-03-09 04:56:43 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5534/Putting-the-Gears-Back-In-Your-Career/ Legal staff working long and loyally at the core of their firms is regularly affected by career stagnation. Some seem to be aware of it, some unaware, but mostly the situation is created on part by employers who might be taking you for granted, and on part by yourself in resisting the prospect of change, or fearing to open a dialogue on your own career.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5534/Putting-the-Gears-Back-In-Your-Career/ Surajit Sen Sharma 2010-03-09 05:04:01 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5535/On-A-Job-Hunt-Haste-Truly-Can-Mean-Waste-With-Your-Career-on-the-Block/ The first job in your life can mean a great lot and has the potential to either make or break your career. In legal jobs, this is truer than in other work arenas because lawyers are a closely-nit community characterized by intense social networking.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5535/On-A-Job-Hunt-Haste-Truly-Can-Mean-Waste-With-Your-Career-on-the-Block/ Surajit Sen Sharma 2010-03-09 05:12:59 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5529/Charting-Your-Career-Track-Tweak-Your-Scientific-Attitude-to-Get-Results/ It's a basic flaw in our education that while we are taught the great importance of culturing a scientific attitude from early on, we are rarely taught where to pull a rein and accept things on faith. The legal system too, at every turn, desires proof ''beyond reasonable doubt.''... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5529/Charting-Your-Career-Track-Tweak-Your-Scientific-Attitude-to-Get-Results/ Surajit Sen Sharma 2010-03-08 03:26:55 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5530/William-Moses-Kunstler-A-lawyer-who-put-the-trial-system-on-trial/ The late William Moses Kunstler is without doubt one of the most famous lawyers in current history of U.S. William Kunstler was a man with an uncanny sense for picking up the right cases and with the talent to win them.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5530/William-Moses-Kunstler-A-lawyer-who-put-the-trial-system-on-trial/ Surajit Sen Sharma 2010-03-08 03:52:57 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5527/The-Misinformation-Super-Highway/ There are three things I miss about the 80's. 1) The music 2) Judicial Nominees getting a floor vote and 3) News outlets that weren't so pressed to provide minute by minute updates and took the time to research and verify stories before going to press.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5527/The-Misinformation-Super-Highway/ Joshua Nave 2010-03-05 20:50:34 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5528/Over-100-000-Legal-Jobs-Consistently/ Over 100,000 Legal Jobs Consistently http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5528/Over-100-000-Legal-Jobs-Consistently/ 2010-03-06 00:04:21 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5526/Newly-Launched-Site-Ranks-Best-Law-Firms-and-Attorneys/ In an effort to let consumers make an informed choice, www.bestattorneysonline.com has launched a website that rates law firms across the United States. The site includes law practices that specialize in an array of legal areas including Family and Divorce, Accident and Injury, Corporate Law, Immigration Law, Criminal Law, Cyberspace Law, Trust and Estate Law, Civil Rights Law, Medical Law, Bankruptcy and Debt, Real Estate, Military Law, Tax Law and Intellectual Property Law.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5526/Newly-Launched-Site-Ranks-Best-Law-Firms-and-Attorneys/ Christine Cristiano 2010-03-03 23:38:55 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5524/Dustin-A-Johnson-Las-Vegas-Native-and-One-of-its-Brightest-Legal-Minds/ What can determination, focus and a sincere desire to make a difference in Nevada law get you? Well, if you're Dustin A. Johnson, it gets you a job offer in one of Nevada's most well known and respected law firms. This Las Vegas native graduated from University of Nevada in 2001 and then California Western School of Law in 2004. Multi-lingual and licensed to practice law in two states, there's no denying the passion Johnson has for the law. Keep reading for more of this week's Law Star induc... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5524/Dustin-A-Johnson-Las-Vegas-Native-and-One-of-its-Brightest-Legal-Minds/ 2010-03-03 00:05:54 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5525/Two-Major-Missouri-Firms-Become-One/ Two Major Missouri Firms Become OneCurtis, Mallet-Provost, Colt & Mosle LLP Move To Larger Office in D.C. http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5525/Two-Major-Missouri-Firms-Become-One/ 2010-03-03 00:19:11 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5523/LawCrossing-New-Benefits-and-Free-Advice-Now-Given-Away-with-Each-Membership/ LawCrossing: New Benefits and Free Advice Now Given Away with Each Membership http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5523/LawCrossing-New-Benefits-and-Free-Advice-Now-Given-Away-with-Each-Membership/ 2010-03-02 05:12:49 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5522/Julie-A-Matonich-One-of-Minnesota-s-Shining-Stars/ Julie A. Matonich has a lot to celebrate these days. She recently won a landmark case in Minnesota that awarded over $23 million to parents of a child who suffered brain and neurological injuries at the time of her birth.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5522/Julie-A-Matonich-One-of-Minnesota-s-Shining-Stars/ 2010-02-23 23:20:14 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5520/Miller-Canfield-Paddock-and-Stone-Keep-Afloat-After-Chrysler-Bankruptcy/ Miller Canfield Paddock and Stone Keep Afloat After Chrysler BankruptcyThe Shuman Law Firm Investigates Shareholders Stakes In MergerMarrache & Co. Heads Arrested For Fraud http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5520/Miller-Canfield-Paddock-and-Stone-Keep-Afloat-After-Chrysler-Bankruptcy/ 2010-02-22 23:16:52 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5519/Muslim-Groups-Proclaim-Body-Scanners-Violate-Islamic-Law/ The Fiqh Council of North America, a Muslim group of Islamic scholars has proclaimed that airport body scanners are a violation of Islamic law and have issued a ''fatwa'', a religious ruling, to all Muslim travelers. The group claims that the airport body scanners would be in violation of the Islamic rules that dictate modesty.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5519/Muslim-Groups-Proclaim-Body-Scanners-Violate-Islamic-Law/ Christine Cristiano 2010-02-17 22:52:02 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5517/Bingham-McCutchen-Pays-Up-For-First-Years/ Bingham McCutchen Pays Up For First-YearsThe McDivitt Law Firm Betters CommunityThe Briscoe Law Firm Launches Investigation http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5517/Bingham-McCutchen-Pays-Up-For-First-Years/ 2010-02-16 23:07:58 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5518/Attorney-s-Practice-in-Jeopardy-After-Sister-Allegedly-Defrauds-Clients/ A solo attorney from Stamford, Connecticut, Daniel Barber, got more than he bargained for when he hired his sister, Stacey Williams in 2005 to help run his law office that specializes in criminal defence work and real estate. At the time of her hiring, residential real estate closings were numerous, and Barber needed someone to help with incoming files and to manage funds for various closings. Unfortunately, Barber's practice is now in jeopardy after he discovered that for the past three year... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5518/Attorney-s-Practice-in-Jeopardy-After-Sister-Allegedly-Defrauds-Clients/ Christine Cristiano 2010-02-16 23:13:12 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5516/Jeffrey-A-Rabin/ Jeffrey A. Rabin specializes in social security disability and SSI advocacy, and his firm, Jeffrey A. Rabin & Associates, Ltd., works tirelessly to ensure its clientele is aware of their rights and options as they begin the process for securing social security benefits. This Des Plaines, IL, attorney and patient advocate is our focus this week.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5516/Jeffrey-A-Rabin/ 2010-02-15 22:30:03 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5515/Michigan-Attorney-General-Seeks-Salary-Pay-Cuts/ In an effort to avert lay-offs in his office, Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox has asked permission to approve salary pay cuts from his attorneys and staff members. Cox, a Republican candidate for governor, is looking to cut 1% to 3.5% from 263 attorneys and 20 bureau chiefs. If approved, the cost cutting measures will save $393,000 in operating expenses.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5515/Michigan-Attorney-General-Seeks-Salary-Pay-Cuts/ Christine Cristiano 2010-02-14 20:50:33 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5514/LawCrossing/ LawCrossing http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5514/LawCrossing/ 2010-02-12 03:23:54 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5512/Perkins-Coie-Employs-New-Technology-To-Stay-Connected/ Perkins Coie Employs New Technology To Stay ConnectedAllen & Overy Arrival In Australia Marks New Interest Down UnderJudge Rules In Favor Of ''Misled'' School Districts http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5512/Perkins-Coie-Employs-New-Technology-To-Stay-Connected/ 2010-02-09 22:54:17 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5513/Legal-Sector-Lay-Offs-Decline-Slightly/ The lay-offs continue in the legal sector as the U.S. economy continues to struggle. In a report released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), another 1,100 jobs were lost in January in the legal sector, however, the figures are encouraging that a rebound may be on the horizon. In December, the seasonally adjusted BLS data reported the legal sector lost 2,100 jobs, in November 2,900 jobs were axed and 5,800 jobs were eliminated in October. In total, 44,700 workers in the legal sector have... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5513/Legal-Sector-Lay-Offs-Decline-Slightly/ Christine Cristiano 2010-02-09 23:17:22 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5511/Matthew-Gluck/ Matthew Gluck, a well known and respected attorney who most recently played a significant role in the massive Vivendi suit that's estimated to net up to $9 billion in damages, might be the legal profession's biggest risk taker.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5511/Matthew-Gluck/ 2010-02-08 21:42:44 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5510/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Question:I have heard that firms are now looking at how many employers I've had since law school. I've practiced for 4 years and moved twice. That's not a lot! Why would a firm refuse to consider me for their associate position?... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5510/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Carey Bertolet, Founding Managing Director, BCG Attorney Search, New York 2010-02-04 23:29:56 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5508/Hildebrandt-Law-Department-Survey-Results-Revealed/ According to the 2009 Hildebrandt Law Department Survey, some of the largest companies in the United States are looking to reduce operating expenditures in response to the recession and some legal staff will experience significantly reduced salary increases or freezes. The 231 corporate respondents of the survey represented 22 percent of the companies in the Fortune 500 and ''the 2009 survey reports 2007 and 2008 data and is most reflective of the period leading into the economic downturn whi... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5508/Hildebrandt-Law-Department-Survey-Results-Revealed/ Christine Cristiano 2010-02-01 22:41:53 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5509/Major-Beverly-Hills-Law-Firm-Wins-16-5-million-Verdict/ Major Beverly Hills Law Firm Wins $16.5 million VerdictFish & Richardson Ranks Among Top IP Firms For Fortune 100 CompaniesTwo Firms File Class Action Lawsuits Against Toyota http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5509/Major-Beverly-Hills-Law-Firm-Wins-16-5-million-Verdict/ 2010-02-01 22:48:14 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5507/Two-Legal-Firms-Receive-Law-Commendation-for-Pro-Bono-Work/ Two Florida law firms will receive the 2010 Law Firm Commendation for their pro bono service. The Miami law firm of Hunton & Williams LLP and the Sarasota law firm of Icard, Merrill, Cullis, Timm, Furen & Ginsburg, P.A., will receive their awards on January 28th at the Florida Supreme Court.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5507/Two-Legal-Firms-Receive-Law-Commendation-for-Pro-Bono-Work/ Christine Cristiano 2010-01-27 23:57:47 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5505/Bernard-Wolfsdorf/ Bernard Wolfsdorf, National President of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, is working tirelessly as he and his group of talented attorneys works to become the voice of thousands of Haitian residents who must find new land to call ''home''. He is this week's Law Job Star Person of Excellence.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5505/Bernard-Wolfsdorf/ 2010-01-26 21:50:55 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5506/Massachusetts-Law-Firms-Dealt-Heavy-Hand-In-Layoffs-For-09/ Massachusetts Law Firms Dealt Heavy Hand In Layoffs For '09Six Law Firms Make Fortune's Top 100 Places To Work ListCharfoos Files Suit Hoping To Remove His Name From Firm He Founded http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5506/Massachusetts-Law-Firms-Dealt-Heavy-Hand-In-Layoffs-For-09/ 2010-01-26 21:56:22 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5503/Eckert-Hires-3-60-Over-Past-12-Months/ Eckert Hires 3; 60 Over Past 12 MonthsThorp Reed Names New Managing Partner At Philadelphia OfficeLaw Firms in Nation's Capitol Step-Up Aid for Haiti http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5503/Eckert-Hires-3-60-Over-Past-12-Months/ 2010-01-19 20:52:03 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5504/Homeland-Security-Announces-Temporary-Protected-Status-to-Haitians/ In the aftermath of the earthquake on January 12th that killed thousands of Haitians and left millions homeless, Janet Napolitano, Homeland Security Secretary, announced that Haitians who were in residing in the U.S at the time of the earthquake in Haiti will be granted an 18-month amnesty.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5504/Homeland-Security-Announces-Temporary-Protected-Status-to-Haitians/ Christine Cristiano 2010-01-19 21:00:01 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5502/The-Many-Accomplishments-of-Texas-Lawyer-Fran-Brochstein/ Lawyers who specialize in divorce and other legal family matters know all too well the sensitive nature of the cases they represent. In a world of high stress and at times, heartbreak, Fran Brochstein serves as an oasis. This inspirational attorney is the focus of our most recent Law Job Star Hall of Fame inductee.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5502/The-Many-Accomplishments-of-Texas-Lawyer-Fran-Brochstein/ 2010-01-19 01:06:26 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5501/Botched-Ohio-Execution-Spurs-Actions-for-Mandatory-Training-of-Prison-Officials/ In court filings, attorneys for several inmates on death row argued that if prison officials were properly trained, the botched execution of Romell Broom in Ohio on September 15, 2009 could have been prevented.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5501/Botched-Ohio-Execution-Spurs-Actions-for-Mandatory-Training-of-Prison-Officials/ Christine Cristiano 2010-01-15 02:24:38 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5500/Jackson-s-Former-Physician-Conrad-Murray-Hires-Criminal-Defense-Lawyer/ Michael Jackson's former physician and cardiologist, Dr. Conrad Murray has hired Glendale attorney, J. Michael Flanagan, to represent him in criminal legal proceedings regarding the death of pop star, Michael Jackson.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5500/Jackson-s-Former-Physician-Conrad-Murray-Hires-Criminal-Defense-Lawyer/ Christine Cristiano 2010-01-11 22:12:15 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5499/Mergers-Are-Down-In-2009/ Mergers Are Down In 2009Recession Creates New Priorities For Firms Leasing Office SpaceIP Firm Marks 2009 Their Best Year Ever http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5499/Mergers-Are-Down-In-2009/ 2010-01-11 22:01:29 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5498/The-Name-Change-Game-New-Appointments/ Many changes have taken place in the legal industry in the past few weeks; the Jackson, Mississippi law firm of Wilkins, Stephens & Tipton has announced that the firm has changed its name to Wilkins Tipton.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5498/The-Name-Change-Game-New-Appointments/ Christine Cristiano 2010-01-09 01:25:35 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5496/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Question:I am a sixth year litigation associate with a large firm in Los Angeles. This year the firm promoted only two associates to partner and neither one works in the Los Angeles office. I have consistently had very good reviews, and the Los Angeles partners have told me they will go to bat for me when I am up for partner. However, the Los Angeles office of my firm does not have the pull and power it used to - which, I believe, is partly why the firm did not promote... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5496/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Claudia Barnes, Managing Director 2010-01-06 01:42:06 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5497/How-to-Move-from-Public-Interest-into-Private-Law-Practice/ Many of the professionals involved in law jobs desire to move from public service into private law practice. It may either be to look for law firm jobs or to become an independent law practitioner.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5497/How-to-Move-from-Public-Interest-into-Private-Law-Practice/ Silas Reed 2010-01-07 10:25:24 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5495/University-Launches-Consumer-Defense-Clinic/ To meet the legal needs of a growing segment of the population who are faced with debt collection troubles, The University of Detroit Mercy Law School has launched a program in the 29th District Court in Wayne, Michigan, that will help defendants who are facing debt collection proceedings.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5495/University-Launches-Consumer-Defense-Clinic/ Christine Cristiano 2010-01-05 22:14:42 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5494/WolfBlock-Closes-After-a-Century-in-Business/ WolfBlock Closes After a Century in BusinessSchwarzberg & Associates See Boom in Employment LawClass Action Suit Filed Against Arrow Trucking http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5494/WolfBlock-Closes-After-a-Century-in-Business/ 2010-01-05 01:07:45 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5493/Defunct-Rothstein-Rosenfeldt-Adler-Claims-1-4-billion-in-Liabilities/ Defunct Rothstein Rosenfeldt Adler Claims $1.4 billion in LiabilitiesThe Rosen Law Firm To Investigate Kohlberg Capital CorporationPasadena Based Firm Announces New Client Development Campaign http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5493/Defunct-Rothstein-Rosenfeldt-Adler-Claims-1-4-billion-in-Liabilities/ 2009-12-29 21:19:45 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5492/Year-End-Round-Up-Super-Lawyers-List-of-Top-Law-Schools/ In November, Super Lawyers revealed their list of the top law schools determined by the ''number of graduates selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers in 2009.'' In accordance with the selection process, ''only 5 percent of the lawyers in each state are selected to be included in the Super Lawyers List.''... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5492/Year-End-Round-Up-Super-Lawyers-List-of-Top-Law-Schools/ Christine Cristiano 2009-12-28 23:18:26 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5491/Fortress-Investment-Group-LLC-Fights-Back-Against-Dreier-Ponzi-Scheme-Sues-Dercht-LLP/ Fortress Investment Group LLC Fights Back Against Dreier Ponzi Scheme; Sues Dercht LLPSonnenschein Cuts Staff Just Before ChristmasMicrosoft to Pay Firm $5.6 Million In Antitrust case http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5491/Fortress-Investment-Group-LLC-Fights-Back-Against-Dreier-Ponzi-Scheme-Sues-Dercht-LLP/ 2009-12-22 21:40:58 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5490/Memphis-Attorney-Gets-Sued-Over-Bathroom-Brawl/ Memphis trial attorney Mark Lambert is in the market for legal representation after he bit the nose of another man. Lambert was involved in an altercation in a bathroom stall in a Memphis area entertainment spot and admitted he bit a portion of Greg Herbers' nose off.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5490/Memphis-Attorney-Gets-Sued-Over-Bathroom-Brawl/ Christine Cristiano 2009-12-21 22:18:00 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5489/Investigators-Suspect-Foul-Play-in-Disappearance-of-Utah-Mother/ Prominent Salt Lake City defense attorney, Scott C. Williams, has been retained by the husband of a 28 year old missing woman. Susan Powell has been missing since December 7, 2009 when she failed to drop off her children at daycare or show up for work. Upon visiting her home, investigators reported that they did not find any signs of forced entry, however, they did find her purse and car keys inside.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5489/Investigators-Suspect-Foul-Play-in-Disappearance-of-Utah-Mother/ Christine Cristiano 2009-12-17 23:32:20 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5487/Law-Crossing-Is-the-Hottest-Legal-Job-Searching-Tool/ Law Crossing Is the Hottest Legal Job-Searching Tool http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5487/Law-Crossing-Is-the-Hottest-Legal-Job-Searching-Tool/ 2009-12-16 22:16:55 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5488/Invest-in-your-Legal-Career-Lawcrossing-com/ Invest in your Legal Career @ Lawcrossing.com http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5488/Invest-in-your-Legal-Career-Lawcrossing-com/ 2009-12-16 22:19:12 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5486/Tiger-Hires-Lavely-Singer-Amidst-Media-Woes/ Tiger Hires Lavely & Singer Amidst Media WoesDubai Debt Crisis Hits DLA PiperU.S. Law Firm Revenue Sees Sharp Decline In 2009 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5486/Tiger-Hires-Lavely-Singer-Amidst-Media-Woes/ 2009-12-16 03:43:35 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5484/L-A-Investigators-Deem-Lawyer-s-Death-Homicide/ After days of speculation, investigations into the death of prominent LA lawyer, Jeffrey Tidus, have confirmed that his wounds were not self-inflicted when he was found shot in his driveway on Monday, December 7, 2009. Tidus had gone outside his Rolling Hills Estates home in California to retrieve his laptop from his car parked in his driveway when he was shot. He died from his injuries the following morning.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5484/L-A-Investigators-Deem-Lawyer-s-Death-Homicide/ Christine Cristiano 2009-12-14 23:53:49 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5485/Have-a-Successful-Career-as-a-Family-Lawyer/ The jobs of a Family Lawyer deal with issues with divorce relating to guardianship of children, and modifications in children's custody, etc. Family Law attorneys work with the clients in various issues including rights of fathers & mothers, child adoption procedures, parenthood and the methods of its determination, charges regarding child abuse, spousal abuse, sexual abuse, and terminati... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5485/Have-a-Successful-Career-as-a-Family-Lawyer/ Silas Reed 2009-12-15 16:22:46 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5482/High-Profile-L-A-Attorney-Fatally-Shot/ Prominent Los Angeles lawyer, Jeffrey Tidus, 53 was found alive with a gunshot wound on Monday night outside his Rolling Hills estate home in Palos Verdes. However, Tidus succumbed to his injuries the next morning. Detectives are trying to determine how Tidus was shot and have not ruled out suicide. Tidus was found fatally shot once in his driveway at 8:30 pm on Monday evening however no weapon has been recovered. Tidus was part of the legal team of Baute & Tidus which specializes in civil li... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5482/High-Profile-L-A-Attorney-Fatally-Shot/ Christine Cristiano 2009-12-11 00:35:34 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5483/Dubai-World-To-Restructure-Half-Of-60-billion-In-Outstanding-Debt/ Dubai World To Restructure Half Of $60 billion In Outstanding DebtStoel Rives Moves On Up In SacramentoHackers Target Legal And Public Relations Firm Databases http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5483/Dubai-World-To-Restructure-Half-Of-60-billion-In-Outstanding-Debt/ 2009-12-11 00:54:37 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5480/New-York-State-Removes-Sex-Offenders-from-Social-Networking-Sites/ In response in part to New York's Electronic Security and Targeting of Online Predators Act, aka e-STOP, social media networks, Facebook and MySpace have removed more than 3,500 accounts belonging to registered sex offenders. Attorney General Andrew Cuomo announced the news earlier this month from New York.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5480/New-York-State-Removes-Sex-Offenders-from-Social-Networking-Sites/ Christine Cristiano 2009-12-09 20:50:02 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5481/Personal-Injury-Attorney-Jobs/ A personal injury attorney is required when an accident or injury is caused by a third party. This type of attorney will help you claim funds for psychological and physical injuries or damages. A person can claim retribution or monetary compensation other form of compensation from the third parties such as organizations, municipal authorities or common people. Government agencies are not exempt from law suits of this na... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5481/Personal-Injury-Attorney-Jobs/ Silas Reed 2009-12-10 13:26:05 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5479/Technology-Meets-The-Legal-Profession/ With technology forever changing how society accesses information relevant to their immediate needs, the long established Utah law firm of Nielsen & Senior is going high tech with the introduction of their new user-centric website equipped with cutting edge technology. In an effort to meet the changing demands of a computer charged world, the firm's website was overhauled and redesigned to help clients and visitors to their site locate information more quickly amongst their extensive selectio... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5479/Technology-Meets-The-Legal-Profession/ Christine Cristiano 2009-12-02 23:48:11 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5470/Arizona-Family-Sues-Over-Funeral-Burial-Mishap/ In a bizarre twist of fate, grief stricken relatives of Robert Gowdy Sr. of Phoenix are suing the city of Mesa, the funeral home, cemetery workers and the casket company for a mishap that occurred during his funeral on May 10, 2008 at a city cemetery. According to the lawsuit initially filed on April 24th by Gowdy's wife, children and relatives, the casket lowering device snapped causing the casket to fall to the ground and break open when the casket was being lowered. The mortified family wa... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5470/Arizona-Family-Sues-Over-Funeral-Burial-Mishap/ Christine Cristiano 2009-11-30 20:27:06 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5471/Becoming-a-Lawyer-Things-to-Know/ This article discusses important aspects of legal profession, areas of specialization and several guidelines that a lawyer is expected to follow. Here you will also learn about law schools, law school admissions, legal job hunting, areas of specialization, work environment and more.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5471/Becoming-a-Lawyer-Things-to-Know/ 2009-11-30 20:36:31 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5472/Rusty-Hardin/ This article talks about the eminent lawyer, Rusty Hardin, who is also known as Russell Hardin Jr. He is the instrumental force behind America's famous law firm, Rusty Hardin & Associates PC that was established in the year 1996. Rusty Hardin is a famous figure in the US legal market owing to the exceptional services rendered by him and his firm.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5472/Rusty-Hardin/ 2009-11-30 20:40:15 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5473/Auto-Accident-Lawyers/ This article talks about auto accident lawyers who help victims of auto accident get suitable compensation and claim settlement. These lawyers are well-informed about various legalities involved in auto accident claims. Read the article to learn all about their qualifications, responsibilities and estimated growth rate.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5473/Auto-Accident-Lawyers/ 2009-11-30 20:44:01 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5474/Cal-Northern-School-of-Law/ This article informs you about the Cal Northern School of Law, a private law school that is based in Chico in California. It has got a comprehensive academic catalog to interest the prospective lawyers and law students and provides unique, one of a kind programs to ensure the overall growth and development of the students.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5474/Cal-Northern-School-of-Law/ 2009-11-30 20:47:15 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5475/Qualities-Legal-Firms-Look-for-in-Legal-Job-Candidates/ This article discusses the qualities legal firms and organizations look for in candidates who apply for legal jobs. A prospective legal employer needs to look for a well-qualified, dynamic personality with some of the best skills such as leadership abilities, individuality, clarity of thought and others.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5475/Qualities-Legal-Firms-Look-for-in-Legal-Job-Candidates/ 2009-11-30 20:49:21 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5476/Becoming-a-Legal-Nurse-Analyst/ This article talks about the requirements to become a legal nurse analyst who is also known as a legal nurse consultant. Telemetry, cardiology, and obstetrics are some areas of specialization areas in which legal nurse analysts specialize. Read about the skill sets, qualifications and prospects required for becoming a legal nurse analyst.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5476/Becoming-a-Legal-Nurse-Analyst/ 2009-11-30 20:51:26 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5477/Legal-Job-Recruitment-Things-to-Know/ This article is meant to help readers know about the tenets of the legal job recruitment process. Legal recruitment is a process that has a lot of ins and outs involved. For example, different aspects are involved while hiring legal candidates for a law firm. Make the most of your resources in the recession by knowing all about legal recruitment.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5477/Legal-Job-Recruitment-Things-to-Know/ 2009-11-30 20:53:43 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5478/Fewer-Associates-Made-Partner-In-2009/ Fewer Associates Made Partner In 2009Polten & Hodder Split After 'Scandalous' JudgmentTerrence M. Fay Joins Thompson Hine-Bolsters Firm's Environmental Practice http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5478/Fewer-Associates-Made-Partner-In-2009/ 2009-11-30 21:25:24 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5469/Cayman-Based-Walkers-Global-Announces-Redundancies/ Cayman Based Walkers Global Announces RedundanciesFormer Law Firm Head Paid Salaries Through Ponzi SchemeSullivan & Cromwell named Special Counsel In CIT Group's Bankruptcy Case http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5469/Cayman-Based-Walkers-Global-Announces-Redundancies/ 2009-11-25 00:03:40 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5462/Types-of-Legal-Practice/ Becoming a legal professional requires putting in a lot of hard work and the profession is very demanding. Once you are firm that you want to be in this profession, it is important for you to know the various types of legal practice: Public Interest lawyer, Private Practice, Government Counsel, and Corporate Counsel.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5462/Types-of-Legal-Practice/ 2009-11-23 21:20:01 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5463/William-Marler/ This article informs its readers that William Marler is one of the most renowned personal injury lawyers, who specialize in cases relating to food borne diseases. Marler has won various awards and has numerous publications to his name.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5463/William-Marler/ 2009-11-23 21:23:06 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5464/How-can-Pediatric-Attorneys-Help-/ The following article aims to inform its readers that in case their child has sustained irreparable injuries, or wrongful death, due to medical negligence, the family members can take help from pediatric attorneys, who will assist the family members in dealing with court proceedings and ask for compensations.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5464/How-can-Pediatric-Attorneys-Help-/ 2009-11-23 21:36:41 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5465/Seattle-University-School-of-Law/ It is very important for law students to take admission in a reputable law school to get best education and for career advancement Seattle University School of law is one of the largest universities in northwest. The school has been certified by the ABA or American Bar Association.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5465/Seattle-University-School-of-Law/ 2009-11-23 21:38:45 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5466/What-is-the-Bar-Examination-/ This article inform its readers that those pursuing to enter into the legal profession are required to pass the bar examination sponsored by the state. In the US, different states have different requirements to appear for the bar examination.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5466/What-is-the-Bar-Examination-/ 2009-11-23 21:43:56 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5467/Become-a-Corporate-Paralegal/ A corporate paralegal works with a corporate attorney to prepare legal documents, researching, preparing for meetings, monitoring latest legal policies and more. There is no dearth of corporate paralegal job opportunities for the right candidate.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5467/Become-a-Corporate-Paralegal/ 2009-11-23 21:47:37 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5468/Various-Types-of-Paralegal-Jobs/ Paralegals are legal assistants who perform many important tasks like case research and preparation of legal documents. This article informs its readers that the job market currently is very conducive for the paralegals. There are various types of paralegal jobs available in the market today.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5468/Various-Types-of-Paralegal-Jobs/ 2009-11-23 21:53:04 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5460/Florida-Attorney-Requests-Disbarment/ In a bizarre twist, Florida attorney Scott Rothstein, who allegedly was the soul mastermind behind a $1 billion dollar Ponzi scheme, has requested to be disbarred. According to the FBI, Rothstein sold bogus investments, although no charges have been officially laid. Earlier this month, Rothstein was removed from a grievance committee by the Florida Bar and an investigation was launched.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5460/Florida-Attorney-Requests-Disbarment/ Christine Cristiano 2009-11-18 21:53:19 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5461/Becoming-a-Corporate-Attorney/ A corporate attorney plays a very important role in multinational corporations and businesses. Often companies depend upon the expert advice of the corporate attorneys before making any big deals in order to ensure that the laws are maintained. All the legal matters and important business transactions of the organization are reviewed by the corporate attorney and he sees to it that the firm he is working with attains... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5461/Becoming-a-Corporate-Attorney/ Silas Reed 2009-11-19 19:17:41 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5452/Reed-Smith-Requires-Nonquity-Partner-To-Become-Fixed-Share-Partners/ Reed Smith Requires Nonquity Partner To Become Fixed Share PartnersTop Law Firm Proskauer Rose Names Four New PartnersJackson Lewis Announces Office Opening In Cincinnati http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5452/Reed-Smith-Requires-Nonquity-Partner-To-Become-Fixed-Share-Partners/ 2009-11-16 21:25:13 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5453/Expert-Tips-for-Effective-Legal-Job-Hunting/ Legal job hunting is a complex process. This article aims to inform the job seekers that there are many important things that must be taken care of while searching for legal jobs. By following the expert legal job search tips you can make your job search more effective.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5453/Expert-Tips-for-Effective-Legal-Job-Hunting/ 2009-11-16 21:49:27 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5454/Mark-Lanier-Trial-Lawyer/ This article talks about Mark Lanier, a trial lawyer, who is proclaimed to be one of the best lawyers in the United States of America. He has contributed to the mass tort litigation significantly. His court trials became the subject matter of several articles and magazines and they emphasize on his legal accomplishment and communication techniques.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5454/Mark-Lanier-Trial-Lawyer/ 2009-11-16 21:55:29 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5455/Criminal-Lawyers/ This article discusses that criminal lawyers are responsible for dealing with offences related to drugs, robbery or sex, etc. Those aspiring to become a criminal lawyer must have the necessary qualification as well as their ability to deal with complicated matters.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5455/Criminal-Lawyers/ 2009-11-16 22:06:14 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5456/University-of-Kentucky-College-of-Law/ It is important to study in a reputable law school to succeed in the law profession. This article informs you about the University of Kentucky - College Of Law which is one of the best law colleges in Kentucky. Graduates of this law school find employment very easily. This law school was founded in the year 1799.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5456/University-of-Kentucky-College-of-Law/ 2009-11-16 22:17:39 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5457/How-to-Write-an-Effective-Law-School-Personal-Statement-/ This article aims to inform its readers that a law school personal statement enables you to reveal your qualities and abilities. With the help of the professionals, you can write a law school personal statement more effectively. A well-written law school personal statement can make your law school application really impressive.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5457/How-to-Write-an-Effective-Law-School-Personal-Statement-/ 2009-11-16 22:22:31 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5458/How-to-Become-a-Certified-Legal-Assistant-/ The following article aims to inform the readers that the paralegals or the legal assistants are responsible for performing significant and specially delegated legal tasks. The job market is very conducive to the paralegals as they assist the lawyers in performing many important tasks related to the trial cases.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5458/How-to-Become-a-Certified-Legal-Assistant-/ 2009-11-16 22:24:49 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5459/Litigation-Secretary-Job-Profile/ The following article is about litigation secretaries who perform a wide range of functions pertaining to the legal field. They must be aware of the various legal procedures and methods in order to carry out their legal duties effectively.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5459/Litigation-Secretary-Job-Profile/ 2009-11-16 22:27:18 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5447/Georgia-Lawyer-Pleads-Guilty-to-Ponzi-Scheme/ After investigations by Special Agents of the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Clayton County District Attorney's office, real estate and business law attorney Steven H. Ballard of McDonough, GA pleaded guilty to wire fraud and was sentenced to more than five years in prison. The Henry County Police Department and the Peachtree City Police Department also assisted in the investigation of Ballard's ponzi scheme.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5447/Georgia-Lawyer-Pleads-Guilty-to-Ponzi-Scheme/ Christine Cristiano 2009-11-15 20:50:59 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5451/LawCrossing-com-Promises-Finding-Excellent-Legal-Jobs/ LawCrossing.com Promises Finding Excellent Legal Jobs http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5451/LawCrossing-com-Promises-Finding-Excellent-Legal-Jobs/ 2009-11-15 22:23:10 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5450/LawCrossing-com-is-a-Legal-Job-Portal-with-a-Difference/ LawCrossing.com is a Legal Job Portal with a Difference http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5450/LawCrossing-com-is-a-Legal-Job-Portal-with-a-Difference/ 2009-11-15 22:17:14 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5445/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Question:I am a senior (Class of 1998) business litigator who has been laid off of a small boutique firm since June 2009. I have approximately $50,000-$100,000 in portable business that I have maintained for several years now. I have interviewed with several firms in the various geographic regions that my family and I can move to; however, I have not yet received an offer. Many of the firms require more portable business. I am unable to look outside of the state due t... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5445/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Claudia Barnes, Managing Director 2009-11-10 21:32:43 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5446/Convicted-Sniper-Faces-Execution/ Despite his efforts to seek clemency from Gov. Tim Kaine, convicted killer, John Allen Muhammad will face the death penalty for his crimes. Muhammad was sentenced to death in November 2003 and is scheduled to be put to death by lethal injection on November 10, 2009. Despite an appeal by Muhammad's attorneys to block the execution, the U.S. Supreme Court has denied their appeal, which was based on claims that Muhammad is suffering from mental illness and post dramatic stress disorder as a resu... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5446/Convicted-Sniper-Faces-Execution/ Christine Cristiano 2009-11-10 21:39:06 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5437/Day-Pitney-Cuts-11-Members-From-Its-Staff/ Day Pitney Cuts 11 Members From Its StaffDickstein Shapiro Announces Second Round of LayoffsOver 5,000 Lawyers Lost Their Jobs Throughout The Past Year http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5437/Day-Pitney-Cuts-11-Members-From-Its-Staff/ 2009-11-09 21:33:04 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5438/The-Job-of-a-Notary/ This article outlines the job profile of a notary who is basically a qualified individual whose presence is required while signing a document to recognize its authenticity. The notary public sign provides the document with authenticity.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5438/The-Job-of-a-Notary/ 2009-11-09 22:21:37 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5439/Insurance-Attorneys/ The following article aims to provide its readers with the information that insurance attorneys are highly marketable these days for the valuable service they provide. These insurance attorneys provide professional legal advice to the insurance companies and analyze court proceedings and recommend necessary changes among many other functions.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5439/Insurance-Attorneys/ 2009-11-09 22:25:24 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5440/Indiana-University-School-of-Law/ The article aims to provide information on Indiana University School of Law, deemed to be among the best law school in America. The competition is tough to beat for somebody thinking about grabbing a seat at this elite law school. The last median LSAT and the GPA score was about 164 and 3.70 respectively.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5440/Indiana-University-School-of-Law/ 2009-11-09 22:28:09 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5441/Succeeding-in-your-First-Year-at-Law-School/ Studying in a law school is quite challenging especially in the first year as students don't have much of an idea about how to go about everything-studying, preparing for exams and more. The article aims to provide the law students with valuable tips that will help them get through the first year in the law school, which is the most crucial year in their legal career.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5441/Succeeding-in-your-First-Year-at-Law-School/ 2009-11-09 22:32:54 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5442/Women-in-the-Legal-Profession/ The article aims to provide detailed information about the contemporary position of women in the legal profession. Women have managed to come out of their shell and set foot on the same podium as men in almost every sphere of modern life. Sandra Day O'Connor, the first women judge in the U.S Supreme Court has herself admitted that position of women in the legal profession has undergone a revolutionary change.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5442/Women-in-the-Legal-Profession/ 2009-11-09 22:34:54 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5443/Staffing-Concerns-and-Legal-Process-Outsourcing/ In legal process outsourcing legal support is provided by other legal firms who provide these services. This article proposes to inform the readers in detail about legal process outsourcing or LPO and how it helps legal firms perform better by remaining focused on its core business areas.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5443/Staffing-Concerns-and-Legal-Process-Outsourcing/ 2009-11-09 22:43:16 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5444/James-M-Herb-Associates/ James M.Herb & Associates is a well known law firm providing legal services for Pittsburg and greater North Hills Area. Their practice areas are estate planning, real property law, business and commercial organization, personal injury, criminal defense, and more. This article provides an overview about this law firm and the legal services they provide.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5444/James-M-Herb-Associates/ 2009-11-10 01:06:18 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5436/Gomez-Law-Firm-Attorneys-Receive-Awards/ Three attorneys from the Gomez Law Firm in San Diego have been honoured with The Outstanding Trial Lawyer of the Year Awards from the Consumers Attorneys of San Diego Organization (CASD) for their jury trial work. Attorneys, John H. Gomez, and James S. Iagmin were recognized for 'outstanding verdicts' in the case La Framboise vs. Krebs - the first case to invoke the elder abuse statute for a commercial real estate transaction in the state of California.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5436/Gomez-Law-Firm-Attorneys-Receive-Awards/ Christine Cristiano 2009-11-06 23:33:52 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5449/Getting-Access-to-a-Treasure-Trove-of-Legal-Jobs-LawCrossing-com/ Getting Access to a ''Treasure Trove of Legal Jobs'' @ LawCrossing.com http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5449/Getting-Access-to-a-Treasure-Trove-of-Legal-Jobs-LawCrossing-com/ 2009-11-15 22:11:04 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5435/Gates-Foundation-Donates-Millions-to-Legal-Aid-of-Washington/ Thanks to a generous donation from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, legal aid offices in Washington will get some much needed financial relief. http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5435/Gates-Foundation-Donates-Millions-to-Legal-Aid-of-Washington/ Christine Cristiano 2009-11-03 21:42:34 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5427/Drinker-Biddle-Reath-Lay-Off-21-Associates/ Drinker Biddle & Reath Lay Off 21 AssociatesHogan & Hartson and Lovells Discuss Potential MergerSJ Berwin Opens Shanghai Office http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5427/Drinker-Biddle-Reath-Lay-Off-21-Associates/ 2009-11-02 21:42:32 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5428/Becoming-a-Legal-Recruiter/ Thousands of law graduates who graduate from the law school look for legal jobs every year. The article discusses the qualities of a good legal recruiter who can help them get a job. Also those who want to be a legal recruiter will get an insight about the qualities they need to have to be a legal recruiter.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5428/Becoming-a-Legal-Recruiter/ 2009-11-02 22:24:12 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5429/Stevens-J-Kasselman/ The article is about Stevens J. Kasselman, the renowned estate planner lawyer. He handles his cases with care and thus attracts clients. His overall behavior and performance at work distinguishes him from other estate planner lawyers. He works with full efficiency to satisfy his clients. He practices law in New York.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5429/Stevens-J-Kasselman/ 2009-11-02 22:30:37 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5430/Contract-Attorneys-Job-Profile/ This article discusses the roles and responsibilities of a contract lawyer. The temporary attorneys who work on cases for a certain period of time after which the contract lapses are referred to as contract attorney. The educational requirement along with the job description of a contract lawyer is discussed in the article.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5430/Contract-Attorneys-Job-Profile/ 2009-11-02 22:35:40 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5431/Law-School-Profile-UC-Berkeley-School-of-Law/ This article gives detailed information about the UC Berkeley School of Law. It informs you about the course the law school offers, the kind of faculty associated with the law school. The content assures you that the money you invest in this school will definitely profit you with positive results.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5431/Law-School-Profile-UC-Berkeley-School-of-Law/ 2009-11-02 22:40:21 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5432/Law-Students-Surviving-in-a-Law-School/ This article suggests some survival tips while studying at law school. Entering a law school for pursuing a legal career is a very challenging decision and one must be prepared well mentally to pass the law school with flying colors. The tips discussed here will help you cope with the pressure and other difficulties you face at law school. ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5432/Law-Students-Surviving-in-a-Law-School/ 2009-11-02 22:45:12 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5433/Immigration-Paralegals/ This article discusses the roles and responsibilities of an immigrant paralegal. They help the foreign immigrants to get a visa or a green card or citizenship in the United States. This is a very helpful article for people who want to become immigration paralegals.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5433/Immigration-Paralegals/ 2009-11-02 22:48:36 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5434/Legal-Job-Alternatives-for-those-who-don-t-want-to-Practice/ This article discusses a few alternative legal careers apart from lawyer jobs. Law professionals who do not wish to practice law can opt for any other legal jobs. There are many legal careers that require basic knowledge about legal industry and documentation, etc.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5434/Legal-Job-Alternatives-for-those-who-don-t-want-to-Practice/ 2009-11-02 22:51:47 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5425/Becoming-a-Medical-Malpractice-Lawyer/ Most people tend to have a love hate relationship with lawyers. They love them when they're fighting for them and can't stand them when they're on the other side. But some lawyers demand more respect than others because of their defense and protection of the little guy.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5425/Becoming-a-Medical-Malpractice-Lawyer/ Silas Reed 2009-11-02 16:30:50 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5426/How-to-Become-a-District-Attorney/ A career choice that many people with a distinct academic background decide on is becoming a district attorney. This type of career, however, takes a great deal of dedication and is not something that just anyone can become. This is not a job that can just be walked into, as it takes not only a great deal of training, but also a lot of hard work and success in your field once you have attained this specialized training. With that being said, counties are always on the lookout for the next gre... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5426/How-to-Become-a-District-Attorney/ Silas Reed 2009-11-02 16:34:26 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5448/Law-Crossing-Features-Law-Student-Job-Openings-Too-/ Law Crossing Features Law Student Job Openings Too! http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5448/Law-Crossing-Features-Law-Student-Job-Openings-Too-/ 2009-11-15 22:08:10 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5424/Dallas-Lawyer-Succumbs-to-H1N1-Flu/ Officials from Dallas County have confirmed that one of the city's prominent attorneys, Sidney H. Davis Jr., has passed away from complications of the H1N1 flu. Davis had been an attorney with the law firm Touchstone Bernays since 1979. Before his death, Davis, 54, was advising the Commissioners Court regarding an investigation into the conduct of constables. Last month, the court had hired Davis to act as an adviser for an investigation of constables Derick Evans and Jaime Cortes. Both const... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5424/Dallas-Lawyer-Succumbs-to-H1N1-Flu/ Christine Cristiano 2009-10-28 00:00:25 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5416/Buckingham-Doolittle-Burroughs-Announces-16-Layoffs/ Buckingham Doolittle & Burroughs Announces 16 LayoffsCrowell & Moring To Set Up San Francisco OfficeBrevan Brittan Looking Towards Second Round Of Redundancies http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5416/Buckingham-Doolittle-Burroughs-Announces-16-Layoffs/ 2009-10-26 23:01:35 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5417/Being-a-Sports-Lawyer/ This article deals with the scope and requirements of sports lawyers, their educational qualifications, professional standards, role and involvement with clients, as well as brand-building strategies. According to recent statistics, a sports lawyer has good career prospects.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5417/Being-a-Sports-Lawyer/ 2009-10-26 23:45:50 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5418/Ira-M-Karmiol/ This article deals with the profile of the well known attoney Ira M Karmiol, a member of the New York and New Mexico Bar, and offers personalized notary services. He is specialized in a number of fields of law and legal expertise and from the following article you can select any category and get in touch with him for your problem. Educated at Stony Brook, Ira M Karmiol has a catalog of esteemed clientele as well.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5418/Ira-M-Karmiol/ 2009-10-26 23:53:50 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5419/Hiring-an-Attorney/ Attorneys are the most competent confidantes for solving your legal problems. The client must exercise caution while hiring an attorney, making clear inquiries about his qualification and work experience. You should choose such an attorney who will provide value for your money. The client must also ensure that the attorney is there with him always in all trial cases and court proceedings.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5419/Hiring-an-Attorney/ 2009-10-26 23:59:52 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5420/Cincinnati-College-of-Law/ The Cincinnati College of Law is one of the oldest law colleges in the United States of America which boasts of a rich faculty, scholars and students. The rate of pass percentage has been very high in comparison to most of the other law colleges. The well equipped library and computerized courses provide the students with the best facilities.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5420/Cincinnati-College-of-Law/ 2009-10-27 00:04:50 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5421/Temporary-Legal-Staffing/ Temporary legal staffing is an alternative concept in which legal assistance is provided by firms on a contract basis. This helps reduce the potentially astronomical legal costs of reviewing and researching documents that sometimes number in thousands and even millions. This also gives the associates and the corporate councilors a chance to engage themselves in other responsibilities.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5421/Temporary-Legal-Staffing/ 2009-10-27 00:07:32 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5422/Coping-with-Stress-in-Law-School/ Stress while in law school is one of the very common problems among the students. With a little bit of organization and planning you can relieve yourself from stress. Make sure you eat healthy, sleep well and seek medical help when necessary. The professors and teachers are always there to support the students. The law students must not hesitate to seek clarifications if they are fraught with any problem.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5422/Coping-with-Stress-in-Law-School/ 2009-10-27 00:54:41 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5423/How-can-Law-Students-avail-Student-Loans-/ This article informs the readers about options which law school students can avail for pursuing higher studies once they have completed their undergraduate courses. There are a lot of resources available for financing law students and assisting them with the much needed costs to cover their often exorbitant fee structure.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5423/How-can-Law-Students-avail-Student-Loans-/ 2009-10-27 00:57:44 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5415/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Question:I am a second-year associate and was laid off from my job in March 2009. Since then, I have focused my time on finding a new job. I am completely open in terms of geography and have applied to a number of jobs in different states. I finally secured an interview with an out-of-state firm, and while I am excited at the opportunity, I am not sure how to address the fact that I am not yet barred in the state. What do you recommend?... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5415/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Laura Scotellaro Rusche, Recruiter 2009-10-25 23:56:28 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5414/Non-Union-Mason-Worker-Awarded-Settlement-for-Job-Related-Injuries/ Thanks to good legal representation, Michal Cimbalak, a non-union mason worker, has been awarded $2,500,000 for injuries he received on the job while working for Package Pavement Co. Inc. Cimbalak retained the services of the Manhattan legal firm of Lurie, Llchert, MacDonnell and Ryan, LLP, who specialize in the cases related to injuries acquired on the job.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5414/Non-Union-Mason-Worker-Awarded-Settlement-for-Job-Related-Injuries/ Christine Cristiano 2009-10-23 01:10:46 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5405/North-Carolina-to-Release-Dangerous-Convicts-under-Old-Law/ Under the provisions of a decade old law, 20 violent rapists and murderers who are presently serving life sentences will be released from prisons across North Carolina later this month. According to the old law that created in the 1970's, a life sentence is defined as only 80 years in length. Meanwhile, state officials are scrambling trying to figure out how they can legally detain these 'dangerous' inmates and any future inmates behind bars who have been denied parole for decades due to the ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5405/North-Carolina-to-Release-Dangerous-Convicts-under-Old-Law/ Christine Cristiano 2009-10-19 21:59:23 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5406/Budd-Larner-P-C-Extends-Lease-To-2024/ Budd Larner P.C. Extends Lease To 2024Maynard Cooper & Gale Expand Onto Mobile MarketWisconsin Based Foley & Lardner Announces 39 Layoffs http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5406/Budd-Larner-P-C-Extends-Lease-To-2024/ 2009-10-19 22:03:42 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5407/Things-to-Consider-After-Legal-Career-Layoff/ This article talks about the various ways in which individuals need to deal with the situation once they face a layoff. There are a number of issues they need to focus on. The article discusses how they can go ahead with the consideration regarding a further legal career henceforth.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5407/Things-to-Consider-After-Legal-Career-Layoff/ 2009-10-19 22:14:39 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5408/Attorney-Wayne-Greenwald/ This article gives a precise and descriptive account of the profile of Attorney Wayne Greenwald and his firm, the Wayne Greenwald P.C. He is one of the most reputed and high profile lawyers in the New York state who deals with Commercial Litigation, Bankruptcy, Insolvency, Creditors' Rights, and RICO as his area of expertise.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5408/Attorney-Wayne-Greenwald/ 2009-10-19 22:26:42 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5409/Family-Lawyer-and-Parental-Rights-Termination/ This article provides information with regards to parental rights termination and the most prevalent conditions under which termination of parental rights takes place. It gives an overview of the several conditions through which such a procedure needs to be initiated, the different laws in different states pertaining to this act, and the various outcomes borne by parental rights termination, particularly how it affects the child and its immediate environment.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5409/Family-Lawyer-and-Parental-Rights-Termination/ 2009-10-19 22:33:13 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5410/Washburn-University-School-of-Law/ This article provides an overview of Washburn University School of Law, which is one of the renowned Law Schools in the country. You will also learn about the various aspects of this school which will interest all the aspiring students who want to grab a sound knowledge about the Washburn University School of Law.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5410/Washburn-University-School-of-Law/ 2009-10-19 22:42:45 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5411/Common-Mistakes-Performed-in-a-Law-School-Examination/ This article discusses some of the most common mistakes that law students perform whilst writing a Law School Examination. This article will help them not just recognize those mistakes but also tell them how to effectively deal with the problems and thereby also score well in the exam.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5411/Common-Mistakes-Performed-in-a-Law-School-Examination/ 2009-10-19 22:50:38 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5412/The-Importance-of-Retainer-Agreement-between-the-Client-and-Attorney/ The article mainly aims to inform the readers that it is very important that you have a thorough knowledge about the retainer agreement, the purpose of the contract, and the financial terms and conditions involved before signing it. ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5412/The-Importance-of-Retainer-Agreement-between-the-Client-and-Attorney/ 2009-10-19 22:56:38 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5413/The-Role-of-Legal-Staffing-Agencies/ The article provides an impartial discussion on the role that the Legal Staffing Agency plays in the field of Legal practice viewed in the context of their working relationship with Contract attorneys. The article will help the legal professionals realize the necessity of Legal Staffing Agencies in the market and the pivotal role they play.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5413/The-Role-of-Legal-Staffing-Agencies/ 2009-10-19 23:01:52 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5404/Legal-Referral-Service-Advertising-Stirs-Up-Controversy/ Need a lawyer but not sure what kind or where to find one? A Boca Raton, Florida based firm has enjoyed success since launching a website that matches prospective clients with the appropriate attorneys.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5404/Legal-Referral-Service-Advertising-Stirs-Up-Controversy/ Christine Cristiano 2009-10-19 12:32:13 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5403/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Question:I am a 10th year practitioner in New York City, and, more recently, I've heard people say that I am ''past my prime.'' What does that mean, exactly? Am I not marketable anymore?... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5403/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Danice Kowalczyk, Esq.Managing DirectorBCG Attorney Search, New York City 2009-10-17 01:20:54 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5394/Donna-J-Jackson/ This article discusses the biography of Donna J. Jackson, an attorney and CPA. Donna is an expert who advises you on estate planning, wealth preservation, assets protection, etc. She also helps you save your business and protect you from tax burdens.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5394/Donna-J-Jackson/ 2009-10-12 22:35:07 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5395/Hamline-University-School-of-Law/ This article informs the readers that the Hamline University School of Law is one of the best law schools in U.S and it also boasts of very proud alumni. Hamline University School of Law offers part time and full time education for obtaining a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree, together with the Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree for lawyers.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5395/Hamline-University-School-of-Law/ 2009-10-12 22:45:36 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5396/Law-Staff-Legal-Recruitment/ This article is a brief account of the Law Staff Legal recruitment scenario in general that is persisting in the market right now. Other than that, the article also focuses on a number of other aspects within the corpus of Legal Recruitment in particular. The article is aimed to answer the various questions that freshmen law graduates may face in between their job hunting sessions.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5396/Law-Staff-Legal-Recruitment/ 2009-10-12 22:48:37 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5397/Various-Legal-Professions/ This article is an account of various types of popular legal professions. It also focuses on the kinds of responsibilities each one of those professional categories is concerned about. http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5397/Various-Legal-Professions/ 2009-10-12 22:50:34 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5398/McKenna-Long-Stays-Solid-During-A-Rough-Economy/ McKenna Long Stays Solid During A Rough EconomyHugh Nineham Appointed London Head At McDermott Will & EmeryBlake Lapthorn Contemplating Merger To Increase Profitability http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5398/McKenna-Long-Stays-Solid-During-A-Rough-Economy/ 2009-10-12 22:55:12 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5399/Civil-Litigation-Disputes/ This article mainly aims to inform the clients about various civil litigation disputes that can be best solved by qualified legal representatives and these lawyers are competent enough to solve any dispute either between the business firms, the parties, real estate disputes, or construction defects litigation.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5399/Civil-Litigation-Disputes/ 2009-10-13 00:47:58 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5400/Becoming-an-Associate-in-a-Law-Firm-Take-an-Initiative/ This article discusses how an associate in a law firm must be proactive and help in advancement. Learn all about making strategic connections, demonstrating skills, opening branch offices, and more for opportunities of career growth and expansion. ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5400/Becoming-an-Associate-in-a-Law-Firm-Take-an-Initiative/ 2009-10-13 00:50:57 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5401/The-Role-of-Attorneys-Lawyers/ This article mainly aims to inform the clients that the lawyers as legal representatives are responsible for providing services to the clients very diligently. They are required to see to it that the law and order of the state is abided by all and justice is not denied to any one.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5401/The-Role-of-Attorneys-Lawyers/ 2009-10-13 00:52:27 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5402/Corporate-Attorney-Jobs-A-Great-Career-Option/ A Corporate attorney has a major role to play in guiding the firm towards success by providing his expert services. A corporate attorney's responsibility is to review the legality of the transactions which are expected to be carried out by an organization over a period of time. Besides this the corporate attorney needs to advise the company about their legal rights and duties in order to achieve their business objectives ethically.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5402/Corporate-Attorney-Jobs-A-Great-Career-Option/ Silas Reed 2009-10-13 15:10:08 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5392/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Question:I am applying to firms for a permanent position next Fall. I have applied to a lot of firms in my area, but haven't gotten any interviews. I have been e-mailing my cover letter and a resume to these firms, but this isn't working. What is another way to apply to these firms outside of e-mail?... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5392/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Carey Bertolet, Founding Managing Director, BCG Attorney Search, New York 2009-10-12 01:13:50 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5393/Obtaining-a-Career-as-a-Legal-Assistant/ A Legal Assistant, better known as a paralegal, is a non-lawyer who assists the lawyers in their legal work. The glaring difference between a lawyer and a paralegal is that a paralegal cannot offer legal advice or set fees as lawyers can. The main job for a lawyer is to find out the solution to a legal fix by analyzing, planning, and forming strategies, and it is the legal assistant who carries out the tasks assigned to him by the lawyer.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5393/Obtaining-a-Career-as-a-Legal-Assistant/ Silas Reed 2009-10-12 17:23:10 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5391/LawCrossing-com-Tracks-Down-every-Legal-Job-through-Research/ LawCrossing.com Tracks Down every Legal Job through Research http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5391/LawCrossing-com-Tracks-Down-every-Legal-Job-through-Research/ 2009-10-12 00:10:19 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5390/New-York-Attorney-Faces-Grand-Larceny-and-Fraud-Charges/ New Yorker attorney, Kevin Cohen has been accused of grand larceny and fraud charges regarding his involvement with 16 couples who allege that they paid thousands of dollars to Cohen in a Ponzi-style adoption scam.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5390/New-York-Attorney-Faces-Grand-Larceny-and-Fraud-Charges/ Christine Cristiano 2009-10-08 02:18:32 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5381/Law-Firm-Mergers-on-Target-for-Year/ According to a report from Altman Weil Inc, there have been thirteen law firm mergers during the third quarter of this year. This year's second quarter experienced seven mergers. http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5381/Law-Firm-Mergers-on-Target-for-Year/ Christine Cristiano 2009-10-05 21:54:43 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5382/Becoming-a-Court-Messenger/ This article here is aimed at giving a brief description of the job profile of a Court Messenger at the same time providing individuals with an idea about how they can successfully embark upon a career as a Court Messenger. The article will help you realize the significance of this distinctive and rare career option.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5382/Becoming-a-Court-Messenger/ 2009-10-05 22:06:16 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5383/Attorney-Steven-M-Dettelbach/ Attorney Steven Dettelbach is a prosecutor and lawyer of high repute. In fact, he has been nominated by President Barack Obama as the US Attorney for the Northern District of Ohio. With an excellent legal education from the Harvard Law School, Attorney Dettelbach has carved a niche for himself in the legal scenario of the country.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5383/Attorney-Steven-M-Dettelbach/ 2009-10-05 22:20:18 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5384/Bankruptcy-Attorneys-Career/ The vocation of bankruptcy attorneys is one of the most in demand these days. Their job is to deal with issues relating to insolvency when businesses, corporations, and individuals are declared incapable of meeting the monetary needs of their creditors. However, there are particular areas of expertise you need to focus on in order to be a bankruptcy attorney.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5384/Bankruptcy-Attorneys-Career/ 2009-10-05 22:23:15 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5385/Vermont-Law-School/ This article is aimed to give all the freshmen law graduates a closer view of the Vermont Law School (VLS), which is one of the best law schools in the United States as far as Environmental Law is concerned. This particular Law School has been ranked for a couple of years as the leading academic institution in this field.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5385/Vermont-Law-School/ 2009-10-05 22:26:09 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5386/Student-Loans-for-Law-Students/ The article is aimed at giving aspiring law students a transparent idea about how they can get student loans for their legal education and the various other important aspects related to this issue in terms of requirements on the part of the lender that the students will need to abide by. This informative article will help them make the right decisions while deciding on the financial aspects of their legal education.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5386/Student-Loans-for-Law-Students/ 2009-10-05 22:31:42 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5387/Becoming-an-E-Discovery-Professional/ This article gives an overview on the newly found legal career option of e-discovery professionals. Thanks to the e-discovery boom this is a new career option that a lot of law students are for opting for and it is quite a good career option as well.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5387/Becoming-an-E-Discovery-Professional/ 2009-10-05 22:34:11 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5388/Women-Quitting-the-Legal-Profession/ There are a number of women who are quitting the legal profession because of various reasons. In fact, there is a significant exodus of women from the gamut of law jobs in spite of the fact that more and more women are graduating from law schools and institutions these days than men.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5388/Women-Quitting-the-Legal-Profession/ 2009-10-05 22:38:18 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5389/DC-Based-Crowell-Moring-Fortifies-Its-London-Office/ DC Based Crowell & Moring Fortifies Its London OfficeVinson & Elkins Open Up About New Saudi OutfitDenver Firm Brownstein Hyatt Faber Schreck Opens A Reno Branch http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5389/DC-Based-Crowell-Moring-Fortifies-Its-London-Office/ 2009-10-05 22:42:33 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5379/LawCrossing-com-Caters-to-Legal-Job-Seekers/ LawCrossing.com Caters to Legal Job Seekers http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5379/LawCrossing-com-Caters-to-Legal-Job-Seekers/ 2009-10-02 21:34:34 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5380/North-Carolina-Law-Firm-Receives-2009-Law-Firm-Diversity-Award/ The law firm of Womble Caryle Sandridge & Rice PLLC has received the DRI (formerly Defense Research Institute) 2009 Law Firm Diversity Award. One law firm per year that is committed to diversity is honored by receiving the prestigious national award. Womble Caryle Sandridge & Rice was recognized for its efforts in supporting diversity with various programs, including a law school academy for 25 minority college juniors that will prepare the students for law school, a scholar program for 11 mi... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5380/North-Carolina-Law-Firm-Receives-2009-Law-Firm-Diversity-Award/ Christine Cristiano 2009-10-02 22:15:32 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5378/Summer-Associates-Not-As-Optimistic-As-Past-Years/ Summer Associates Not As Optimistic As Past YearsArent Fox Withdraws Offers To Deferred AssociatesShearman And Sterling To Work On Brussels Office http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5378/Summer-Associates-Not-As-Optimistic-As-Past-Years/ 2009-09-30 00:54:49 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5370/Film-Director-Roman-Polanski-Held-for-Extradition/ Film Director, Roman Polanski was arrested in Switzerland and is being held for extradition to the U.S. Swiss Police took Polanski into custody upon his arrival for the Zurich Film Festival in which he was to receive an award. Swiss authorities acted on a U.S. warrant regarding a charge of unlawful sexual intercourse with a minor, which Polanski was charged with over 30 years ago.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5370/Film-Director-Roman-Polanski-Held-for-Extradition/ Christine Cristiano 2009-09-29 01:10:55 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5371/Human-Rights-Law-and-Issues-in-the-United-States/ This article discusses some of the basic human rights issues in the US. Human rights address the rights and freedoms that all humans should be allowed. Rights and freedoms we hear of commonly include civil and political rights, such as the right to life and freedom of expression. People also have the right to food, work, and education. These are the very basics of human rights.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5371/Human-Rights-Law-and-Issues-in-the-United-States/ 2009-09-29 01:19:02 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5372/Attorney-Dermot-M-Groome-International-Criminal-Law/ Dermot Groome has 21 years of legal experience and has spent most of his years as a prosecutor in New York and for the United Nations. His story is a true tale of a man who worked for the human rights of a people who suffered injustice. His work in international human rights and international criminal law has influenced the world.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5372/Attorney-Dermot-M-Groome-International-Criminal-Law/ 2009-09-29 01:46:28 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5373/The-Law-that-Governs-Business-and-Commercial-Transactions/ This article talks about Commercial law, also called business law, is the field of law which oversees business and commerce. Commercial law is sometimes said to be a branch of civil law and is concerned with issues of both private and public law.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5373/The-Law-that-Governs-Business-and-Commercial-Transactions/ 2009-09-29 02:03:09 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5374/Penn-State-Dickenson-School-of-Law-from-Humble-Beginnings-Still-Expanding/ This article talks about Penn State-Dickenson School of Law and their humble beginnings that blossomed into a well ranked law school. Today the law school continues to move up quickly in its rankings and is investing $110 million in new Law School facilities. $5 million in recurring annual subsidy is allocated to support new faculty and programs.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5374/Penn-State-Dickenson-School-of-Law-from-Humble-Beginnings-Still-Expanding/ 2009-09-29 02:16:15 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5375/Law-School-Program-offered-Maureen-Abboud-Opportunity-to-Experience-Human-Justice-and-International-Law-up-Close/ Maureen Abboud, a law student at Penn State-Dickenson School of Law experienced an internship set up through a professor at her law school working at the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY). The internship was completed at the United Nations during her 2007 semester where she worked with law students from all over the world.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5375/Law-School-Program-offered-Maureen-Abboud-Opportunity-to-Experience-Human-Justice-and-International-Law-up-Close/ 2009-09-29 02:24:56 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5376/How-to-Become-a-Legal-Professional-Certified-Translator/ This article talks about legal translators and their functions. There are interactions daily between people who are not from the same cultural or national background. Many of these interactions are business whether it is of a personal nature or a professional constitution. These exchanges, if legal in nature, being between individuals of diverse languages sometime require a legal professional certified translator.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5376/How-to-Become-a-Legal-Professional-Certified-Translator/ 2009-09-29 02:30:08 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5377/Legal-Office-Services-Clerks-find-Steady-Work-with-Large-Legal-Office-Contractors/ The legal office services clerk is a position most often provided by large legal service companies to which law firms' farm out their reprographics and copy work. They usually submit the work electronically to the large contractor of legal services who hire their own legal office services clerks.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5377/Legal-Office-Services-Clerks-find-Steady-Work-with-Large-Legal-Office-Contractors/ 2009-09-29 02:37:18 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5369/Who-Needs-a-Legal-Job-and-Needs-to-Speed-up-the-Job-Hunt-with-LawCrossing-com-/ Who Needs a Legal Job and Needs to Speed up the Job Hunt with LawCrossing.com? http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5369/Who-Needs-a-Legal-Job-and-Needs-to-Speed-up-the-Job-Hunt-with-LawCrossing-com-/ 2009-09-26 02:07:38 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5366/Texas-Upgrades-Strangulation-to-Felony-Charge/ The state of Texas has passed a new law that ups the charges of strangulation from a misdemeanor to felony. Under the old law, strangulation is classified as a Class C misdemeanor if there wasn't any visible marks left on the victim and the offense could only be upgraded to a felony if the victim passed out. When the new law takes effect next month, all strangulation offensives will be considered felonies.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5366/Texas-Upgrades-Strangulation-to-Felony-Charge/ Christine Cristiano 2009-09-21 21:25:21 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5359/The-Importance-of-Job-Networking/ This article deals with the importance of networking in your career and gives tips and suggestions as to how to find jobs through good networking strategies. It is crucial to build contacts if you want to get a suitable job and advance in your career. Registering on job search boards definitely helps but the power of networking in securing a good job cannot be underestimated.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5359/The-Importance-of-Job-Networking/ 2009-09-21 01:22:44 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5360/Dana-Reece/ Dana Reece is an experienced Trial Lawyer with 22 years of experience in law. She is also an ordained minister and she has worked as a former television legal expert and former investigative journalist. She is also the founder of Holy Women Ministries International, a ministry devoted to helping women succeed by applying the principles of God's word to their lives. She resides at Little Rock, Arkansas and spends her free time pursuing fine arts and playing with her dogs and her parrot. http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5360/Dana-Reece/ 2009-09-21 01:25:59 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5361/Law-Jobs-in-an-Economic-Slump/ This article deals with the hazards of the economic downturn and how legal professionals and employees are responding to the stress involved. Economic deterioration is a major issue with the lawyers, among whom a high rate of suicide has been reported. Law firms are resorting to pay cuts, layoffs etc.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5361/Law-Jobs-in-an-Economic-Slump/ 2009-09-21 01:32:14 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5362/University-of-Tennessee-College-of-Law-The-Premium-Public-Law-School/ The University of Tennessee College of Law is one of the premium public law schools in the country. Situated at Knoxville, this law school is the most suited for all those students who want to secure employment in the state itself as it is both inexpensive and has a top grade faculty.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5362/University-of-Tennessee-College-of-Law-The-Premium-Public-Law-School/ 2009-09-21 01:35:26 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5363/About-the-Bar-Exam/ This article is aimed at giving freshmen law graduates an overview of the Bar Exam which is one of the prime requisites they need before they can start practicing law. The Bar Exam is conducted by each state to incur licenses to the law graduates who want to start practicing law within the jurisdiction of that state.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5363/About-the-Bar-Exam/ 2009-09-21 01:39:42 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5364/The-Job-of-a-Legal-Secretary/ A legal secretary assists lawyers in preparing documents, filing cases, and other tasks. No specific educational qualification is required to be a legal secretary, however, now you can find courses and diplomas offered by law educational institutes. They play an important role in a law firm or working with a lawyer, and with experience one can earn a good salary.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5364/The-Job-of-a-Legal-Secretary/ 2009-09-21 02:15:40 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5365/Paralegal-Nurses-Why-do-Attorneys-Hire-Them-/ The work of a paralegal nurse is quite crucial for a lawyer handling medical malpractice cases. They interview clients, do research, analyze medical records, and also help in doing legal paperwork. A paralegal nurse can also get jobs in insurance companies, hospitals, and government organizations.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5365/Paralegal-Nurses-Why-do-Attorneys-Hire-Them-/ 2009-09-21 02:17:27 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5368/The-Job-Search-Websites-are-Broken-and-They-are-not-Doing-What-They-Promise/ The Job Search Websites are Broken and They are not Doing What They Promise http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5368/The-Job-Search-Websites-are-Broken-and-They-are-not-Doing-What-They-Promise/ 2009-09-26 01:58:32 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5352/Personal-Injury-Attorneys/ Personal injury attorneys deal with cases that involve accidents, slip and fall incidents, workplace injuries, wrongful death, and medical malpractice. This article discusses the qualification one needs to become a personal injury attorney. It also discusses the roles and responsibilities of a personal injury lawyer. This is one of the most lucrative of all legal fields.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5352/Personal-Injury-Attorneys/ 2009-09-14 21:21:25 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5353/David-M-Garvin-Florida-Attorney/ The article is about the Mr. Garvin, a well�known attorney in Florida. He excelled in academics and was named in the Dean's list all three years of graduation. Superlawyers.com named him among top white collar criminal defense attorneys every year since 2006. His law firm has handled all kinds of criminal and civil cases successfully.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5353/David-M-Garvin-Florida-Attorney/ 2009-09-14 21:24:29 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5354/Attorney-Careers-Things-to-Know/ This article discusses some important aspects of legal careers like types of specializations, whether private practice is better than working in a law firm, corruption in the legal field, skill sets required, significance of marketing to be successful as an attorney, and more.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5354/Attorney-Careers-Things-to-Know/ 2009-09-14 21:27:12 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5355/University-of-Maryland-School-of-Law/ The article talks about the University of Maryland School of Law that which is among the top law schools in the US. You also get to know about the admission process, courses offered, and the university's role in job placements. The university provides outstanding learning opportunities to students who want to excel in a legal career.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5355/University-of-Maryland-School-of-Law/ 2009-09-14 21:30:50 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5356/Are-you-in-Law-School-What-Next-/ This article deals with the various options that you are left to pursue once you have completed law school. As a graduate, you can go for courses in higher education or even take up training as a judicial clerk. This allows you to put your knowledge to good use as well as build potential contacts.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5356/Are-you-in-Law-School-What-Next-/ 2009-09-14 21:34:00 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5357/Working-as-a-Paralegal-Nurse/ The article gives an overview to the job of a paralegal nurse. It also discusses various roles, responsibilities and education of a paralegal nurse. A paralegal nurse plays a key role in helping attorney's win their case by doing research, interviewing patients, preparing documents, evaluating reports and more. ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5357/Working-as-a-Paralegal-Nurse/ 2009-09-14 21:36:39 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5358/Join-Online-Paralegal-Universities-for-Career-Advancement/ This article discusses why it is important to go for a paralegal course. It also discusses the benefits of online paralegal schools and how they are the most convenient way to complete paralegal education. You can sign up with one of the various online institutions for getting the best education. The article lists a few well-known universities offering online paralegal courses.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5358/Join-Online-Paralegal-Universities-for-Career-Advancement/ 2009-09-14 21:38:39 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5367/LawCrossing-com-Offers-the-Best-Legal-Job-Opportunities/ LawCrossing.com Offers the Best Legal Job Opportunities http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5367/LawCrossing-com-Offers-the-Best-Legal-Job-Opportunities/ 2009-09-26 01:49:14 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5351/New-Report-on-Washington-s-Death-with-Dignity-Law-Released/ According to a report from the Washington non-profit group, Compassion & Choices, 28 terminally ill residents of the state have taken advantage of the state's Death with Dignity Law to end their lives with medications made available under the new law. The terminally ill residents were legally able to receive life-ending prescriptions under the Death with Dignity Law that came into effect in March. Out of the 28 deaths, only 11 of the individuals used pills to help facilitate their deaths; fiv... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5351/New-Report-on-Washington-s-Death-with-Dignity-Law-Released/ Christine Cristiano 2009-09-10 04:00:28 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5350/Terrorist-Fights-Upper-Canada-Law-Society-to-be-Called-to-Bar/ A convicted hijacker and terrorist has appealed to the Law Society of Upper Canada to practise law in Ontario. In July 1984, Parminder Singh Saini was part of a Sikh group that hijacked an Indian Airlines jet. The hijackers forced the Airbus carrying 265 passengers to land in Lahore, Pakistan. Negotiations with the Pakistani authorities lasted over 20 hours. The hijackers surrendered, and no one on board was injured.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5350/Terrorist-Fights-Upper-Canada-Law-Society-to-be-Called-to-Bar/ Christine Cristiano 2009-09-08 22:29:17 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5349/Florida-City-Joins-CrimeReport-com-Network/ In a press release issued by CrimeReports.com on September 1, 2009, the city of St. Petersburg, Florida is the 500th law enforcement agency to sign on with the network to share crime data with the public. CrimeReports.com is an online crime mapping network that informs and enables citizens of a particular region to receive crime related information and data through alerts and reports. Over 499 communities across North America have signed up with the network and nearly 100 additional agencies ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5349/Florida-City-Joins-CrimeReport-com-Network/ Christine Cristiano 2009-09-02 23:00:06 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5338/New-American-Bar-Association-President-for-2010-Attorney-Stephen-N-Zack/ This article talks about the New American Bar Association (ABA) President and how he will begin serving in 2010. His name is Stephen N. Zack, and he has a Hispanic cultural background in Cuba. This gives him a firm grasp of Spanish and an understanding of the Hispanic community. Zack thinks his Cuban background will help speed up the ABA's outreach to the enlarging Hispanic community which is starting to show its diplomatic and economic prowess.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5338/New-American-Bar-Association-President-for-2010-Attorney-Stephen-N-Zack/ 2009-08-31 22:37:33 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5339/Attorney-Mark-A-Ivener-Recognized-as-an-Immigration-Super-Lawyer/ This article talks about Attorney Mark A. Ivener featured in Super Lawyers magazine which honors attorneys in all states who receive the highest point totals, and are chosen by their peers to receive the honor. Super Lawyers magazine is published and read in all 50 states and reaches 13 million readers.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5339/Attorney-Mark-A-Ivener-Recognized-as-an-Immigration-Super-Lawyer/ 2009-08-31 22:44:31 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5340/Attorney-N-Peter-Antone-Practices-Immigration-Law-with-a-Conviction-to-Benefit-Immigrants-and-the-U-S-People/ This article talks about N. Peter Antone who graduated Summa Cum Laude from the Detroit College of Law. After graduating in 1985 from law school Attorney Antone practiced for three years in the firm of Bodman, Longley and Dahling in Detroit, Michigan. Today he owns Antone, Casagrande & Adwers, P.C., a firm located in Farmington Hills, Michigan that specializes in Immigration Law.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5340/Attorney-N-Peter-Antone-Practices-Immigration-Law-with-a-Conviction-to-Benefit-Immigrants-and-the-U-S-People/ 2009-08-31 22:48:52 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5341/UCLA-School-of-Law-is-the-Youngest-Top-Ranked-Public-Law-School/ The youngest top�ranked public law school in the U.S. is the UCLA School of Law located in Southern California. The law school at UCLA was founded in 1949 and is one of 5 law schools in the University of California System. The UCLA School of Law has several clinical programs which allow students realistic simulations of trials and depositions.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5341/UCLA-School-of-Law-is-the-Youngest-Top-Ranked-Public-Law-School/ 2009-08-31 22:52:31 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5342/Two-Demonstrative-Personalities-Law-Students-Identified-in-Law-School/ This article talks about an evening discussion with a number of law school students in attendance who were trying to come up with some common personalities they have encountered during their time at law school. The law school students actually decided on two personality types that they all had encountered and basically agreed upon.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5342/Two-Demonstrative-Personalities-Law-Students-Identified-in-Law-School/ 2009-08-31 22:59:10 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5343/Legal-Billing-Clerk-a-Great-Place-to-Start-in-a-Law-Firm/ This article discusses the legal staff position of a legal billing clerk. The responsibilities of the legal billing clerk are similar in a law firm to a billing clerk in a business or a corporation. This article will take a look at the education and skill requirements for the position.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5343/Legal-Billing-Clerk-a-Great-Place-to-Start-in-a-Law-Firm/ 2009-08-31 23:01:23 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5344/Legal-Assistant-in-Corporate-Contracts/ This article talks about a new legal position being used in corporations. The position of Legal Assistant in Corporate Contracts is replacing the need to have attorneys on staff to oversee contracts. The job is still supervised by attorneys in the corporation or the firm that provides legal services to the corporation.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5344/Legal-Assistant-in-Corporate-Contracts/ 2009-08-31 23:04:36 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5345/Bright-Career-Opportunities-in-Law/ The profession we choose is an extension of our self. Most of us get into professions that define who we are and are largely based on our beliefs. There are a lot of new career options that young people are getting exposed to. However, there is still demand for some of the professions that have been sought after for decades. The job of a lawyer is one of these. People, who are righteous and believe in the fact that truth always prevails, are best suited for this kind of a job. Law is a field ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5345/Bright-Career-Opportunities-in-Law/ Silas Reed 2009-09-01 14:01:39 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5346/How-to-Become-a-Good-Lawyer-after-Studying-Law/ All the young people have certain aspirations regarding the kind of profession they want to choose. Though there are a lot of career opportunities being introduced with the onset of globalization, some people still like to stick to the more basic and conventional means of earning a livelihood. The law profession is one such field. Young people all over the world have been fascinated with this line of working for a long time now. However, getting into this industry is not as easy as it sounds.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5346/How-to-Become-a-Good-Lawyer-after-Studying-Law/ Silas Reed 2009-09-01 14:22:19 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5348/LawCrossing-com-is-America-s-1-Legal-Job-Search-Website/ LawCrossing.com is America's #1 Legal Job Search Website http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5348/LawCrossing-com-is-America-s-1-Legal-Job-Search-Website/ 2009-09-02 05:30:33 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5337/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Question:I am in the job market and have considered calling my former boss to ask if he knows of anyone who is looking. I left my former firm on great terms but am hesitant to call him because it has been some time since he and I last spoke. Am I being too cautious?... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5337/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Veronica Pawlowski, Senior Recruiter 2009-08-25 23:30:08 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5328/U-S-Attorney-General-Eric-Holder-Speaks-to-the-ABA-about-Spending-in-the-Prison-System/ This article talks about U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder who addressed US lawyers regarding prisons and crime problems. With the economic outlook can the country afford to sustain more prisons? What are the alternatives? This article takes a look at the suggestions from U.S. Attorney General Holder and some constituents.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5328/U-S-Attorney-General-Eric-Holder-Speaks-to-the-ABA-about-Spending-in-the-Prison-System/ 2009-08-22 02:04:57 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5329/Eric-Holder-is-the-first-African-American-to-Become-Attorney-General-of-the-U-S-/ This article discusses Eric Himpton Holder, Jr. who was born in January of 1951. The birth of this little boy was to also impact the world. He would grow up to become the first African American to become the Attorney General of the United States. Eric Himpton Holder was appointed to serve with Barack Obama as his senior legal counsel during his campaign. He now continues to work with him as Attorney General of the U.S.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5329/Eric-Holder-is-the-first-African-American-to-Become-Attorney-General-of-the-U-S-/ 2009-08-22 02:18:38 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5330/The-Forensic-Accounting-Lawyer-Partners-with-a-Forensic-Accountant/ This article discusses a new lawyering partnership for the Forensic Accounting Lawyer. The Forensic Accounting Lawyer does not have to be an accountant himself because he can partner with someone who is a Forensic Account. Together the team can determine if a spouse is hiding assets from the other or if there are new or hidden bank accounts.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5330/The-Forensic-Accounting-Lawyer-Partners-with-a-Forensic-Accountant/ 2009-08-22 02:25:26 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5331/Columbia-Law-School/ Columbia Law School is a member of the Ivy League Law Schools. The Law School is located in Manhattan, New York. It has been listed in the U.S. News among the top 5 Law Schools since 1989 when the rankings were first published. In 2010 they hold the 4th ranking among other top Law Schools such as Harvard, Yale, and Stanford.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5331/Columbia-Law-School/ 2009-08-22 02:30:25 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5332/To-Journal-or-not-to-Journal-First-Year-Law-Students-Ponder-the-Question/ This article talks about Law Students in their first year making their way through their first month just hoping to end up back in their beds sometime that night. It is an adjustment time and all things considered, such as where to study, which extra curricular activities to join, where to intern and to journal or not to journal.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5332/To-Journal-or-not-to-Journal-First-Year-Law-Students-Ponder-the-Question/ 2009-08-22 02:34:01 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5333/Digital-Forensic-Examiner/ Digital forensic examiners work with computers and data from computer storage and files. The also retrieve data from cell phones. Digital forensic examiners can find data that has been wiped off of the hard drive. An examiner can also locate where a virus is coming from if someone is attacking a computer system.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5333/Digital-Forensic-Examiner/ 2009-08-23 22:53:51 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5334/What-is-a-Forensic-Photographer-/ This article talks about the job of Forensic Photography, and the skills and education one must obtain to become part of a Forensic Team or operate as an independent Forensic Photographer. The work is closely related to police work and gathering of evidence at crime and accident scenes. Forensic Photographers are actually Crime Scene Investigators.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5334/What-is-a-Forensic-Photographer-/ 2009-08-23 22:59:14 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5335/Convicted-Bogus-Attorney-Sentenced-Extra-Two-Years/ After completing a seven year sentence for working as an attorney under false pretences, United States District Judge David O. Carter has sentenced a Newport Beach man to an additional two year prison sentence for committing the same crime and violating the terms of his release. According to officials, the additional two year sentence is the maximum allowed under the law.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5335/Convicted-Bogus-Attorney-Sentenced-Extra-Two-Years/ Christine Cristiano 2009-08-25 00:27:53 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5336/Skadden-Slashing-2010-Summer-Class-Size-by-Half/ Skadden Slashing 2010 Summer Class Size by HalfSupreme Court Names Sotomayor's Law ClerksCrowell & Moring Adds 7 to Environmental Group http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5336/Skadden-Slashing-2010-Summer-Class-Size-by-Half/ 2009-08-25 00:59:41 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5327/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Question:How do I know if a small firm is reputable? http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5327/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Carey Bertolet, Founding Managing Director, BCG Attorney Search, New York 2009-08-21 00:34:48 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5320/Lawyers-Give-Meaning-to-Life/ This article talks about the ''good'' side of the lawyer's life. There is so much pressure in this profession and in the end lawyers often receive the judgment to let them know whether they win or lose. No half way mark. Many of the cases handled by lawyers are by nature not always pointing to the positive side of life. Where's the meaning to life to be found?... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5320/Lawyers-Give-Meaning-to-Life/ 2009-08-19 01:56:26 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5321/John-N-Zarian-Recognized-as-Super-Lawyer-in-Intellectual-Property/ In 2007 John N. Zarian, Super Lawyer, opened his business doors as Zarian, Midgley, and Johnson, PLLC. This firm, established in 2007, is where John N. Zarian and other lawyers practice Intellectual Property Law. Super Lawyers selects the top five percent of lawyers in Idaho, Nevada, Utah, Montana, and Wyoming every year.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5321/John-N-Zarian-Recognized-as-Super-Lawyer-in-Intellectual-Property/ 2009-08-19 02:04:30 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5322/Carl-Oppedahl-and-his-firm-Oppedahl-Patent-Law-Firm-LLC-the-Patent-Lawyer-and-Intellectual-Property-Lawyer/ This article talks about two fields of law which are surviving the economic recession better than others. Intellectual Property Law and Patent Law is for the technically minded and really both are often done by firms who offer Patent Law. The firm of Oppedahl Patent Law Firm LLC discusses their work in Patent and Intellectual Property Law.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5322/Carl-Oppedahl-and-his-firm-Oppedahl-Patent-Law-Firm-LLC-the-Patent-Lawyer-and-Intellectual-Property-Lawyer/ 2009-08-19 02:09:12 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5323/Duke-University-â€"-Duke-Law-School-does-it-the-Duke-Way-/ This article talks about Duke Law School. Duke Law School underwent its reâ€"accreditation process in the spring of 2008. Duke Law School was praised for student and faculty quality, for its research centers, the facilities and clinical programs of outstanding measure. The Dean says it is these outstanding qualities he refers to as the ''Duke Way.''... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5323/Duke-University-â€"-Duke-Law-School-does-it-the-Duke-Way-/ 2009-08-19 02:15:10 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5324/Resume-Writing-for-Law-School-Students/ This article talks about the influence of a resume and the key points that really attract employers. Two law school graduates were recently bewildered and disturbed after getting an interview but not a call back for the second interview. It is a dilemma that is not uncommon to many hopeful job candidates. What happened and why?... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5324/Resume-Writing-for-Law-School-Students/ 2009-08-19 02:20:01 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5325/The-Patent-Agent-is-a-Legal-Staff-Position-and-Passing-the-Patent-Bar-Exam-is-required/ This article talks about the legal staff position of a Patent Agent. A Patent Agent does not need a legal degree but does need a background in technology such as computer science, electrical, mechanical engineering, or biotech education. The Patent Agent must take and pass the patent bar exam the same as patent attorneys.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5325/The-Patent-Agent-is-a-Legal-Staff-Position-and-Passing-the-Patent-Bar-Exam-is-required/ 2009-08-19 02:24:08 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5326/The-Virtual-Paralegal-Allows-Paralegals-to-Work-at-Home-or-Offsite/ Some legal firms need Virtual Paralegals to be on call for intermittent work. These duties can be performed by a company of paralegals online thus; they are called ''virtual'' paralegals. They can be independent contractors or they can be part of a Virtual Paralegal Service that has more than one paralegal available to do research or complete legal forms.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5326/The-Virtual-Paralegal-Allows-Paralegals-to-Work-at-Home-or-Offsite/ 2009-08-19 02:28:05 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5318/West-Palm-Beach-Legal-Assistant-Shot-in-Botched-Robbery-Attempt/ Legal assistant, Karen Amerita with the West Palm Beach law firm of Perry & Jensen was shot in the stairwell of the firms Executive Center Plaza office on August 7th at 8:42 am. According to West Palm Beach Police Detective, Don Leffew, Amerita was attacked from behind and her assailant demanded money. In what appears to be a ''botched'' robbery attempt, the man ran after the shot was fired and it is uncertain if he managed to steal any money or valuables.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5318/West-Palm-Beach-Legal-Assistant-Shot-in-Botched-Robbery-Attempt/ Christine Cristiano 2009-08-17 22:34:09 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5319/Baker-McKenzie-Profits-Down-17-/ Baker & McKenzie Profits Down 17%Pillsbury Cancels 2010 West Coast Summer Associates ProgramsTroutman Sanders Lawyers Form New Firm http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5319/Baker-McKenzie-Profits-Down-17-/ 2009-08-17 22:40:08 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5310/Changes-in-the-Economy-and-its-Influence-on-Law-Firms/ This article talks about the changes which have been created within Law Firms since the sluggish economy has grown over the past few years. Many firms had to make layoffs and others could not bring on new law student graduates. Firms did not grow as fast in 2008 as they did in 2007. One repercussion will be lower salaries in Law Firms, especially for new hires.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5310/Changes-in-the-Economy-and-its-Influence-on-Law-Firms/ 2009-08-10 22:04:06 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5311/Who-is-Joseph-D-Jamail-Jr-Outstanding-50-Year-Lawyer-Award/ This article talks about Joseph D. Jamail Jr., born to immigrants in 1925 in Houston Texas. He grew up to become a premier lawyer recognized internationally as the best personal injury trial attorney in the world. He also became one of the wealthiest men in the United States as a billionaire who gave generously to the school of his youth, The University of Texas.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5311/Who-is-Joseph-D-Jamail-Jr-Outstanding-50-Year-Lawyer-Award/ 2009-08-10 22:18:00 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5312/The-Bioethical-Attorney-An-Ancient-Issue-Appears-in-Law-Today/ This article talks about a very old issue that is coming into a very new light as science expands its boundaries. The article will discuss a Bioethical Attorney and the laws appearing to govern such matters as abortion, euthanasia, organ donation, and stem cell research.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5312/The-Bioethical-Attorney-An-Ancient-Issue-Appears-in-Law-Today/ 2009-08-10 22:22:46 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5313/University-of-California-Davis-School-of-Law/ This article talks about the UC Davis School of Law and it's beginning in the 1960's along with all the political changes and racial unrest. The students and faculty were impressed with the work of Martin Luther King during the sixties and as a whole they decided to name the first law school building the King Center after Dr. Martin Luther King.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5313/University-of-California-Davis-School-of-Law/ 2009-08-10 22:26:14 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5314/A-Look-at-the-Economy-and-its-Effects-on-the-Business-of-Law-and-Law-Schools/ This article talks about how the economic crisis has hit across the board in the auto industry, the banking industry, retail market, and real estate market. The economic downturn has also found its way through law firms and into law schools. Law schools are gearing up to survive the sluggish economy.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5314/A-Look-at-the-Economy-and-its-Effects-on-the-Business-of-Law-and-Law-Schools/ 2009-08-10 22:29:15 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5315/Debt-Law-and-the-Debt-Negotiator/ This article talks about the job of Debt Negotiator, and the principal duties and training required to be successful in the work. It is a challenging time economically and many have to work out a plan to defer, settle, or pay off liabilities incurred. Negotiating debt is done by Lawyers, Debt Agencies, Independent Debt Negotiators, and Corporations who have sold products or services on unsecured terms.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5315/Debt-Law-and-the-Debt-Negotiator/ 2009-08-10 22:32:29 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5316/Law-Firms-and-the-Help-Desk-Specialist/ This article talks about the legal staff position of a Help Desk Specialist in a Law Firm. The technology used in a law firm is constantly used to do business and most Law Firms have an established Help Desk Specialist who is on call to aid users when they have PC problems or if the managers or partners need help using video conferences.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5316/Law-Firms-and-the-Help-Desk-Specialist/ 2009-08-10 22:39:27 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5317/BLS-Legal-Industry-Lost-2-700-Jobs-in-July/ BLS: Legal Industry Lost 2,700 Jobs in JulyMintz Levin Lays Off Associates, StaffJackson Lewis Acquires Detroit's Rubin Shulman http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5317/BLS-Legal-Industry-Lost-2-700-Jobs-in-July/ 2009-08-10 22:45:59 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5308/Senior-Gates-Honored-by-American-Bar-Association/ The American Bar Association gave their highest honor to Bill Gate's father, attorney William H. Gates for his work in the legal field and his involvement in encouraging attorneys to perform pro bono work for the disadvantaged.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5308/Senior-Gates-Honored-by-American-Bar-Association/ Christine Cristiano 2009-08-08 04:41:03 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5309/Setfarth-Shaw-Cancels-2010-Summer-Program/ Setfarth Shaw Cancels 2010 Summer ProgramBradley Arant Cuts 35 StaffHolland & Knight Cuts Compensation http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5309/Setfarth-Shaw-Cancels-2010-Summer-Program/ 2009-08-08 04:46:38 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5347/LawCrossing-com-is-Partnering-with-Law-Schools-to-provide-Free-Job-Opportunities-to-Law-Students/ LawCrossing.com is Partnering with Law Schools to provide Free Job Opportunities to Law Students http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5347/LawCrossing-com-is-Partnering-with-Law-Schools-to-provide-Free-Job-Opportunities-to-Law-Students/ 2009-09-02 05:26:37 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5307/Virginia-Law-Firm-Home-to-Eight-of-the-2010-Best-lawyers-in-America/ Eight attorneys from the Virginia based law firm of Allen, Allen, Allen & Allen have been named Best Lawyers in America in the 2010 edition of the publication. The eight honored attorneys consist of Personal Injury Litigators, Edward L. Allen of Fredericksburg, VA; George E. Allen, III, W. Coleman Allen, Jr., Douglas A. Barry and P. Christopher Guedri and Medical Malpractice Lawyers Jason W. Konvicka and Malcolm P. McConnell all of Richmond, VA. Matthew B. Murray specializing in Legal Malprac... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5307/Virginia-Law-Firm-Home-to-Eight-of-the-2010-Best-lawyers-in-America/ Christine Cristiano 2009-08-05 23:35:36 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5300/Making-the-Most-of-Your-Legal-Career-and-Home-Life/ This article talks about a professional woman who has made her life in the medical research field with a family be successful. How do women of law make their chosen legal career work with respect to children and spouses? Many women find that it is difficult to be a lawyer, a mom, and a wife. There just doesn't seem to be enough hours in the day.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5300/Making-the-Most-of-Your-Legal-Career-and-Home-Life/ 2009-08-03 23:00:37 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5301/President-Barack-Obama-Roots-as-a-Civil-Attorney/ President Barack Obama has legal roots as many political men and women do. Obama graduated from Harvard Law and was the President of the Harvard Law Review while a student. Obama practiced as a civil attorney and taught at the University of Chicago Law School before he began his political career.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5301/President-Barack-Obama-Roots-as-a-Civil-Attorney/ 2009-08-03 23:11:47 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5302/Asbestos-Litigation-Attorneys/ This article talks about Asbestos Litigation Attorneys and the impact their mass torts have had on eradicating the exposure to the everyday worker. The longest recorded mass tort to date is against asbestos. The Asbestos Litigation Attorneys are the ones who champion a client's recovery from the physical damage done by this toxic element.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5302/Asbestos-Litigation-Attorneys/ 2009-08-03 23:18:33 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5303/University-of-Chicago-Law-School/ This article talks about the University Of Chicago Law School established in 1902 which has been ranked #6 in the nation by US World & News Report. President Barack Obama was on the staff as a lecturer there for 12 years and the school is known for its outstanding course work in Law and Economics.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5303/University-of-Chicago-Law-School/ 2009-08-03 23:52:46 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5304/How-Law-Schools-are-Ranked/ This article talks about how Law Schools are ranked and how they are ranked specifically by U.S. News and World Report. There have been questions about the validity of the Law School Rankings. Several companies are in the business of ranking the law schools each year. This article will consider the ranking methods used by one specific source of rankings.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5304/How-Law-Schools-are-Ranked/ 2009-08-03 23:57:32 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5305/Legal-Document-Specialist/ This article talks about the Legal Document Specialist who is employed to offset an attorney's legal fees. A Legal Document Specialist specifically prepares documents for filing in a court such as divorce papers, estate planning and pet trust documents. They do not give legal advice but they ensure your documents are completed and filed accurately.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5305/Legal-Document-Specialist/ 2009-08-04 00:08:19 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5306/Asbestos-Paralegals-A-More-Highly-Paid-Professional/ This article talks about Asbestos Paralegals working in a field of Law that has been consistently busy for the last 30 years. Asbestos Attorneys are busy and need support in their mass torte cases where attorneys carry a group of clients. Asbestos Paralegals perform much of the attorney's job with the exception of advising clients and arguing client cases in court.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5306/Asbestos-Paralegals-A-More-Highly-Paid-Professional/ 2009-08-04 00:12:29 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5298/Philadelphia-Lawyer-Facing-Jail-Sentence-for-Theft/ In yet another case involving the misappropriation of client's funds, Philadelphia attorney, Ralph Mirarchi, 69, received a 4 1/4 to 8 1/2 years prison sentence for stealing almost $1 million from two of his clients from investments he was handling on their behalf. However, Mirarchi's wife reneged on the deal arranged with the assistant district attorney to help reimburse her husband's victims so Mirarchi will serve the maximum of his 8 1/2 years sentence.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5298/Philadelphia-Lawyer-Facing-Jail-Sentence-for-Theft/ Christine Cristiano 2009-07-31 00:49:23 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5299/How-an-Attorney-Spends-Their-Day/ How an attorney spends their day can vary immensely depending on what type of law they are practicing. Each area of law has different priorities and responsibilities that lawyers need to focus on. While most of us picture sensationalized trials as shown on television series like Boston Legal or Matlock most attorneys spend much of their time communicating, dictating, planning and traveling.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5299/How-an-Attorney-Spends-Their-Day/ Silas Reed 2009-07-31 20:07:24 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5295/Texas-Announces-Jacob-s-Law/ The state of Texas has answered the call for the safe transportation of children in daycare thanks to Jacob's Law. The new law was named after 4 year-old Jacob Adams who died of heatstroke after he was accidentally left inside a daycare van in July 2006. Jacob was left in the daycare van and upon his death, employees were instructed by daycare owner, Blynithia Washington, to remove his body from the van, and take it to a nearby park. Washington also instructed her employees not to call 911. I... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5295/Texas-Announces-Jacob-s-Law/ Christine Cristiano 2009-07-28 22:39:49 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5296/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Question:Is the summer a good time to apply for a job or should I wait for the fall hiring season to begin? If so, when does that begin? I'm concerned that I'm not being active enough with my job search during the summer months, but I don't want to submit my resume to a dead market.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5296/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Danice Kowalczyk, Esq.Managing Director, BCG Attorney Search, New York City 2009-07-29 02:54:24 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5297/Major-Layoffs-Hit-Dechert/ Major Layoffs Hit DechertArizona AG Lays Off 29Pinsent PPP Down, Confirms Layoffs http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5297/Major-Layoffs-Hit-Dechert/ 2009-07-29 03:12:54 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5288/How-is-a-New-Graduate-s-Salary-Determined-in-the-Economic-Crisis-/ This article talks about ways law firms are adjusting to today's economic conditions and salaries paid to new graduates. Of course many firms have experienced lay offs in response and others have placed new lawyers into pro bono work with their pro bono clients and reimbursed the nonâ€"profit organization for the new hire. Many creative plans have surfaced but there are other economics behind the salaries.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5288/How-is-a-New-Graduate-s-Salary-Determined-in-the-Economic-Crisis-/ 2009-07-27 22:06:09 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5289/Ginny-Mikita-Honored-as-one-of-Michigan-s-Top-10-Lawyers-with-Passion/ This article talks about Ginny K. Mikita, who several years after law school went into a law firm in Michigan where she practiced animal law and eventually created two amendments to animal law in Michigan. During her years at the firm she was honored as one of the Top 10 Lawyers in Michigan in 1998 for her work with cases in animal rights law.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5289/Ginny-Mikita-Honored-as-one-of-Michigan-s-Top-10-Lawyers-with-Passion/ 2009-07-27 22:18:17 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5290/Animal-Rights-Lawyer-Shannon-Keith-the-Animal-Avenger/ This article talks about animal rights lawyers and featuring a key attorney presence in animal right law, Shannon Keith. This article presents actions being taken by attorneys to speak for the animals and ensure care for abandoned, homeless, and ''dangerous'' dogs through the law. Lewis & Clark Law School in Portland, Oregon provides a special concentration in animal rights law.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5290/Animal-Rights-Lawyer-Shannon-Keith-the-Animal-Avenger/ 2009-07-27 22:23:29 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5291/Lewis-Clark-Law-School-The-leader-in-Animal-Law-Studies/ This article talks about a unique Law School that offers a program in Animal Rights and has built a Center for Animal Law Studies. The Lewis & Clark Law School has led the way for animal law since the 1990s. It currently provides a comprehensive program in the study of animal law.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5291/Lewis-Clark-Law-School-The-leader-in-Animal-Law-Studies/ 2009-07-27 22:31:10 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5292/Student-Animal-Legal-Defense-Fund/ This article talks about the Student Animal Legal Defense Fund, available to law school students who are interested in animal law or who are passionate advocates for animal law. This is a review of the Student Chapter activities of the Animal Legal Defense Fund which are set up on Law School campuses across the nation.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5292/Student-Animal-Legal-Defense-Fund/ 2009-07-27 22:34:17 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5293/Mail-Copy-Clerk/ This article talks about Law Firms combining jobs as they work to reduce overhead expenses. Two such jobs are the Mail Clerk and Copy Clerk positions. The mail clerk is responsible for receiving and mailing out correspondence and the Copy Clerk does large copy projects for attorneys in the firm.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5293/Mail-Copy-Clerk/ 2009-07-27 22:37:00 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5294/Controller-A-Manager-Who-Can-Roll-Up-His-Sleeves-to-Get-Work-Done/ This article talks about the Controller staff position within a legal firm. A Controller provides the information needed by the firm's Chief Financial Officer for financial reporting and cash management. The Controller in a firm oversees all the accounting functions in the firm. A controller manages and rolls up his sleeves to get work done.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5294/Controller-A-Manager-Who-Can-Roll-Up-His-Sleeves-to-Get-Work-Done/ 2009-07-27 22:40:50 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5279/Eckert-Seamans-Lays-Off-90-Attorneys/ Eckert Seamans Lays Off 90 AttorneysWeil Gotshal to Defer Summer Associates to 2012LA County Superior Courts Shut Courtrooms, Furlough Employees http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5279/Eckert-Seamans-Lays-Off-90-Attorneys/ 2009-07-20 22:33:55 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5280/Atlanta-Lawyer-Pleads-Guilty-to-Wire-Fraud/ Another prominent lawyer is facing charges and up to 20 years in prison for stealing more than $2 million from his friends, colleagues and fellow church members across three states. http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5280/Atlanta-Lawyer-Pleads-Guilty-to-Wire-Fraud/ Christine Cristiano 2009-07-20 23:03:28 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5281/Women-in-Law/ This article talks about the decades women have been in the profession of Law. The first woman attended law school in 1869 in the United States and we will take a look at the progression of the practice in relationship to women. What place do women hold in the law profession today?... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5281/Women-in-Law/ 2009-07-20 23:07:11 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5282/Bruce-Edge-Selected-as-Super-Lawyer-for-Work-as-a-DUI-Defense-Attorney/ This article talks about Bruce Edge, a Board Certified DUI Defense Attorney. He practices in Tulsa and is only 1 of 2 certified DUI attorneys in the state of Oklahoma. Attorney Bruce Edge often teaches other attorneys about DUI law and the defense techniques used in court. He has been named Super Lawyer for his work as a DUI Defense Attorney.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5282/Bruce-Edge-Selected-as-Super-Lawyer-for-Work-as-a-DUI-Defense-Attorney/ 2009-07-20 23:21:27 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5283/Andrew-Jaffe-Internet-Law-Practicing-the-Law-of-Cyberspace/ This article talks about Internet Law as one of the newer law fields in the legal practice. There are an increasing number of attorneys committed solely to the laws of the internet. Andrew Jaffe exclusively practices cyberspace law and hails from Fairlawn, Ohio where is has been practicing in cyberspace law since the CAN-SPAM Act of 2003 passed.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5283/Andrew-Jaffe-Internet-Law-Practicing-the-Law-of-Cyberspace/ 2009-07-20 23:27:52 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5284/Center-for-Women-in-Law-University-Of-Texas-School-Of-Law/ The fragile balancing women lawyers do between family and profession and the tough barriers they face in career advancement are issues on which the Center for Women in Law is focusing. This Center for Women in Law at the University Of Texas School Of Law hopes to uncover and deliver answers to the long lived issues for women.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5284/Center-for-Women-in-Law-University-Of-Texas-School-Of-Law/ 2009-07-20 23:37:06 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5285/Work-While-Going-to-Law-School/ This article talks about the restrictions set by the American Bar Association for student hours that can be worked while in Law School. It is helpful for law students to gain experience that can improve their resumes upon graduation. Chapman University School of Law in California provides a list of firms and businesses who offer part-time work to their law students.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5285/Work-While-Going-to-Law-School/ 2009-07-20 23:44:47 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5286/Divorce-Paralegals-an-Alternative/ This article talks about couples in the midst of divorce looking for a financial alternative to getting a divorce. The Divorce Paralegal can offer the assistance needed in filing divorce forms if the client doesn't mind representing himself in court. Many times lawyers use Divorce Paralegals to prepare the paperwork to reduce costs. However, you can find freelance paralegals to file the divorce forms on your behalf.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5286/Divorce-Paralegals-an-Alternative/ 2009-07-20 23:51:19 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5287/Adoption-Paralegals/ This article talks about Adoption Paralegals who work under the direct supervision of adoption attorneys to assist with the processing of adoptions and family law. Adoption Paralegals are certified and have membership with the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA). These qualifications lead to better paying positions within the legal profession.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5287/Adoption-Paralegals/ 2009-07-21 00:01:37 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5278/Federal-Prosecutors-in-Lawyer-Fraud-Case-Recommend-145-Year-Sentence/ If federal prosecutors have their way, prominent New York lawyer, Marc S. Dreier will receive a hefty sentence of 145 years for his scheme in which he overâ€"billed clients and investors $400 million. http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5278/Federal-Prosecutors-in-Lawyer-Fraud-Case-Recommend-145-Year-Sentence/ Christine Cristiano 2009-07-16 23:32:43 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5276/Working-in-Labor-Law/ Employment Law (or Labor Law) is the subdivision of law practice that includes all the relationships between employers and employees, excluding any negotiation process that is managed through collective bargaining.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5276/Working-in-Labor-Law/ Silas Reed 2009-07-16 19:03:14 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5277/Careers-in-Intellectual-Property-Law/ Intellectual property (IP) is a bundle of rights held over either artistic or commercial creation. http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5277/Careers-in-Intellectual-Property-Law/ Silas Reed 2009-07-16 19:07:52 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5268/DLA-Piper-Lays-Off-121/ DLA Piper Lays Off 121Eckert Seamans Lays Off 90 AttorneysHogan & Hartson Lays Off 30 Senior Associates http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5268/DLA-Piper-Lays-Off-121/ 2009-07-13 23:39:16 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5269/New-York-State-Bar-Association-has-an-Outstanding-Website-for-Attorneys/ The New York State bar Association knows what their professionals need and make it available through a comprehensive website. The site is built to inform, update and help attorneys promote their business. It connects them to information from the health plans available to current events in the news important to the legal profession.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5269/New-York-State-Bar-Association-has-an-Outstanding-Website-for-Attorneys/ 2009-07-13 23:51:51 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5270/Attorney-Dennis-M-O-Hara-A-Super-Lawyer-in-Florida/ Dennis M. O'Hara was awarded to Super Lawyer status in 2006, 2007 and 2008. He practices in Fort Lauderdale, Florida with specialties in Aviation Law, Medical Malpractice and Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Law. Attorney O'Hara has an ''AV'' rating from Martindaleâ€"Hubbell; it is the highest rating given to attorneys and consultants. He has also been selected one of the ''Top Lawyers'' in Florida. ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5270/Attorney-Dennis-M-O-Hara-A-Super-Lawyer-in-Florida/ 2009-07-13 23:58:38 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5271/Brian-Hill-Aviation-Lawyer/ Brian Hill has worked in the field of Aviation Law since the mid 1980's when he was put on a retainer by Associated Aviation Underwriters. Associated is one of the largest insurance carriers for aviation and Brian Hill was retained by the Underwriters to litigate cases that were some of the most significant in the southeast of the United States.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5271/Brian-Hill-Aviation-Lawyer/ 2009-07-14 00:03:38 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5272/Villanova-University-of-Law/ Villanova University of Law is the first churchâ€"owned law school to be awarded a chapter of the Order of the Coif. Coif is the national honor society dedicated to high legal scholarship. Villanova University was founded more than 150 years ago by the Augustinians, a prominent Roman Catholic teaching order.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5272/Villanova-University-of-Law/ 2009-07-14 00:07:55 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5273/Learning-Attending-Behaviors-and-Effective-Listening-in-Law-School/ Law Students receive a great deal of lawyering skills for the courtroom. There are some other skills students learn which might not seem as crucial when all efforts are focused on moot courts, classes and clinics. Law Students need to understand the benefit of effective listening and attending behaviors to provide good customer service during the initial client contact.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5273/Learning-Attending-Behaviors-and-Effective-Listening-in-Law-School/ 2009-07-14 00:15:04 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5274/Forensic-Meteorologist-Forecasted-to-be-a-Good-Paying-Profession/ Forensic Meteorologists can be expert witnesses who give testimony for civil investigations cases involving weather conditions. Meteorologists also provide expert witness for cases that involve air quality modeling for the insurance industry. Murder cases are the most unlikely cases to be solved by meteorology but that is the second reason meteorologist experts are used as expert witnesses. ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5274/Forensic-Meteorologist-Forecasted-to-be-a-Good-Paying-Profession/ 2009-07-14 00:18:50 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5275/Criminal-Justice-Part-Time-Adjunct-Faculty/ Part-time teaching positions as adjunct faculty in Criminal Justice are showing up often in the job market. It is currently a part-time work position but as the field of Criminal Justice grows so will the faculty positions. Teaching in a university or college requires a master's degree and many times ''equivalent work'' in the field of Criminal Justice can substitute for a master's degree in part-time positions.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5275/Criminal-Justice-Part-Time-Adjunct-Faculty/ 2009-07-14 00:22:02 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5266/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Question:I am an associate at a big firm, who has just finished my 8th year. I was told in my last review that due to the economy, I wouldn't be up for partner for another several years. Confidentially, one of my partners has decided to leave the firm and start her own boutique firm and has asked me to join her. She has offered me partnership in her new firm and estimates that I will be compensated the same, if not more. Should I accept this new opportunity or is it t... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5266/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Caroline Lee 2009-07-10 23:47:03 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5267/DLA-Piper-Confirms-Lay-Offs/ After rumours of more lay offs, the law firm of DLA Piper confirmed today that the firm has laid off 100 staff and 21 associates; the lay offs are concentrated in the U.S. offices only. To date, DLA Piper has laid off 440 attorneys and staff across the US and UK. In February, 80 associates and 110 staff members received their walking papers. In a move to further reduce costs, in May the firm initiated a 20% salary cut for associates based on their hours but changed the plan by reducing the pa... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5267/DLA-Piper-Confirms-Lay-Offs/ Christine Cristiano 2009-07-10 23:53:00 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5264/Arkansas-and-Michigan-Enact-New-Laws/ Despite the publicity surrounding Michael Jackson's funeral, lawmakers have been busy across the nation creating more law to ensure the safety and peace of mind of its citizens. http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5264/Arkansas-and-Michigan-Enact-New-Laws/ Christine Cristiano 2009-07-08 23:58:58 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5265/Ropes-Gray-Defers-2009-Summer-Associates-to-2011/ Ropes & Gray Defers 2009 Summer Associates to 2011Ruden McClosky Lays Off 8 AssociatesBlank Rome Cuts Starting Associate Salaries http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5265/Ropes-Gray-Defers-2009-Summer-Associates-to-2011/ 2009-07-09 00:06:44 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5257/Attorneys-and-Relaxation-How-You-Can-Focus-and-Be-at-Your-Best/ This article talks about attorneys and relaxation. These two words almost seem contradictory at first sight, but actually they are not. Many attorneys are learning to relax to combat the stress that is the legal life. These are the lawyers who like to gain control of their legal lives as opposed to their legal life controlling them.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5257/Attorneys-and-Relaxation-How-You-Can-Focus-and-Be-at-Your-Best/ 2009-07-06 23:03:56 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5258/Attorney-Roy-Black-A-Trial-Attorney-Setting-Young-Lives-in-the-Right-Direction/ This article talks about Roy Black, an outstanding trial lawyer in Miami, Florida. He has spent time working as a trial lawyer for indigents and has defended newsworthy cases that include representation of Rush Limbaugh for alleged abuse of prescription pain medication. He represented William Kennedy Smith when charged with rape in Florida in 1991.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5258/Attorney-Roy-Black-A-Trial-Attorney-Setting-Young-Lives-in-the-Right-Direction/ 2009-07-06 23:12:43 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5259/Special-Education-Attorney-A-Child-s-Rights-to-an-Education/ This article talks about a Special Education Attorney who can speak for the child when a school program is not appropriate for the type of handicap diagnosed. Who can speak for these children? The attorney must know the education law well but this attorney does not make as much as other attorneys. So why does he do it?... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5259/Special-Education-Attorney-A-Child-s-Rights-to-an-Education/ 2009-07-06 23:16:24 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5260/The-University-of-Miami-School-of-Law/ This article talks about one of the largest Law Schools in the south, second only to Texas, which offers students a legal education in international and comparative law, environmental law, business and taxation, intellectual property, public interest and constitutional. Miami School of Law has a great history since its beginning in 1926.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5260/The-University-of-Miami-School-of-Law/ 2009-07-06 23:18:24 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5261/Burnout-is-not-for-the-Well-Prepared-Law-Student/ There are several key problems a law student might encounter during the course of law school. Financial stress is major for many while stress from studies can be overwhelming for others. Burnout from too much stress does not have to be a problem for law students who have a balanced life, know how to set priorities, and also how to manage their money and time.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5261/Burnout-is-not-for-the-Well-Prepared-Law-Student/ 2009-07-06 23:22:41 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5262/Law-Librarian-It-takes-a-Village-of-Librarians-to-Make-a-Law-School-Library-Work/ This article talks about the Law Librarian positions available in Law School Libraries. The staff for Law Libraries is hired on campuses of every law school. The focus of most Law Schools is their Legal Library and it is often so large and complete it is opened to the public for study and research. Primary users are the law students, faculty and staff.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5262/Law-Librarian-It-takes-a-Village-of-Librarians-to-Make-a-Law-School-Library-Work/ 2009-07-06 23:26:03 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5263/Database-Trainer/ This article talks about the unique job in firms today entitled Database Trainer. The Database Trainer must have double skills, first in litigation support and second in IT support and legal software. The Database Trainer will be training and supporting company staff on legal software used by the company.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5263/Database-Trainer/ 2009-07-06 23:35:01 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5256/Michael-Jackson-s-Doctor-Hires-Houston-Law-Firm/ Dr. Conrad Murray, the doctor who claims he was present when Michael Jackson passed on, has reportedly hired the Houston law firm of Stradley, Chernoff & Alford. According to William M. Stradley, a partner with the firm, cardiologist Dr. Murray, has hired his firm to represent him. Dr. Murray is a witness to the passing of Jackson but isn't considered a suspect and is not being targeted. Dr. Murray was with the pop star on Thursday when he became ill.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5256/Michael-Jackson-s-Doctor-Hires-Houston-Law-Firm/ Christine Cristiano 2009-07-04 02:27:39 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5255/Study-Reveals-Georgia-Low-Income-Earners-Face-Legal-Woes/ According to a study released by The Georgia Bar Association, sixty percent of Georgia's residents with low to moderate incomes will require advice related to civil legal problems, such as foreclosures or divorce proceedings, at least once annually. However the majority will not seek proper legal counsel and will try to resolve the issue on their own. The study also revealed that consumer problems including housing, health, family law, employment and 'abusive' contract terms were the most com... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5255/Study-Reveals-Georgia-Low-Income-Earners-Face-Legal-Woes/ Christine Cristiano 2009-07-01 00:08:18 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5246/Missouri-Cuts-Five-Administrative-Law-Judges-from-Department/ On June 18th, it was announced that five administrative law judges would see job cuts in Missouri. The five law judges presided over workers compensation cases. Out of the five lay-offs, four of the job cuts were seniority-based and one position will not be filled following the retirement of one judge. Two of the judges are from Jefferson City, one in St. Louis and the other in Cape Girardeau.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5246/Missouri-Cuts-Five-Administrative-Law-Judges-from-Department/ Christine Cristiano 2009-06-29 21:54:32 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5247/Dykema-Cuts-17-Attorneys-30-Staff/ Dykema Cuts 17 Attorneys, 30 StaffDLA Piper Cuts 22 in Middle EastVenable Cuts Compensation for All Lawyers & Staff http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5247/Dykema-Cuts-17-Attorneys-30-Staff/ 2009-06-29 22:11:44 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5248/LawCash-helps-Clients-Turn-down-Low-Settlements-and-Gives-Attorneys-Time-to-Litigate-for-a-Better-Resolution/ This article talks about LawCash, which is owned by Dennis Shields and Harvey Hirschfel. , Their finance firm makes a commitment to attorneys and their plaintiffs by lending money for lawsuits. They back up structured settlements, the cost of the case, and financing for law firms. LawCash is a reputable finance company and they have been featured in the national media like The New York Times.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5248/LawCash-helps-Clients-Turn-down-Low-Settlements-and-Gives-Attorneys-Time-to-Litigate-for-a-Better-Resolution/ 2009-06-30 00:20:33 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5249/Attorney-Aretha-Blake-Advocate-for-Children-s-Rights/ This article talks about Attorney Aretha Blake who was honored as an outstanding citizen lawyer for her efforts above and beyond her law practice. Her work in the community on the Council for Children's Rights as a volunteer was recognized. Blake's philosophy of discipline is that it is handed down consistently as she advocates in disciplinary hearings for teenagers.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5249/Attorney-Aretha-Blake-Advocate-for-Children-s-Rights/ 2009-06-30 00:28:19 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5250/Social-Security-Disability-Attorney/ This article talks about the Social Security Disability Attorney and how he prepares for a disability hearing to win. What are your chances of having a Disability Attorney to represent you? What are there fees? Social Security Disability is many times a tough case to win as witnessed by disabled people who have applied and been denied.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5250/Social-Security-Disability-Attorney/ 2009-06-30 00:34:02 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5251/Charleston-School-of-Law-Focuses-on-Public-Law-Since-1825/ The Charleston School of Law has a historical beginning in 1825. The School of Law is one of the earliest schools established in American History. The school was born from a Forensic Club which met for the purpose of giving lectures on law. In 1826 The Forensic Club provided lectures in the law and that is when the South's earliest law school began classes.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5251/Charleston-School-of-Law-Focuses-on-Public-Law-Since-1825/ 2009-06-30 00:36:49 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5252/American-Bar-Association-ABA-Student-Law-Division/ This article talks about benefits the American Bar Association offers to students in their Student Law Division. There are opportunities for networking meetings, scholarships and career development opportunities that are part of the ABA Student Law Division. Recently the ABA has announced health insurance coverage availability to students during school and up to one year after graduation.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5252/American-Bar-Association-ABA-Student-Law-Division/ 2009-06-30 00:40:56 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5253/Workers-Compensation-Legal-Secretary/ This article talks about Law Firms who have the need for a Workers Compensation Legal Secretary and tells exactly what the job requires. A Workers Compensation Legal Secretary must have familiarity with all facets of workers' compensation practice, and a working knowledge of medical terminology. All this and experience as a Legal Secretary will put you on the candidate list to become a Workers Compensation Legal Secretary. ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5253/Workers-Compensation-Legal-Secretary/ 2009-06-30 00:45:12 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5254/Discovery-Paralegal-At-the-Heart-of-the-Case/ This article talks about the Discovery Paralegal. Discovery happens before the trial begins. It is the time when all parties investigate the facts of the case so there is a clear understanding of witnesses and their testimonies and any details pertaining to the case. It is also the time to explore the other side's facts and predict the litigation strategies.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5254/Discovery-Paralegal-At-the-Heart-of-the-Case/ 2009-06-30 00:49:22 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5244/Tax-Attorney/ A legal expert on the laws of taxation is known as tax attorney. Many law schools offer a master's degree in this field, as it requires a high level of education. The name of the degree is J.D. or Juris Doctorate and it is earned through law school. Law schools require general knowledge in many fields, so most any background will help you gain acceptance.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5244/Tax-Attorney/ Silas Reed 2009-06-29 13:11:59 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5245/Understanding-Labor-Law-Jobs/ The use of labor laws and regulations in a workplace is a new phenomenon today. In the late nineteenth century labor laws become more common and grown rapidly in the twentieth century. The number of hours en employee works and the minimum payment they must receive is regulated by these labor laws. Safety precautions for employees and employers are likewise enforced through such laws.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5245/Understanding-Labor-Law-Jobs/ Silas Reed 2009-06-29 13:20:59 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5242/Skills-Needed-to-Be-a-Paralegal/ If you are looking for a way that you can work at home, one legal profession to consider working as a paralegal. Where many other legal jobs require a lot of work outside of the home, a job as a paralegal can allow you to work from home. If you think that you might be interested in this perk of a career as a paralegal, read on to find what skills are necessary to becoming a paralegal.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5242/Skills-Needed-to-Be-a-Paralegal/ Silas Reed 2009-06-25 18:44:10 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5243/What-Does-a-Paralegal-do/ When choosing a career, many people are attracted to the legal field for the possibility of having a job that's exciting and dramatic. But, many shy away from the field as a whole, because the thought of seven years of law school can be intimidating. However, what many do not realize is that you do not have to become a lawyer to enjoy a career in the legal field. The supporting role of a paralegal can be just as interesting, but requires far less schooling!... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5243/What-Does-a-Paralegal-do/ Silas Reed 2009-06-25 18:50:37 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5235/A-Look-at-Lawyers-as-Mentors-Today-and-Yesterday/ A Mentor is one who allows a Protege to come under his/her tutelage so the Protege can move ever closer to his professional goal. This is accomplished through their working relationship and the two involved must interact, responding to the needs each wish to satisfy through the Mentor/Protege cooperative. This was a very common method of learning the art of lawyering before billable time.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5235/A-Look-at-Lawyers-as-Mentors-Today-and-Yesterday/ 2009-06-22 23:36:49 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5236/Attorney-Patricia-Roberts-Harris-Unsung-Hero-for-Public-Service/ This article talks about Attorney Patricia Roberts Harris who became acquainted with Robert Kennedy and they began a friendship during his appointment as attorney general. Three years later, 1963, she accepted the appointment of co-chairman of the National Women's Committee for Civil Rights bestowed by her friend, President John F. Kennedy. ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5236/Attorney-Patricia-Roberts-Harris-Unsung-Hero-for-Public-Service/ 2009-06-22 23:40:36 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5237/Lawyers-Who-Practice-Elder-Law/ These articles talk about Elder Law and the seniors whose plan is to age at home or a nursing home and protect assets. Protecting assets means estate planning, tax law and perhaps some trust planning. Also, seniors are thinking about getting their health care and life insurance packages in line so there will be minimal expenses in the future years. Seniors want a lawyer who understands the needs they have at this age.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5237/Lawyers-Who-Practice-Elder-Law/ 2009-06-22 23:46:55 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5238/Howard-University-School-of-Law-Leader-in-Political-Rights-Training/ This article talks about Howard University, and how in 1867 it was first chartered by the U.S. Congress to offer education to Afro*Americans and other minorities as a private institution in Washington D.C. In 1869 the Howard University School of Law opened its doors to train lawyers to protect the new found rights of African-American Citizens.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5238/Howard-University-School-of-Law-Leader-in-Political-Rights-Training/ 2009-06-22 23:51:10 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5239/Hispanic-Law-Students-honor-a-former-Graduate-with-the-Graciela-Olivarez-Award/ This article talks about the prestigious Graciela Olivarez Award and the recipient in the current yea, to be given the honor. Graciela Olivarez was the first woman and first Hispanic student to graduate from Notre Dame Law School. Every year the Award is bestowed upon a Hispanic lawyer or judge who carries on the Olivarez commitment to community service.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5239/Hispanic-Law-Students-honor-a-former-Graduate-with-the-Graciela-Olivarez-Award/ 2009-06-22 23:56:55 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5240/Conflict-Management-Specialists/ A Conflict Management Specialist holds a four year degree and the majors are not always specified for the degree. Sometimes the company requests prior legal experience in Conflict Management with skills in writing and communication. This position has become popular and training is now being offered by training companies and universities.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5240/Conflict-Management-Specialists/ 2009-06-23 00:00:15 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5241/Legal-Proofreaders/ In today's market any job in a law firm that provides enough work can often be done by outside resources. Then, some firms find it more advantageous to keep the work in-house. Proofreading is one of those jobs and today the proofreader is needed as much as ever in a law firm that produces lots of legal forms and documents.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5241/Legal-Proofreaders/ 2009-06-23 00:03:36 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5215/Paralegal-Certification-Requirements/ The paralegal field is constantly growing, which means more and more people are interested in attending school for this career. Many of the people that are looking into schooling to become a paralegal are generally working adults who are looking for a career change. Because of this, there is the need for online courses, as a lot of the working adults do not have the flexible time needed to attend a more traditional school.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5215/Paralegal-Certification-Requirements/ Silas Reed 2009-06-22 11:20:37 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5216/How-to-Start-Work-as-a-Freelance-Paralegal/ When you are performing any type of job, you want to be sure that you can get started in the right way, and at the right time. Getting started early is important, because it will help you build a career that you can be proud of. There are many ways that you can get started with work as a freelance paralegal.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5216/How-to-Start-Work-as-a-Freelance-Paralegal/ Silas Reed 2009-06-22 11:24:30 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5217/How-to-Become-a-Private-Detective/ You might find that doing work from home just isn't cutting it. Sure, there are a lots of ads that tell you that you can be emotionally and financially fulfilled when you are working from home, but the truth of the matter is you are not going to get a lot of the satisfaction and enjoyment that you might get out of a job that is more exciting. Why not think about becoming a private detective?... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5217/How-to-Become-a-Private-Detective/ Silas Reed 2009-06-22 11:27:22 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5218/How-to-Investigate-Court-Stenographer-Schools/ After looking through all of the various jobs that are within the court, you have finally decided that you want to be a court stenographer. This is a great career choice, but one that requires a lot of training and patience. Since a deposition from a court trail can be long and complex, it is vital to make sure that you have the patience, the listening skills, and the knowledge to be able to do the job correctly. A lot is riding on whether or not you are able to do your job correctly, so this... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5218/How-to-Investigate-Court-Stenographer-Schools/ Silas Reed 2009-06-22 16:54:31 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5219/How-to-Become-a-Police-Liaison-Officer/ With so many people seeing the benefits of becoming involved with law enforcement, it is no wonder that more and more people are seeking out how to achieve such great careers. But what is a police liaison officer? This is an officer of the law whose assignment is to act as liaison for the police department and a particular community. Before becoming a police officer liaison, one must first become a regular police officer. Each and every police department has requirements of their own for thei... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5219/How-to-Become-a-Police-Liaison-Officer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-22 16:58:43 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5220/How-to-Become-a-Polygraph-Examiner/ There are many different ways to become a polygraph examiner. Being able to know when someone is telling a lie and to know when someone is cheating on the exam are just two of the many skills that will need to mastering when looking to become a polygraph examiner.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5220/How-to-Become-a-Polygraph-Examiner/ Silas Reed 2009-06-22 17:01:38 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5221/How-Long-Does-It-Take-to-Become-a-Criminal-Lawyer/ When learning about the law, there is without a doubt going to be a lot of years spent learning all of the aspects of it. The criminal world and the laws that attorneys have to know in order to deal with the situation are huge and numerous. Know that while this is a career that can be very rewarding, it is also one that takes a lot of work and preparation. There are many routes that a person can take in order to eventually practice as a lawyer that specializes in criminal law.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5221/How-Long-Does-It-Take-to-Become-a-Criminal-Lawyer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-22 17:05:18 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5222/How-to-Become-a-Divorce-Attorney/ When it comes to being an attorney, you have to first realize that there is a lot of hard work to face. Whether it is the schooling, the internships, or the career as a lawyer, you are always going to be busy. Of course, the busier you are as an attorney the better. Attorneys that do not have a lot to do during the day are not very successful. The attorneys that have so much work that there is not enough time in the day are the ones that make the good money and are the most successful in thei... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5222/How-to-Become-a-Divorce-Attorney/ Silas Reed 2009-06-22 17:08:34 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5223/How-Does-a-Criminal-Lawyer-Spend-a-Workday/ When many people think of a lawyer that specializes in criminal cases they think of the courtroom. Even though there can be a lot of exciting days within a court room, this is not all an attorney does. The law is a complex system, and it requires a lot of knowledge and research. Because of this there is a lot for an attorney to do when they are not in the courtroom. With the amount of preparation required, a criminal lawyer may find himself or herself taking files and other work home to work ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5223/How-Does-a-Criminal-Lawyer-Spend-a-Workday/ Silas Reed 2009-06-22 17:13:40 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5224/How-Does-a-Forensic-Psychologist-Spend-a-Workday/ A forensic psychologist has a lot of scientific training which enables them to give an accounting to the judge or an attorney if asked to give an opinion about the competency, honesty, or other related mental or emotional traits and states of being of a witness or defendant. The forensic psychologist has the training and experience to be considered an expert who can accurately evaluate criminal trial suspects.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5224/How-Does-a-Forensic-Psychologist-Spend-a-Workday/ Silas Reed 2009-06-22 17:27:45 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5225/About-Justices-of-the-Peace/ If you are interested to work in a court of law, then you may be wondering what justices of the peace do. This kind of work can be interesting, but make sure you research any field that you are possibly looking into. The governing organizations of your town, state, and country are things that you would have to understand. While many tend to only think about the justice of the peace when someone goes to get married, there is more to it than that. While they do perform marriage ceremonies, know... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5225/About-Justices-of-the-Peace/ Silas Reed 2009-06-22 17:46:08 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5226/Becoming-a-Police-Officer/ Many people dream about becoming a police officer. It is one of those things that many kids start dreaming about, and for some that passion never fades. http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5226/Becoming-a-Police-Officer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-22 17:48:59 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5227/How-to-Be-a-Paralegal/ If you are interested in pursuing a career in the legal field, but seven years of college to become an attorney isn�t for you, perhaps you should consider a career as a paralegal. Paralegals play an important supporting role to attorneys in the legal industry. They assist in researching, and gathering information essential for cases.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5227/How-to-Be-a-Paralegal/ Silas Reed 2009-06-22 17:56:44 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5228/How-to-Be-a-District-Attorney/ Becoming an attorney takes a lot of work and dedication. The truth is that the path to obtaining your law degree is not necessarily an easy one, but it can lead to a fulfilling and wonderful career. In fact, there are few fields that are as widely respected as the field of law, and the career of a district attorney is no exception. The high-profile, appointed position of a district attorney is a crucial one in our country�s legal system. He or she prosecutes alleged criminals, and is ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5228/How-to-Be-a-District-Attorney/ Silas Reed 2009-06-22 17:59:47 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5229/How-to-Become-a-Certified-Court-Reporter/ Are you considering a job in the legal field but the thought of spending seven years to become a lawyer just seems like too much? If so, you may consider a job that is just as crucial to judicial proceedings, but takes a lot less time to begin your career, such as a certified court report.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5229/How-to-Become-a-Certified-Court-Reporter/ Silas Reed 2009-06-22 18:03:23 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5230/How-to-Become-a-Bail-Bondsman/ A career as a bail bondsman is not one that most people consider right away when job searching. However, if done correctly, it can actually be a very rewarding and lucrative career. If nothing else, you�ll have a job that�s never dull, where you get to meet a lot of interesting people. So what exactly does a bail bondsman do? And how can you get started in bail bonds industry? Read on to learn about a career in the bail bondsman industry.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5230/How-to-Become-a-Bail-Bondsman/ Silas Reed 2009-06-22 18:06:59 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5231/How-to-Become-a-Judge/ As many know, judges are crucial to our country�s legal system. Judges carry a huge responsibility upon their shoulders. But many are unaware as to how judges actually enter this field. Read on to learn more.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5231/How-to-Become-a-Judge/ Silas Reed 2009-06-22 18:15:45 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5232/How-to-Become-a-Medical-Malpractice-Lawyer/ Imagine that something happens to someone you love during the time they are in the care of a physician or nurse. Perhaps they are prescribed the wrong medication or given the wrong treatment, and the result is a maiming, illness or even death. Wouldn�t you want someone there to protect their rights?... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5232/How-to-Become-a-Medical-Malpractice-Lawyer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-22 18:22:02 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5233/How-To-Go-Back-to-College-When-the-Kids-Are-Grown/ Many people put their college careers on hold when children start to come into the picture. This is because it can be very difficult for parents to balance school work and raising kids. http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5233/How-To-Go-Back-to-College-When-the-Kids-Are-Grown/ Silas Reed 2009-06-22 18:29:01 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5234/How-to-Succeed-as-a-Mobile-Notary-Public/ Congratulations! You�ve endured the training and certification that becoming a mobile notary public entails. Now that you�re an official mobile notary public, how can you ensure the success of your new business? Many people who start new businesses have the fear of failing in the industry, but by implementing a few tips, your new business can succeed.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5234/How-to-Succeed-as-a-Mobile-Notary-Public/ Silas Reed 2009-06-22 18:33:51 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5192/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Question:I am an intellectual property associate. My recruiter has asked me not only for my law school transcript, but for my undergraduate transcript as well. Is this unusual? http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5192/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Suzanne Dupree Howe, Managing Director- Texas 2009-06-19 00:33:20 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5193/How-Does-a-Judge-Spend-a-Workday/ Many people know that a judge goes through a lot of training in school and as an attorney in order to achieve that position, but not many know what a judge actually does. It may seem to a lot of people that the day in the life of a judge would not be hard at all. Know some laws and listen to the good guys and the bad guys and make a decision based on that. There is a lot more to being a judge then just that though. It is important to know that a person who intends on becoming a judge has a lo... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5193/How-Does-a-Judge-Spend-a-Workday/ Silas Reed 2009-06-19 11:01:03 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5194/How-Does-a-Justice-of-the-Peace-Spend-a-Workday/ When people hear about careers as a justice of the peace, many people think that all they do all day is sit around waiting for someone to come along who wants to have a marriage ceremony preformed. But conducting a wedding is not the only thing that a person in this career has to do. Although it would be nice to not have to do that much, as many small towns do not have too many people coming in on a daily basis looking for their marriage to be preformed.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5194/How-Does-a-Justice-of-the-Peace-Spend-a-Workday/ Silas Reed 2009-06-19 11:07:23 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5195/How-Does-a-Judgment-Recovery-Business-Owner-Spend-a-Workday/ When you are looking at being in a specific business, one of the most important things that you can do is to make sure that you know how you might spend your workday. Running a specific business, or owning a business, will require you to take certain steps during your day, and to spend your day in different ways, depending on the job that you are currently doing. Therefore, it is important to think about the ways that a judgment recovery business owner will spend a workday, before you decide ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5195/How-Does-a-Judgment-Recovery-Business-Owner-Spend-a-Workday/ Silas Reed 2009-06-19 11:12:40 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5196/How-Does-a-Lawyer-Spend-Their-Workday/ If you are considering becoming a lawyer because the job appeals to you or you are simply curious about the day of work that a friend or family member regularly goes through, you will see that one of the questions that you might have is simply about their workday. Though by now you've realized that it isn't all courtroom drama, you may still be at a loss as to what an attorney does on a day to day basis. While this question will vary greatly depending on who is employing said lawyer and what ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5196/How-Does-a-Lawyer-Spend-Their-Workday/ Silas Reed 2009-06-19 12:44:51 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5197/How-Does-a-Legal-Secretary-Spend-a-Work-Day/ There are many different things that you are going to want to think about as you start to figure out how you want to spend your workday. If you are a legal secretary, you are going to have many different things to do with your job. When you are in college, you want to determine which of the jobs are going to suit you the best, and then you want to try to figure out what you can do to get the job that you are looking for.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5197/How-Does-a-Legal-Secretary-Spend-a-Work-Day/ Silas Reed 2009-06-19 12:50:46 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5198/How-Does-a-Mediator-Spend-a-Workday/ There are many different types of jobs that you might be interested in, so you want to be sure that before you look at the various jobs you find out how the people who do the jobs are going to spend a work day. Dealing with different types of employment is important because it will give you a chance to focus on the type of work that you are going to be doing. When you are ready to start looking for jobs, what you are doing for employment each and every day will be vital to your choice.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5198/How-Does-a-Mediator-Spend-a-Workday/ Silas Reed 2009-06-19 13:54:55 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5199/How-Does-a-Paralegal-Spend-a-Typical-Work-Day/ There are many parts of your work jobs that you are going to want to think about, especially the day to day actions that you are going to be responsible for as you embark on the career path that you have chosen. Working in a typical building at a typical job is going to be vastly different depending on the type of job that you are working at. Therefore, something that you are going to want to do very quickly is determine how you will spend your work day when you are doing a specific type of j... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5199/How-Does-a-Paralegal-Spend-a-Typical-Work-Day/ Silas Reed 2009-06-19 14:01:04 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5200/How-Much-Does-a-Paralegal-Earn/ There are many important ways to make sure that you are working at the job of your dreams, so you first want to focus on the way that you can make sure you are going to be happy with the job that you have chosen. One of the most important things that you can do when it comes to working with the job that you have chosen is to make sure that you know enough about the job � whether it is something like paralegal jobs or work from home jobs. Either way, you want to be sure that you underst... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5200/How-Much-Does-a-Paralegal-Earn/ Silas Reed 2009-06-19 15:40:23 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5201/How-Long-Does-it-Take-to-Become-a-Paralegal/ These days, just about everyone has seen commercials on TV for schools that claim to help individuals begin a careers in areas such as the medical field, criminal justice or as a paralegal in just a few months. But are these claims factual? Just how long does it take to become a paralegal? Read on to decide if this career is right for you, and if so, just how long it will take for you to get your education and begin work as a paralegal.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5201/How-Long-Does-it-Take-to-Become-a-Paralegal/ Silas Reed 2009-06-19 15:49:37 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5202/How-to-Complete-an-American-Bar-Association-Paralegal-Program/ There are so many things that you need to be able to do if you want to be able to complete an American Bar Association Paralegal program. These are programs that are designed to teach you how to become a paralegal, and to give you the education and the experience that is necessary for you to get exactly what you are looking for out of the deal. When you want to be able to complete an American Bar Association paralegal program, you want to be sure that you can get all of the information right ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5202/How-to-Complete-an-American-Bar-Association-Paralegal-Program/ Silas Reed 2009-06-19 15:54:57 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5203/How-to-Decorate-a-Lawyer-s-Office/ Are you in a place where you going to be decorating a lawyer's office? If so, you are going to have a real challenge in front of you! There are a lot of choices to make when you are thinking about choosing the right furniture and when you report to someone who wants to make sure that their office looks just right, it can be something that is a little unnerving. Take some time to really figure out what you are doing before you jump right into it. Whether you a professional or you are someone w... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5203/How-to-Decorate-a-Lawyer-s-Office/ Silas Reed 2009-06-19 15:59:10 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5204/How-to-Get-a-Paralegal-Job/ For those who have thought about jobs that deal with the law from one extent to another, employment as a paralegal may be the right choice. This job is one that allows a person to have a fulfilling and satisfying career while working to help make sure that people are given what they deserve under the restrictions and guidelines of the law. Unfortunately many people are not aware of how a person can even get a job as a paralegal. Since the process really is not all that hard and the field is e... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5204/How-to-Get-a-Paralegal-Job/ Silas Reed 2009-06-19 16:04:51 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5205/Qualifications-Needed-To-Become-A-Lawyer/ Whenever you want to do any job, there are going to be qualifications that you need to meet, so that you can be sure you are going to be good at the job, and so that you can be sure you are going to do your best work. In order to have jobs in law industries, you are going to need to have a certain amount of qualifications. In fact, employment in law is one of the areas in which you do need to have a certain amount of good qualifications. In other industries, you can get away with having diffe... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5205/Qualifications-Needed-To-Become-A-Lawyer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-19 16:20:32 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5206/Tax-Attorney-Career/ When people think of taxes and the law they often think of the IRS. There is another career that you could get involved with if you enjoy working with numbers and you like helping people. Gaining employment as a tax lawyer is something that not a lot of people think of when they think about lawyers. This kind of profession is one that is needed by a lot of people.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5206/Tax-Attorney-Career/ Silas Reed 2009-06-19 16:24:28 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5207/What-do-Title-Examiners-do/ If you ask ten people in a room what a title examiner does, you will probably find that ten people do not have the correct answer, or at least a full answer. Obviously a person in this type of job has something to do with working with a title or several titles and they are obviously the examiner of the title. But is that it? To answer bluntly, no, that is not all an examiner of a title has to do and it is a lot more complicated than it sounds.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5207/What-do-Title-Examiners-do/ Silas Reed 2009-06-19 16:37:05 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5208/What-Is-a-Court-Reporter/ Legal functions need documentation of what was said and by whom; a transcript of everything that went on in the courtroom from opening gavel to final sentencing. The person who provides this transcript is a court reporter. Most court reporters are hired by county courts or state courts, contracted out to a court reporting agency, or are freelancers.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5208/What-Is-a-Court-Reporter/ Silas Reed 2009-06-19 16:45:38 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5209/What-Is-a-Legal-Paraprofessional/ There are so many different jobs that you might want to consider doing at one point or another during your life. Finding that perfect job for you might not be the easiest thing that you will ever do, so it is important to make sure that you focus on the way that you can do your job correctly and easily. Working with a variety of different jobs is important because it is going to allow you to have a chance to really get down to business and to really figure out what it is that you would like t... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5209/What-Is-a-Legal-Paraprofessional/ Silas Reed 2009-06-19 16:56:51 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5210/What-Is-a-Litigation-Paralegal/ In the law field, there are many different types of jobs that you might decide to do. Many people think that being a lawyer or being an attorney is the only job that they can do if they are interested in law. However, there are lots of different jobs that can be done with a law degree, or with an interest in the law. It is important for you to find the right job for you, so that you can be sure you are happy with the job that you have chosen.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5210/What-Is-a-Litigation-Paralegal/ Silas Reed 2009-06-19 17:47:43 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5211/What-Is-the-Income-of-a-Paralegal/ Paralegals are becoming a new career choice for many people because the education requirements do not capture a four year commitment of somebody's life. Paralegals or Legal Assistants can become certified within two years and be able to compete in a work environment that allows people from many different backgrounds an inside view on how the legal system works.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5211/What-Is-the-Income-of-a-Paralegal/ Silas Reed 2009-06-19 17:51:21 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5212/What-Is-the-Role-of-a-Paralegal/ There are many different things that you will need to think about before you are ready to make sure you have the job of your dreams. When you are looking at the specific type of job that you want to have, part of what you are going to be doing is focusing on the way that the various roles you will have will affect what you want to do with your life. When you are a paralegal, this is going to be the same idea. You are going to want to be sure that you focus on the way that you can maintain the... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5212/What-Is-the-Role-of-a-Paralegal/ Silas Reed 2009-06-19 18:01:47 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5213/What-to-Do-With-a-Criminal-Justice-Major/ There are many things that you want to think about when you are planning your future. What you are going to be doing with the education that you have gotten is one of the most important things. Many people look at the majors that they have chosen in terms of the career that they hope to get when they graduate with that major. Therefore, it is important to think about the ways that the major you get can influence the career that you have always wanted to do. For many people, this means a caref... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5213/What-to-Do-With-a-Criminal-Justice-Major/ Silas Reed 2009-06-19 18:54:47 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5214/What-Is-the-Starting-Salary-for-Forensic-Accounting/ First, let's take a look at the job of forensic accounting and figure out what needs to be a part of it. What are your responsibilities and options going to be when it comes to finishing your certification and getting a job? From the very beginning, forensic accountants essentially perform investigative auditing and accounting. They investigate issues like fraud and then they create analyses that will be used in the court of law. Is this a job that you find yourself fit for, and how do you fe... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5214/What-Is-the-Starting-Salary-for-Forensic-Accounting/ Silas Reed 2009-06-19 19:07:19 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5156/How-to-Become-a-Bail-Bondsman-in-Missouri/ A bounty hunter will track criminals and lawbreakers who are on the run, but a Missouri bail bondsman is the person that helps a defendant get out of jail while waiting on a trial or court appearance. You will need to have good credit, a clean background, and an eye for detail if you want to become a good bondsman.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5156/How-to-Become-a-Bail-Bondsman-in-Missouri/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 09:34:36 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5157/How-to-Become-a-Bail-Bondsman-in-South-Carolina/ When someone is taken to jail for an offense, a bail amount is set and it is generally a pretty high amount. Of course, in the bail world, $10,000 may not be a lot of money, but to your average person this is not something that they can pay out of their own bank accounts. This is where bail bonds come into play. Bail bonds are what allow people to come out of jail while they await their trial.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5157/How-to-Become-a-Bail-Bondsman-in-South-Carolina/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 09:50:32 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5158/How-to-Become-a-County-Judge/ When you are thinking about moving forward in the law profession and when you are ready to take the next step, you are going to find that looking into the position that you are going to need to consider whether you want to take the step to become a county judge. While the role of a county judge will vary from region to region in our country, you'll find that there are a number of reasons to make this the goal that you aspire to. For instance, when you are looking at states like Texas and Kent... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5158/How-to-Become-a-County-Judge/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 10:30:55 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5159/How-to-Become-a-Judge-in-Nevada/ When you want to become a judge, it means that you are willing to take on just about anything, to get to the life of your dreams. Working at a judge court is not something that is easy, in any state, and it might not be something that you can do in just a few years. If you want to become a judge in Nevada, it means that you want to work for many years to be able to achieve your dreams. If you dream of having a judge court in Nevada, there are going to be many things that you can do to make su... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5159/How-to-Become-a-Judge-in-Nevada/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 10:35:26 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5160/How-to-Become-an-Illinois-Judge/ Illinois is also called the Land of Lincoln, and whether your taste is for Chicago with its high skyscrapers or for one of the smaller cities that are scattered across this state's wide open spaces, you may find that the position of a judge is one that calls for you. Whether you are a long-time resident or you have traveled to Illinois from some other place, you'll find that there is a great deal about this state that might recommend itself to you. Take some time and really consider whether o... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5160/How-to-Become-an-Illinois-Judge/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 10:38:50 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5161/Becoming-a-Circuit-Court-Judge/ One of the heights of the legal profession is becoming a judge. Not everyone who practices law wants the prestige, or the hours, but for people who love justice and the law, there may be no higher calling. The step below the Supreme Court is an Appellate Court, working for one of the 13 Circuit Courts of Appeals in the United States. There are eleven numbered districts, covering different geographical areas, one for the District of Columbia, and one for Federal Agencies.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5161/Becoming-a-Circuit-Court-Judge/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 10:42:22 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5162/How-to-Become-a-Probate-Judge-in-South-Carolina/ When you are looking at the career that you would like to have, there are probably going to be many things that go through your mind. The most important one is going to be how you will be able to get the job of your dreams, and how you will be able to be happy doing your job. Whether you are working in property, as an attorney, or with a will job like a probate judge, you want to be sure that it is what you are looking for.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5162/How-to-Become-a-Probate-Judge-in-South-Carolina/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 10:48:28 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5163/How-to-Become-an-Election-Judge-in-Texas/ An election judge, which may also be known as an elections inspector, is the one that is responsible for maintaining orderly voting in the local precincts. These people are usually volunteers and will be paid little to no money for their work. Their responsibilities involve signing in the registered voters, filling them in on the voting procedures, and teaching them how to use the voting equipment, as these days it can become a little bit complicated. Obviously this position does not require ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5163/How-to-Become-an-Election-Judge-in-Texas/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 10:52:44 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5164/How-to-Become-a-Common-Pleas-Court-Judge-in-Ohio/ Maybe you have always wanted to be a judge since you were a little kid, or maybe you have had enough with what you feel to be injustice. As a judge you will handle lawsuits, child custody cases, domestic abuse complaints, and divorces. If this is the case then you are probably seriously interested in learning about what it takes to become a judge. To be a Common Pleas Court Judge in Ohio is going to take a few steps that you should be prepared for. The better prepared you are for what is ahea... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5164/How-to-Become-a-Common-Pleas-Court-Judge-in-Ohio/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 11:03:04 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5165/How-to-Start-a-Legal-Practice/ Those who are interested in starting a career in the law may be interested in learning how to start their own legal practice. While there are perks to working in someone else's business, there is great pride and financial rewards to be gained from running your own office or business. If it is your name on the sign and on the advertisements then you are going to receive a large chunk of all of the income coming into the law office. This will not be the way your career as a lawyer will probably... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5165/How-to-Start-a-Legal-Practice/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 11:07:16 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5166/How-to-Become-an-Estate-Planner/ Although the news and popular legal shows have told us that the legal business is all about courtroom drama, the reality of the situation is that there is a lot more to the law than defense and prosecution! Take some time to explore the other areas of law that might be important to you and consider what kind of law you might be interested in. One area of law that many attorneys and soon to be attorneys find themselves drawn to is that of estate planning, and when you are ready to take a momen... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5166/How-to-Become-an-Estate-Planner/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 12:41:05 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5167/How-to-Become-a-Veterinary-Case-Law-Specialist/ Those who are interested in becoming a veterinary case law specialist must have a love for animals as well as the law. Attorneys in this field deal with lawsuits concerning people who have had their animals harmed or neglected by a vet or problems that employees have had. Basically, anything pertaining to the veterinary world can land on the desk of attorneys that specialize in this field.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5167/How-to-Become-a-Veterinary-Case-Law-Specialist/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 12:50:50 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5168/How-to-Become-a-Veterinary-Law-Specialist/ Some people find that attorneys who are veterinary law specialists have the best of both worlds. Not only do they get to be involved with animal cases, but they also get to communicate a lot with a vet that is involved in the case. They can protect animals legally which is a career that a person can truly take pride in. While seeing some of the harm that comes to some animals can be emotional, it is important to understand that all the work is worth it. Attorneys who have decided that this is... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5168/How-to-Become-a-Veterinary-Law-Specialist/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 13:24:19 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5169/About-Legal-Professionals/ There are many different jobs that you might be interested in doing, so it is important to know as much about them as possible, so that you can really be sure it is something that you will be into. Legal professionals are a group of people who work closely with things in the legal department, making sure that the rules and regulations around the world are followed. When you are a legal professional, you are going to be having the chance to work closely with many different people who do many d... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5169/About-Legal-Professionals/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 13:29:31 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5170/How-Does-a-Certified-Disability-Advocate-Spend-a-Workday/ The role of a certified disability advocate is to ensure that people with disabilities receive the financial or health benefits that they are entitled to. The advocate represents those who are filing for these benefits. Though at times this job can be taxing, it is very rewarding, and there is a high need for those who desire to make a difference in the lives of others.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5170/How-Does-a-Certified-Disability-Advocate-Spend-a-Workday/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 13:38:02 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5171/How-Does-a-Law-School-Graduate-Find-a-Job/ When it comes to landing a job post-law school, one can quickly become overwhelmed. For one thing, it can be difficult to know what areas you want to practice in. For another, even if you're clear on what areas you want to specialize, in today's economy there's no guarantee that you will find employment. Read on to learn some pointers that will help you as you enter the job-hunting side of a law degree.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5171/How-Does-a-Law-School-Graduate-Find-a-Job/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 13:42:12 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5172/How-Does-a-Notary-Spend-a-Work-Day/ If you have ever had to have official documents signed for financial, legal or other purposes, you have probably had to enlist the help of a notary public (whether you knew it or not). Every loan signing, home sale, refinance, Power of Attorney, Homestead Declaration, grant deed, and quitclaim deed requires the signature and stamp of a notary public, and that's just naming a few.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5172/How-Does-a-Notary-Spend-a-Work-Day/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 13:46:42 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5173/About-Judges/ Are you a person who needs to be in control of every situation, and has no problem letting others know your opinion about things, but at the same time always tries to be fair? Do friends and family seek you out to be the mediator in situations? If this fits your personality, perhaps you should consider a career as a judge. Unlike the courtroom dramas on TV, it takes more to become a judge than just a strong personality and stubbornness. Read on to learn about the steps to becoming a judge and... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5173/About-Judges/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 13:51:39 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5174/About-Attorneys/ Whether you have had unpleasant run ins with a legal proceeding or you are considering a career as an attorney, you'll find that when it comes to the legal system, there is a lot to know. There are a lot of jokes when it comes to attorneys but the truth is that attorneys perform a vital service in our world.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5174/About-Attorneys/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 13:56:53 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5175/About-Forensic-Psychology-Careers/ There are many things that you want to know about forensic psychology careers. You want to be sure that you understand what a psychologist is, and what doing forensic psychology will mean for you and for your livelihood. In order to be successful at forensic psychology, you must know what the job is all about, and what it is used for, as well as how easily you can be able to get the job done.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5175/About-Forensic-Psychology-Careers/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 14:04:32 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5176/How-Does-a-Process-Server-Spend-a-Workday/ If you are considering a job in the legal field, but don't want to commit to sitting in an office all day, perhaps a career as a process server is for you. http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5176/How-Does-a-Process-Server-Spend-a-Workday/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 14:31:33 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5177/About-Notaries/ There are many things that you probably want to know about a career or a certain group of careers before you get involved with them. Understanding the basics behind the careers that you are looking at is an important step to understanding if the career is right for you. Notaries are people who are very important in this society, so if you want to become a notary public, there are a few things about notaries that you are going to want to think about.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5177/About-Notaries/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 14:40:46 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5178/Becoming-a-Notary/ If you have ever needed to have a piece of information notarized, and if you are in a place where you need to think about how you can get a career that really suits you, you might start wondering what your options are going to be. Why not take a look at becoming a notary? A notary, who is also known as a notary public, is an individual who has the legal right to serve the public in matters that are related to the law. They can only take part in things that are non-contentious, and you will di... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5178/Becoming-a-Notary/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 14:47:04 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5179/Becoming-a-Private-Eye/ There are many things that you should think about as you move in toward the career of your dreams. The first thing that you have to focus on is exactly what you are going to be doing, and how well you are going to be doing it. If you want to do something like work from home as a private eye, you should know that there is a lot to figure out about this career.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5179/Becoming-a-Private-Eye/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 15:01:36 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5180/Becoming-a-Process-Server/ There are many important things to think about as you try to find the best career for you. Often, one of the things that people do when they want to look at a career is look at the way that you would start to do that career, so you can be sure that it is going to fit nicely into your lifestyle and that you will be happy doing it. Therefore, it is important for you to focus on the way that you will become a process server, or a notary, before you start to do so.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5180/Becoming-a-Process-Server/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 15:11:46 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5181/Eldercare-Lawyers/ There are many different branches of law that might interest you�and being an attorney or a lawyer is a very important thing, because ordinary people need to be represented. The laws have all been written for a reason, and lawyers and attorneys try their best to make sure that the laws are met and are followed. Therefore, being an attorney or lawyer is a very noble profession. However, it is important to remember that as an attorney or lawyer, your job is going to be to uphold the law,... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5181/Eldercare-Lawyers/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 15:28:12 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5182/How-Does-a-Stenographer-Spend-a-Work-Day/ There are so many different types of jobs that you might want to do in your life, and finding the right employment for you is something that is very important. Often, finding the right employment really depends on what you are able to accomplish with that employment: what the job is all about, and what it means to you. This is often one of the most important things in your entire job hunt. That is why learning about what a person does for a living and what their daily routines are all about i... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5182/How-Does-a-Stenographer-Spend-a-Work-Day/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 15:41:38 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5183/How-Does-a-Divorce-Attorney-Spend-a-Day/ When you want to have a career, one of the best things that you can do is make sure that you know how you are going to be spending your day if you do that career. That way, you can be sure that you have made the right choice when it comes to your job, and you will know for sure that you are happy with it. For many people, it is important to focus on the way that a person in your position spends a day, so that you know for sure that this is the job for you.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5183/How-Does-a-Divorce-Attorney-Spend-a-Day/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 15:52:14 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5184/Paralegal-Careers/ When you are seeking out various jobs, there are a few things that you are going to have to think about so that you can be sure you have found the right career for you. There will be many times when you are going to be looking for the right type of job, so that you know you are happy with your employment. Therefore, it is important for you to look carefully at all of the aspects of paralegal careers to determine whether this is the right way for you to go.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5184/Paralegal-Careers/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 16:07:24 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5185/Legal-Nurse-Consultant-Salaries/ When you are in a place where you are thinking about where your career should go and what the options in front of you are, you'll find that it is time for you to take a look at the skilled profession of legal nurse consultancy. A legal nurse consultant is someone who holds a position that squarely straddles the legal and medical field, and when you are ready to get the results that you need from your career, you will soon realize that you are looking at something that can help you a great dea... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5185/Legal-Nurse-Consultant-Salaries/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 16:13:10 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5186/How-to-Sell-a-Senate-Seat/ So you want to sell a senate seat? Yes, this could be a most excellent way for you to capitalize on the political ambitions of someone who doesn't want to waste time with that pernicious election process stuff. Selling your senate seat could be the way for you to make some big money quickly without having to work for it!... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5186/How-to-Sell-a-Senate-Seat/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 16:28:33 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5187/Choosing-Law-Careers/ Once someone decides he or she wants to have a career dealing with the law, it is important to figure out just what area of the law it will be. If you are someone that feels that jobs pertaining to the law are the right choice for you, then you will need to prepare for college. There is a lot of schooling that is needed to get a law degree and you will first need to start with an undergraduate degree at a university. With so many avenues to choose from such as criminal law, personal injury la... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5187/Choosing-Law-Careers/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 16:36:33 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5188/About-Legal-Secretaries/ If you have at least a basic working knowledge of law and you would be interested in working in the legal field, but you aren't sure if you really want to be a lawyer, you might look into being a legal secretary. This is a position open to you if you have a least a high school diploma or your GED, and you have an even better opportunity of landing a job in the field if you have a college degree, although that degree doesn't have to be in law.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5188/About-Legal-Secretaries/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 16:50:59 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5189/How-Much-Money-Does-a-Tax-Lawyer-Make/ If you have an interest in both the law and the tax code, you could consider a career as a tax lawyer. A tax lawyer career will not be the most glorious legal career, even though you can expect to live comfortably and put decent food on your table for you and your family should you accept this mission. But this is a career that is more about wanting to help people understand the law that governs the taxes that they pay. So if you are considering heading off to law school because your parents,... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5189/How-Much-Money-Does-a-Tax-Lawyer-Make/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 17:00:10 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5190/How-Does-a-Notary-Public-Spend-a-Workday/ A notary is someone who has been legally licensed and bonded in their state to be able to administer oaths and to verify affirmations. The seal that they carry, which is usually in stamp form, has the number of the notary public license and the date that the license expires. Even though this may sound like a boring job, the affirmations and the oaths include a wide range of various legal documents. The job of the notary public is extremely important and one that a person should take great pri... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5190/How-Does-a-Notary-Public-Spend-a-Workday/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 17:05:34 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5191/Finding-the-Truth-with-Facts-on-Lawyers/ It is interesting to discover some true facts about lawyers and the legal profession. Many people seem to have romanticized views about the people who choose this career and the work that they do. To some people this seems like a storybook existence, but even with fairy tales you have to occasionally give yourself reality check. Lawyers can have very high powered careers and live exciting lives, but there are some less than glamorous facts that are also present.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5191/Finding-the-Truth-with-Facts-on-Lawyers/ Silas Reed 2009-06-18 17:15:33 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5116/How-to-Become-a-Public-Defender/ While some attorneys will laugh at the thought of working as a public defender, many choose this type of employment as they enjoy helping those who are unable to afford $200 an hour for an attorney. The public defender is a state employee and an attorney that has little say over who he or she represents. Some of the time, the attorney working in such an office will find that he or she is stuck with the most terrible criminals that could not afford their own representation.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5116/How-to-Become-a-Public-Defender/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 10:22:21 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5117/How-to-Become-a-Mediator-in-New-Jersey/ When a person is involved in getting a divorce, they of course retain a lawyer. A lawyer is absolutely needed for some aspects of a divorce such as making sure the right paper work is filled out in the right way. This is true not just for divorce, but also for some other legal disputes, too, although divorce is certainly the prime example for the average person. In New Jersey, people pay out a lot of money to their lawyers to help them get a fair deal in a divorce, even though it's a no-fault... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5117/How-to-Become-a-Mediator-in-New-Jersey/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 10:28:52 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5118/How-to-Be-a-Court-Reporter/ Are you thinking about changing your career? Or are you preparing for your first job in the workforce? Either way, the following is some information you will find helpful if you have chosen the field of court reporter. And if you are sure it is the right choice for you, you can find all the information you need to begin the process.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5118/How-to-Be-a-Court-Reporter/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 10:32:55 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5119/How-to-Become-a-Defense-Lawyer/ If you have always found that you have had a passion for the law, then a career as a defense lawyer may be the right move for you. With so much information out there, your career as a lawyer will always be exciting, and you will always learn something new. Attorneys also make a good bit of money, which is certainly something that anyone can get excited about. If you are seriously considering becoming a defense lawyer, you need to first make sure that you are in for the right reasons. You will... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5119/How-to-Become-a-Defense-Lawyer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 10:43:11 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5120/How-to-Apply-for-the-MPRE/ When you are working in mortgage or in gov, you are going to want to be sure that you are able to apply for the right tests and exams on the right schedule for your needs. This is very important, as it is going to be able to help you provide yourself with a great way to get things accomplished.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5120/How-to-Apply-for-the-MPRE/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 10:47:41 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5121/How-to-Start-a-Career-as-a-Tax-Attorney/ There are lots of ways that you can be sure you are able to get the right types of jobs for your needs. When you are working in various types of jobs, or in business, you want to be sure that you are able to start a good career that will hopefully end up with you on the best path for your needs. Therefore, when you are looking at a career as a tax attorney, something that you are going to have to be sure of is that you are able to start the career in the right place, and end up in the best pl... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5121/How-to-Start-a-Career-as-a-Tax-Attorney/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 10:51:59 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5122/How-to-Survive-Law-School/ Deciding you want to attend law school is a serious decision, and it will require a lot of commitment. You will quickly find that law school has far more rigorous demands than your normal college or university. In order to complete the program and survive you need to be aware of tips and strategies that you can take advantage of to help you succeed.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5122/How-to-Survive-Law-School/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 10:55:29 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5123/How-to-Become-a-Patent-Attorney/ The field of patent attorney is very wide and is a relatively new and challenging area that has tremendous potential. It is also a position suitable for and open to engineers, biologists, computer scientists, chemists, and many other professionals in the field of science and technology.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5123/How-to-Become-a-Patent-Attorney/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 11:01:35 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5124/How-to-Become-a-Copyright-Lawyer/ When it comes to having a passion for the law, there is no better outlet for that passion than to become a lawyer. Attorneys also make a great deal of money, which is a reason why so many people put up with the total of seven years of schooling that it takes to become a lawyer. A copyright lawyer is a career choice that many people do not even think about because when someone mentions "lawyer," a copyright lawyer is not usually the first thing that comes to mind for people. The thing is, thou... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5124/How-to-Become-a-Copyright-Lawyer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 11:06:55 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5125/How-to-Be-a-Personal-Injury-Attorney/ There are many reasons why people decide to become an attorney. Some are in it solely for the money while others find that they love helping people so much that they simply could not imagine doing anything else. Others find that they have a love for the law that seems unquenchable, which is what brings them to the career choice of being a lawyer. No matter what your reason is, if you are interested in becoming an attorney, there are certain steps to take. Knowing all of the steps is the best ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5125/How-to-Be-a-Personal-Injury-Attorney/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 11:25:16 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5126/How-to-Become-a-Probate-Lawyer/ All matters that encompass the legal process known as probate are the specialties of a Probate Lawyer. Under the supervision of a probate court (also known as a surrogate court), which deals with any matter concerned with this legal process, the lawyer tries to decide the genuineness or help the validity of the will of a testator. In a nutshell, all matters related to property (or inheritance) are handled by lawyers in the probate field. If you want to have a career in this area, then read on... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5126/How-to-Become-a-Probate-Lawyer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 12:23:02 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5127/How-to-Be-a-Legal-Videographer/ A videographer is basically one who works by recording images through camera recording, sound taping, live broadcasting, or editing all these materials or footages into a final product. There are many types of videographers. To name a few of the types, there's the wedding videographer, documentary videographer, studio-film producer/videographer, Indie-film (or short-film) producer/videographer, and legal videographer. This last type, the legal videographer, is what this article will focus on.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5127/How-to-Be-a-Legal-Videographer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 12:30:13 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5128/How-to-Become-a-Workers�-Compensation-Lawyer/ All employees have rights that allow them to be protected from future losses in case he or she gets injured during the time of employment. This right of protection is called worker's compensation. It is basically a form of insurance in which the employer is given the absolute duty of providing medical care for employees who have been injured or sick during the course of their work. To make sure that this kind of service is brought about dutifully, a Worker's Compensation Lawyer is needed. If ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5128/How-to-Become-a-Workers�-Compensation-Lawyer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 12:47:22 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5129/How-to-Become-a-Superior-Court-Judge/ Whether you are an attorney or someone who is just thinking about entering college, you may be interested in how to become a superior court judge. While this is something that some people do not think about until they are far into their careers as attorneys or judges, some people know right away that this is something that they would love to do. Either way, as long as you have a love for the legal system and understand the value of the court system, you could truly become a superior court jud... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5129/How-to-Become-a-Superior-Court-Judge/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 13:02:13 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5130/How-to-Become-an-Accident-Lawyer/ If you have always wanted to be the person to help others in need and get what is rightfully owed to them, then a career as an accident lawyer may just be the thing for you. Not only does expertise in this type of law bring a person a lot of personal satisfaction and self-worth, but it is also a high-paying job. The accident lawyer is also in high demand since there are so many people out there getting hurt and injured on a daily basis by no fault of their own.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5130/How-to-Become-an-Accident-Lawyer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 13:08:13 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5131/How-to-Become-a-Compensation-Lawyer/ With so many people being interested in jobs that pay a good salary, it is no surprise that many have decided to become compensation lawyers. The salary of a compensation lawyer is certainly something that everyone could easily live off of. The thing is, though, the title of a compensation lawyer is a broad title because these attorneys generally specialize in one area of law. When it comes to the various types of work that fall under this title, there are discrimination suits, wrongful death... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5131/How-to-Become-a-Compensation-Lawyer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 13:16:03 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5132/How-to-Become-a-Malpractice-Lawyer/ Even though some people may feel that malpractice lawyers have a bad reputation, they are the ones that help innocent victims gain the money they need in order to fully recover from what has happened to them. In this field, there are actually plaintiff and defendant malpractice attorneys. While one may think that an accident should be covered through the insurance of the person or company that caused the accident, that is not always the case. The insurance company generally tries to fight any... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5132/How-to-Become-a-Malpractice-Lawyer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 13:45:27 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5133/How-to-Become-a-Tax-Attorney/ There are many things that you can do to better you future and to help yourself get as much out of the possibilities as you can. If you want to become a tax attorney, a lawyer that deals with taxes, there are some steps that you can follow to make sure that you end up with the job of your dreams.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5133/How-to-Become-a-Tax-Attorney/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 13:55:40 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5134/How-to-Be-a-Real-Estate-Attorney/ When you are looking at the various careers that you might have in law, there are going to be a few that are going to be better for you than others. When you really want to be able to get the right job, you want to be sure that you are focused on the way that you might achieve the job you are looking for. If you would like to become a real estate attorney, there are several things that you should keep in mind, because the way to become a good real estate attorney is to make sure that these th... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5134/How-to-Be-a-Real-Estate-Attorney/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 14:03:02 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5135/How-to-Be-a-Wrongful-Death-Attorney/ There are so many different ways that you might want to focus your law career on making sure that you can make the most out of what you have accomplished. The best way for you to focus on a good law career is to pick something that interests you and something that you will be able to be good at. When you are a lawyer, just like with anything else, you need to be sure that you can specialize, that you have a specialization that is going to set you apart from other lawyers that might be out the... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5135/How-to-Be-a-Wrongful-Death-Attorney/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 14:11:48 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5136/How-to-Be-a-Virtual-Lawyer/ Through the years, technology has grown more and more easy to use, which means that people have started to use technology for everything under the sun. You can now use technology like the Internet to do just about anything, including practice law. It is possible for you to decide to become a virtual lawyer, though the court system does not yet exist online.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5136/How-to-Be-a-Virtual-Lawyer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 14:20:04 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5137/How-to-Become-a-US-Attorney/ There are many different careers that you might find yourself on the path of, so it is going to become important for you to figure out which of the careers is going to matter them most to you, and which of them is going to make you the happiest. When it comes to various careers, there are going to be some things that you can do to make sure that you are happy with the career that you have chosen. If you want to become someone in the medical field, for instance, there will be a path that you h... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5137/How-to-Become-a-US-Attorney/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 14:25:42 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5138/How-to-Find-a-Job-after-Law-School/ There are so many different ways that you can be successful in your life, but when you want to be successful in an area that is important to you, there are different things that you'll need to do in order to do this. The first thing that you are going to have to do is to make sure that you have the right education. If you want to be a lawyer, you are going to need the know how to become a lawyer, and that means that you are going to have to go to graduate school and to law school. This is goi... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5138/How-to-Find-a-Job-after-Law-School/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 14:41:26 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5139/How-to-Start-a-Law-Practice/ There are many things that you might consider doing in order to have the best possible life for yourself. Something that you might want to focus on is the way that you can get the best life for yourself by working in a business that you love. If you are interested in law and in practicing law, one of the things that you might want to do is start your very own legal practice. This is something that is going to be a good idea for anyone who is interested in law, and for anyone who might decide ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5139/How-to-Start-a-Law-Practice/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 15:08:15 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5140/How-to-Become-a-Contract-Attorney/ If the usual world of the legal firm seems stifling to you, and if you are particularly drawn to legal cases involving the business world or medical practice, you may be able to make a career as a contract lawyer. Contract lawyers are like freelance lawyers; they aren't on retainer through a firm and they take cases on an individual contract basis. They work to fulfill a contract and don't worry about billable hours, as is the usual business practice with a law firm's lawyers.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5140/How-to-Become-a-Contract-Attorney/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 15:18:48 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5141/How-to-Become-a-Patent-Lawyer/ If you have an interest in law, whether it is medical law, entertainment law, or divorce law, also keep in mind that you should consider doing patent law. Patent lawyers are essentially the legal force that will direct clients when it comes to applying for and getting a patent. They often find themselves retained by companies rather than people, though there are definitely some patent lawyers out there who make a living representing people who feel that their patents have been violated. Thoug... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5141/How-to-Become-a-Patent-Lawyer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 15:24:41 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5142/How-to-Conduct-Research-in-a-Law-Library/ So, do you think you might have a legal case against someone and need to do some research in a law library to understand it better? Many non-attorneys who walk into a law library for the first time become overwhelmed and intimidated by the endless shelves of books and legal journals. How will they ever be able to get through all of this or even understand what they've read? Actually, doing research in a law library is not as complicated as it seems at all�if you know what you are doing... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5142/How-to-Conduct-Research-in-a-Law-Library/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 15:57:56 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5143/How-to-Interact-with-a-Court-Clerk/ A court clerk is simply an officer of a courtroom whose major tasks and duties are the maintenance and safekeeping of case records and other important documents that pertain and refer to the courthouse and its proceedings. Their other duties are also to swear in the oaths of jurors, witnesses, and other plaintiffs whenever they are called in to the stand. Oftentimes, they're called by other names such as Clerks of the Peace, or just simply Peace Officers. He or she is invaluable in keeping or... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5143/How-to-Interact-with-a-Court-Clerk/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 16:15:17 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5144/How-to-Get-Rid-of-Attorneys/ When you need an attorney, it takes you a lot of effort to find one that you think is good for your needs. Yet, even after all that research, you might have ended up with a lawyer who is really not the best fit for you, or who at least seems like he's not. How do you get rid of this ill-fitting attorney? How can you be sure that he or she is really not the lawyer for you? How will you have the legal representation that you require once you decide for good that he's out of the picture?... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5144/How-to-Get-Rid-of-Attorneys/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 22:50:45 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5145/How-to-Become-a-Foreclosure-Paralegal/ There are many ways that you can achieve the life that you would like to have. For many people, having the right type of life can be easy, as long as they know what they are doing, and as long as they are ready and willing to celebrate the choices that they have made. For you, you might decide that you would like to become a foreclosure paralegal, and there are several things that you will want to do to make sure that this dream can become a reality.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5145/How-to-Become-a-Foreclosure-Paralegal/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 22:53:53 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5146/How-to-Check-an-Attorney�s-Credentials/ When it comes to lawyers, credentials are usually overlooked by clients, especially when the case excites them so much that they seem to forget about consulting and checking with the basics. An attorney can seem to be the client's last hope and therefore trust is quickly gained especially when the lawyers assure them and are confident of victory. But if you're a client and aren't easily swayed by mere pep talks or encouraging words (and especially if you want to be sure that the person repres... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5146/How-to-Check-an-Attorney�s-Credentials/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 22:57:53 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5147/How-to-Reach-a-Lawyer-by-Phone/ When you are ready to take some time and really think about what your options are going to be when it comes to the law, you are going to need to think about retaining a lawyer, but first you need to find them! Whether you have a phobia about phones or you have just been having a frustrating time getting a hold of any legal professional, there are definitely some tips and tricks that can help you get to where you want to go. When you are looking to make sure that you are going to be getting th... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5147/How-to-Reach-a-Lawyer-by-Phone/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 23:01:20 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5148/How-to-Become-a-Defense-Attorney/ When you are in a place where you are considering a career as a lawyer, you will find that the role that defense attorneys play is something that might appeal to you. There are hundreds upon thousands of people who need to be defended and you will be fulfilling a very important role should you decide that it is the one for you. You might find yourself practicing privately, or you might simply realize that you are interested in becoming a public defender, a position which can be grueling but a... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5148/How-to-Become-a-Defense-Attorney/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 23:04:53 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5149/How-to-Become-a-Solicitor/ In countries like Ireland, the United Kingdom, and Australia, the profession of legal practice is divided between solicitors and barristers. In the sense of the word, both are counterparts of lawyers (as the U.S. and some other countries call their legal professionals). If you live in a country that has divisions of legal practice like this (in Scotland, barristers are known as advocates) and want to know how to become a solicitor, then this article will serve to guide you on how to be one.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5149/How-to-Become-a-Solicitor/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 23:08:43 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5150/How-to-Become-a-Magistrate/ You can make money in a legal profession without being a judge or lawyer. The way of making money this way without being relegated to being a law clerk or a paralegal is to become a magistrate. A magistrate has the ability to enforce the law in a localized area to a certain extent. Magistrates help lighten the load of judges by taking on smaller cases so that judges can focus on more complex cases.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5150/How-to-Become-a-Magistrate/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 23:11:52 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5151/Becoming-an-Attorney-in-Canada/ Many people seek to become lawyers, and they do so for any number of reasons, from intellectual curiosity to a desire to serve the common good, or wanting to make money. Getting there takes a number of careful steps, starting from getting a college degree, gaining admission into a law school program, graduating with a doctor of jurisprudence, passing the Provincial Bar Exam, and joining the Provincial Law Society.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5151/Becoming-an-Attorney-in-Canada/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 23:16:17 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5152/How-to-Start-a-Process-Server-Company/ Process server jobs require that you work with lawyers and individuals to serve legal papers to people on a daily basis. It is a job and business that is constantly changing, and every day is different. If you're looking for a business that is always changing, presenting new challenges, and requires a lot of thinking-on-your-feet mentality, then starting a process server company might be right up your alley.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5152/How-to-Start-a-Process-Server-Company/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 23:19:54 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5153/How-to-Become-a-Supreme-Court-Judge/ The Supreme Court of the United States is the highest court in the land, dealing with interpreting and carrying out the law. An attorney who becomes a Supreme Court judge or justice has received the highest honor in their profession and carries a lot of power.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5153/How-to-Become-a-Supreme-Court-Judge/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 23:23:28 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5154/How-to-Become-a-Bail-Bondsman-in-Virginia/ Many people find that they have an interest in becoming a bail bondsman in Virginia but simply do not know how to go about it. What exactly is the interest though? It could be that there is a lot of money to be made. It also could be that it allows someone to work with the law, to an extent. Maybe it is because some people simply have a passion for those who are in trouble with the law. Other times it is because television shows have made such careers out to be glorious and exciting. Bounty h... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5154/How-to-Become-a-Bail-Bondsman-in-Virginia/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 23:28:24 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5155/How-to-Become-a-Sheriff-for-Palm-Beach-County/ If you are interested in a career that will challenge you and allow you the opportunity to grow professionally, you may be interested to learn how to become a sheriff for Palm Beach County in the beautiful state of Florida. By electing to work in the field of Criminal Justice, you are assuming a position in which you can work with the local government systems in order to �aid, protect, and serve� the citizens of the community. The Sheriff's Office located in Palm Beach County is... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5155/How-to-Become-a-Sheriff-for-Palm-Beach-County/ Silas Reed 2009-06-17 23:32:28 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5079/Venable-Brings-on-8-for-Tax-Practice/ Venable Brings on 8 for Tax PracticeAlameda County to Cut 29 AttorneysBryan Cave Cuts Salaries http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5079/Venable-Brings-on-8-for-Tax-Practice/ 2009-06-16 00:00:06 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5080/Cincinnati-Law-Firm-Announces-Apprenticeship-Program/ The Cincinnati law firm of Frost Brown Todd LLC has launched an apprenticeship program for new associates starting with the company. The new recruits will start at a lower salary and the first 1,000 hours of their employment will be within the firm's apprenticeship program.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5080/Cincinnati-Law-Firm-Announces-Apprenticeship-Program/ Christine Cristiano 2009-06-16 00:42:38 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5081/Lawyers-Are-Not-Without-Heart/ This article talks about Law Firms and how they are responding to the economic crunch in an unusual way and the public applauds their efforts. Law Firms are lending out new hires who are coming on board to wait it out for a year doing public interest work by consulting for non-profit corporations or an advocacy groups. In some cases the lawyer can choose the community beneficiary to help and the Law Firms contract to subsidize their work for a year!... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5081/Lawyers-Are-Not-Without-Heart/ 2009-06-16 00:46:21 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5082/Richard-Divine-A-Community-s-Most-Memorable-Lawyer/ This article talks about a Lawyer that has won the praise of his local constituency. Richard Divine accomplished this with his work for his city and the community as an aide to Chicago Mayor Richard J. Daley and as First Assistant to Cook County, Illinois, State's Attorney Richard M. Daley.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5082/Richard-Divine-A-Community-s-Most-Memorable-Lawyer/ 2009-06-16 00:49:50 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5083/Document-Review-Attorney/ This article talks about Document Review Attorneys, a growing field. They peruse electronic documents to determine if information is relevant to the court case or investigation at hand. The Document Reviewer is a position that helps attorneys that have large cases to become efficient. Your tool is usually a concordance or similar software.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5083/Document-Review-Attorney/ 2009-06-16 00:56:20 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5084/Baylor-Law-School-The-Best-Law-School-in-Texas/ This article talks about the best law school in Texas, Baylor Law School. The School was given recent coverage in Texas newspapers as claiming the highest bar pass rate of 97%. Thirty four students took the bar exam and 33 passed the first time. Dean of Baylor credits this to their approach of integrating legal theory with practical skills training. ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5084/Baylor-Law-School-The-Best-Law-School-in-Texas/ 2009-06-16 01:03:34 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5085/LSAT-Secrets/ This article talks about one of the best study guides on the market for the LSAT with its approach of teaching you how to take the standardized tests and pass. Many students study the material for months but creators of LSAT Secrets know it is not just about the material and they teach you ''how to take the test''.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5085/LSAT-Secrets/ 2009-06-16 01:12:05 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5086/Litigation-Support-Specialists-Need-a-Bachelor-Degree/ This article talks about the Litigation Support Specialist positions which have appeared in Law Firms through the past 10 years. Attorneys with hefty litigation cases are finding the Litigation Support Specialist with a bachelor degree can provide assistance with needed litigation work and the firm can lower litigation costs.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5086/Litigation-Support-Specialists-Need-a-Bachelor-Degree/ 2009-06-16 01:16:14 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5087/Human-Resource-Assistant-for-Law-Firms/ A Human Resource Assistant performs the same duties in a Legal Firm that are needed in any kind of business that hires employees. Large Legal Firms will have a greater number of new employees each year as new graduates are hired. There may be opportunities for the Human Resource Assistant to attend Job Fairs or Colleges to help in representing the firm. ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5087/Human-Resource-Assistant-for-Law-Firms/ 2009-06-16 01:25:43 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5088/How-to-Write-a-Bar-Exam-Essay/ When you are in a place where are you facing a bar exam essay, it can be tough to really pull your head together. When you think about the fact that so few students pass the bar exam on their first try, and when it is writing essays that throw them off, it's frankly terrifying; but the truth of the matter is that you can do it! If you have the proper knowledge behind you to back it up, the exam is no problem. Any legal profession will place a high premium on writing skills, and chances are go... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5088/How-to-Write-a-Bar-Exam-Essay/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 13:03:18 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5089/How-to-Write-a-Law-School-Essay/ Have you been dreaming about becoming a lawyer? Perhaps you hope for the day when you can step into a courtroom to plead a case before judge and jury. Or maybe you want to become a lawyer because you want to help justice prevail and to protect the common man. Whatever the reason, choosing a career in law can be a noble thing. However, you cannot simply decide to become a lawyer. Once you have made that decision you must obtain a degree from an accredited law school, and sometimes that is easi... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5089/How-to-Write-a-Law-School-Essay/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 13:33:02 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5090/Ways-to-Become-a-Judge/ There are a lot of people out there wondering just how someone becomes a judge. Since they make money easily, it is no wonder that there is such a large interest in it. If you are someone that is looking into how you can begin making money as a judge then you will want to pay attention. There are a lot of steps to take and it is not always going to be easy. The important thing is though that you keep pushing forward. Even though it can be a long process from start to finish it is certainly wo... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5090/Ways-to-Become-a-Judge/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 13:52:29 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5091/How-to-Apply-for-the-West-Virginia-Bar-Exam/ There are several things that you can do to be sure that you are able to apply for the bar exam in a way that is going to be easy for you and a way that is going to give you the best shot at sitting for the exam when you would like to. It is important for you to think about the ways in which you will be able to become qualified for the correct bar exam, and the ways in which you are going to be able to apply for the exam easily and quickly.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5091/How-to-Apply-for-the-West-Virginia-Bar-Exam/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 14:21:24 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5092/How-to-Apply-for-the-Wyoming-Bar-Exam/ There are several things that are important for you to consider as you are starting a career as a lawyer. In order to be successful as an attorney, there are a few things that you are going to have to do. You are going to have to be sure that you have the right educational level so that you can be successful with your career. Also, you need to be sure that after you have finished your education, you take the Wyoming bar exam so that you can enter into the most successful station of your lifeÃ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5092/How-to-Apply-for-the-Wyoming-Bar-Exam/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 14:32:15 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5093/How-to-Apply-for-the-New-York-Bar-Exam/ Be prepared to start early. The New York Bar Exam is held twice a year on the last Tuesday and Wednesday in February and in July. But you have to apply in advance, and you should be studying for at least three to four months before the submission period for the test dates you have chosen.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5093/How-to-Apply-for-the-New-York-Bar-Exam/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 14:43:06 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5094/How-to-Apply-for-the-Rhode-Island-Bar-Exam/ When you want to be a lawyer or an attorney in Rhode Island, one of the most important things is going to be that you are able to apply for the bar exam. In fact, in order to enter into the law field, there are two main things that you need to do: you need to have a good education with the right type of law degree, and you also need to have taken and passed the Rhode Island Bar Exam. Therefore, you want to be sure that you have focused your talents on the various things that you could have do... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5094/How-to-Apply-for-the-Rhode-Island-Bar-Exam/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 15:16:34 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5095/How-to-Apply-for-the-Washington-State-Bar-Exam/ When you want to work in the law field, there are two main things that are required of you so that you know you will be a good lawyer and so that you know you have what it takes to complete all of the necessary tasks. There are going to be a few main things that you will want to do as you are working towards your profession in law. First of all, be sure that you have the education that you need. Your education is going to be highly important because it will give you a chance to show what you ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5095/How-to-Apply-for-the-Washington-State-Bar-Exam/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 15:24:50 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5096/How-to-Apply-for-the-Kentucky-Bar-Exam/ When you want to work in the law profession in any state, you need to be sure that you are certified to do so. There are two main things that you need for your certification, and if you don't have those two things, you won't be able to get a job as an attorney. You want to be sure that you first have the right type of education. In order to become a lawyer or an attorney, you are going to need to have gone to college, grad school, and law school. The next thing that you are going to need to d... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5096/How-to-Apply-for-the-Kentucky-Bar-Exam/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 15:39:40 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5097/How-to-Apply-for-the-Maryland-Bar-Exam/ There are several different things that you are going to want to be sure to do in your life if you want to become a lawyer or an attorney in the state of Maryland. Something that you are going to need to be sure of is that you have the right type of education to become a lawyer or an attorney. It will require you to have a degree in law, so you will need to go to graduate school and to law school to make sure that you have the right degree. It is also going to become important for you to take... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5097/How-to-Apply-for-the-Maryland-Bar-Exam/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 15:45:47 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5098/How-to-Apply-for-the-Nebraska-Bar-Exam/ When you want to apply to be an attorney, or to work in another law-related field, the test that you need to take to be able to get there is called the bar exam. This is an exam that is going to be a chance for you to show off what you know and how much you know, and it is going to allow you to have the information that you need to be able to showcase all of the various components of your knowledge in order enter the bar association. Therefore, when you are looking at taking the Nebraska bar ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5098/How-to-Apply-for-the-Nebraska-Bar-Exam/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 16:17:34 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5099/How-to-Apply-for-the-New-Mexico-Bar-Exam/ There are several important things that you want to do when you are applying for the New Mexico bar exam. First of all, you need to be sure that you have the right education to qualify you to sit for the bar exam, because that is going to be one of the most important things that you can do. Secondly, you need to be sure that you have applied correctly for the bar exam, so that you can be sure you are going to be able to sit for the exam you would like to sit for. These are the things that you... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5099/How-to-Apply-for-the-New-Mexico-Bar-Exam/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 16:32:15 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5100/How-to-Become-a-Supreme-Court-Justice/ With the retirement of Justice David Souter, the news media is focusing on how President Obama will fill the impending vacancy on the nation's highest court. While it's too late to get into the game for this go around, there are significant perks to being a Supreme Court Justice.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5100/How-to-Become-a-Supreme-Court-Justice/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 16:46:20 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5101/How-to-Find-a-Good-Seminar-on-the-Legal-Profession/ Are you someone who is interested in the practice of law and becoming an attorney? You'll find that getting a legal position is something that many people think about but few follow through with. The truth of the matter is that law is a profession which is shrouded in mystery for many people, and though they are aware of the benefits, they are also aware of the challenges that might be facing them. Take some time and really consider what your options are going to be when it comes to figuring ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5101/How-to-Find-a-Good-Seminar-on-the-Legal-Profession/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 16:54:50 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5102/How-to-Find-Alternative-Uses-for-a-Law-Degree/ There are several reasons that a person with a law degree will decide to turn away from the legal profession. Sometimes they realize once they begin to practice law that the endless research and mountains of paperwork aren't for them. Other times, they may simply decide that the legal profession is not a good fit for them. Or, they may have ventured out, intending to practice, but found that the industry is saturated and they cannot find a job as a lawyer. Whatever the case, they may find the... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5102/How-to-Find-Alternative-Uses-for-a-Law-Degree/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 17:04:04 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5103/How-to-Become-a-Court-Investigator/ If you have a passion for the law but you see yourself as being more of the detective type than the lawyer type, a career as a court investigator may be right for you. Many people find detective work to not only be fun but extremely rewarding as well. But can people really become a detective and get paid for it? You can if you want to be a court investigator. The type of investigations you would be working on would vary case by case. This means that there will always be a little something tha... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5103/How-to-Become-a-Court-Investigator/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 17:08:48 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5104/Becoming-a-Supreme-Court-Justice/ If you aspire to be a Supreme Court Justice for the United States, you have high aspirations indeed. To be a Supreme Court Justice would make you one of the most powerful, and one of the most responsibility-charged, people in the nation. Your responsibility, of course, would be to interpret the laws of the U.S. Constitution and to apply those interpretations to cases that are brought for appeal before the Court. Supreme Court decisions about a case are final. They cannot be overturned or appe... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5104/Becoming-a-Supreme-Court-Justice/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 17:16:14 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5105/How-to-Become-a-Legal-Researcher/ Lawyers are generally very busy people. That's because they sometimes take on many cases within the same time frame. They're so busy that they can't do all the legal researching themselves. That's where Legal Researchers come in. If you're considering a career in legal research or want to do freelance researching because you're fascinated by the law, then this article will serve as a guide on how to become a legal researcher.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5105/How-to-Become-a-Legal-Researcher/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 17:23:01 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5106/How-to-Become-a-Real-Estate-Lawyer/ Being a real estate lawyer or attorney is not an easy-going profession. It includes lots of hard work. If you want to become a real estate attorney or lawyer, then this real estate law also involves the similar educational qualification level and background and also the level of difficulty that is involved in any other field of law. However, the advantages of becoming a real estate attorney are something quite different from other laws. Your opportunities will be really wide open if you do ha... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5106/How-to-Become-a-Real-Estate-Lawyer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 17:29:58 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5107/How-to-Become-a-Litigator/ There are two basic kinds of lawyers. One is the corporate (or transactional) lawyer, and the other one is the litigation attorney. If you're one of those people who dream about doing what those lawyers do on television shows like Boston Legal and LA Law, or you're excited about every John Grisham novel that comes out, then you're probably thinking of employment in the litigation area. In contrast to the transactional lawyer (who's usually based as a counselor for companies, negotiates deals,... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5107/How-to-Become-a-Litigator/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 17:45:59 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5108/How-to-Become-a-Family-Lawyer/ Many people find that they end up looking into the possibility of becoming an attorney because they want to help people more than they want the amount of money that can be earned. Of course, attorneys do make a lot of money, and that is something that is a bonus. The thing is, though, a lawyer who is only in it for the money will not be a good lawyer. An attorney that is in it for the right reasons and has a true passion for the law will find that he or she will not only make a lot of money, ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5108/How-to-Become-a-Family-Lawyer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 17:59:56 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5109/How-to-Become-a-Law-Clerk/ For those that want to be involved with the law in one degree or another, becoming a law clerk is oftentimes a great way to go. The law clerk is a great stepping stone and a way to earn some money while getting ready to officially become an attorney. But what is a law clerk? Is it something that someone can work from home with? Can a work at home arrangement be made for such a position?... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5109/How-to-Become-a-Law-Clerk/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 18:06:30 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5110/How-to-File-a-Petition-for-Habeas-Corpus/ Habeas corpus is a Latin legal term. It means "you have the body." The purpose of a habeas corpus is to fight against unlawful detention. When a habeas corpus is filed it is asking the court to make a judgment about whether or not the prisoner is being unlawfully detained. The right to file habeas corpus is considered an essential right that helps to ensure that nobody in this country is unlawfully detained.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5110/How-to-File-a-Petition-for-Habeas-Corpus/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 18:12:36 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5111/How-to-Become-a-Personal-Injury-Lawyer/ Many people already know that getting involved in any job that works with the law makes an incredible amount of money. It is important to see, though, that one of the higher-paying jobs is that of a lawyer. Attorneys make an amazing amount of money because the need for them is go great. There is the lawyer that has hourly fees and then there are those who earn a percentage of the amount of money that is awarded to their client. Although both types of attorneys make an incredible amount of mon... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5111/How-to-Become-a-Personal-Injury-Lawyer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 18:18:57 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5112/How-to-Become-a-Bankruptcy-Lawyer/ When it comes to selecting a career that will not only be personal rewarding but financially rewarding as well, your best bet is to become an attorney. But it is not as simple as that. An attorney is not just an attorney, so it is important to make sure that you know just what field it is that you want to get involved in. The law is complex, and because of this, there are lawyers for just about every type of problem that could ever come about. Many people find that becoming a bankruptcy attor... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5112/How-to-Become-a-Bankruptcy-Lawyer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 18:28:35 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5113/How-to-Become-a-Divorce-Lawyer/ Whether you are attracted to the money or to the idea of being able to negotiate for people who need the help, you'll find that taking a look at divorce law is something that you should consider. Divorce law is something that occasionally gets a nasty rap because of the charged feelings involved, but the truth of the matter is that there is a lot that this branch of law has to offer the right person. If you are someone who is drawn to divorce law or you are considering it for other reasons, y... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5113/How-to-Become-a-Divorce-Lawyer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 18:37:12 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5114/How-to-Become-an-ACLU-Lawyer/ When you are in a place where you are thinking about finding a career that will please you both morally and ethically as well as financially, you may find that your path takes you in the direction of the ACLU. There are many responsibilities that an ACLU lawyer might undertake, but if you have a thorough understanding of the law, and if you are familiar with the ACLU's stance on the issues that it has chosen to represent, you may find that this is a position that to keep in mind. This organiz... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5114/How-to-Become-an-ACLU-Lawyer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 18:49:10 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5115/How-to-Become-a-Corporate-Lawyer/ A corporate attorney is the one who mostly will work in the legal departments in the field of business or else will work as a legal adviser to any of the business corporations or can work privately. The main work of the corporate attorneys will be in the works that will be dealing with issues of taxes, acquisitions, mergers, amalgamations, and rights of the employees. In short, a corporate attorney's work is to ensure that the commercial transactions are going on in legal way. For a corporate... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5115/How-to-Become-a-Corporate-Lawyer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-16 19:00:42 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5063/How-to-Apply-for-the-New-Hampshire-Bar-Exam/ When you are interested in becoming a lawyer in New Hampshire there are several things that you are going to have to do. One of them is to complete your education, because without the proper education you will not be able to become an attorney in New Hampshire. In order to work in the law field in any state or in any place, you need to be sure that you are working within New Hampshire to get your law degree and to work with everyone involved. Therefore, the first step in applying for the New ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5063/How-to-Apply-for-the-New-Hampshire-Bar-Exam/ Silas Reed 2009-06-15 11:51:32 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5064/How-to-Apply-for-the-South-Dakota-Bar-Exam/ There are many different things that you might have on your to do list when you want to become a lawyer in the state of South Dakota. The first thing that you need to do is to be able to have the right type of education. This is very important because it will help you show that you are serious about the job you are doing, and that you are going to be able to commit to the type of work that you want to be doing as well. It is important for you to be able to show this, because this is going to ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5064/How-to-Apply-for-the-South-Dakota-Bar-Exam/ Silas Reed 2009-06-15 12:05:58 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5065/How-to-Become-a-Bail-Bondsman-in-Georgia/ A bail bondsman is very important. When a person gets put into jail, a bail bondsman can make bail for them, and then can collect the bail, with interest, from the person who needed it. This can be a great business for you to get into, so it is important to figure out how to become a bail bondsman in Georgia.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5065/How-to-Become-a-Bail-Bondsman-in-Georgia/ Silas Reed 2009-06-15 12:42:09 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5066/How-to-Become-a-Guardian-Ad-Litem/ Sometimes getting an attorney is not the only answer to helping a child who might be caught up in their parents divorce or separation. A lawyer cannot do everything, since he has a lot of responsibility for the things that he is hired to do. This goes not just for children, but for anyone who is dependent upon the protection or care of another, such as a senior citizen who is being taken care of by their own children. A system of caring for those who are dependent necessarily has many cracks ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5066/How-to-Become-a-Guardian-Ad-Litem/ Silas Reed 2009-06-15 13:07:52 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5067/How-to-Become-a-Lawyer/ The laws of the Divine are beyond our grasp and certainly can be inscrutable at times. Those made by man, on the other hand, are more accessible; but that does not mean that they are easily understood. The rules, as man makes them, are numerous and often confusing, a result of millennia of developing civilizations. In ancient times, the codes of conduct were few as life was simple, so everyone had a good grasp of the rules. As we advanced, so did the need for more governance and guidelines fo... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5067/How-to-Become-a-Lawyer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-15 13:16:50 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5068/How-to-Become-an-Attorney/ One common question that students ask is how to become an attorney. It's not an easy process, and takes a minimum of seven years of schooling before you can take the test that will lead to employment in the legal field. Sometimes it takes even longer, especially if you're planning to get into a specialty field, such as one requiring medical knowledge. Let's take a look at the process you'll need to go through if you want to become an attorney.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5068/How-to-Become-an-Attorney/ Silas Reed 2009-06-15 13:43:33 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5069/Becoming-a-Paralegal/ When you are interested in a career in law and you are not interested in becoming a lawyer, it might be time for you to consider a career as a paralegal! A paralegal is a person who assists lawyers in many aspects of legal work, and while they are not authorized by the government to do anything like offer legal aid or to act as officers of the court, they are still a vital part of the way that legal professionals fulfill their duties.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5069/Becoming-a-Paralegal/ Silas Reed 2009-06-15 14:29:18 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5070/How-to-Become-a-Prisoner-Advocate/ Unfortunately, there are many people who are serving time in our prisons today. It is even more unfortunate that while these people are paying dearly for what they did by serving out their sentences, they are, often times, deprived of the most basic civil rights that we all take for granted in this nation. While we may all agree that one has to suffer the consequences of his/her actions when breaking the law, it follows that we also agree that the laws of the land must be upheld under all cir... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5070/How-to-Become-a-Prisoner-Advocate/ Silas Reed 2009-06-15 14:39:32 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5071/How-to-Choose-an-Online-Law-School/ As technology has improved and the Internet has become widespread, more and more traditional services are being offered through the web. The world of distance learning has exploded in the last five years, making it possible for people in all places and from all backgrounds to gain a higher education. There are now many law schools and law degree programs available on the Internet, begging the question, how do you go about choosing an online law school?... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5071/How-to-Choose-an-Online-Law-School/ Silas Reed 2009-06-15 15:35:37 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5072/How-to-Find-a-Christian-Lawyer/ Even though some may say that the law is the law so it does not matter which attorney you go with, this not always the case. Many times, clients with deep religious beliefs are much better off going with an attorney who has the same values as they do. The law is not always black and white, which means that it is vital to make sure that you are going with a Christian lawyer if you are a Christian. The Christian lawyer will be able to understand you, your beliefs regarding marriage and divorce,... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5072/How-to-Find-a-Christian-Lawyer/ Silas Reed 2009-06-15 15:48:28 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5073/How-to-Find-the-Right-Scoping-School/ There are several things that you are going to want to do as you are looking to find the right scoping school for your needs. When you are looking for a school you can attend that will teach you what you need to know and that will help you become the person that you want to be, it is very important to follow a few guidelines so that you know you are going to get the most out of the school.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5073/How-to-Find-the-Right-Scoping-School/ Silas Reed 2009-06-15 15:55:55 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5074/How-to-Make-100-Dollars-an-Hour-by-Participating-in-Mock-Trials/ If you're looking for a way to make money and you'd like to find that way pretty quickly, consider getting involved in mock trials. As crazy as this may sound at first, it's possible for you to make about $100 an hour participating in these simulations of courtroom drama.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5074/How-to-Make-100-Dollars-an-Hour-by-Participating-in-Mock-Trials/ Silas Reed 2009-06-15 16:30:35 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5075/How-to-Make-Money-from-Online-Jury-Duty/ When you are ready to take advantage of the things that you can do on the Internet and at home, you'll find that you can really take control over your own life, and you can become someone who is able to get the ball rolling when it comes to the life that they would like to lead. You can be sure to take advantage of these sorts of things, and through them, you can really figure out who you are and what you can accomplish. Working for online jury duty is one of the ways that you can use the Int... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5075/How-to-Make-Money-from-Online-Jury-Duty/ Silas Reed 2009-06-15 16:49:41 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5076/How-to-Prepare-for-Court-Educators-Subpoenaed-as-Witnesses/ When you're being subpoenaed as a witness, you should always remember one important thing: Presentation is everything. When you testify for a court proceeding, you are not only giving evidence, but you are also presenting yourself and your words as a claimant to the truth. Even though it's just your opinion, you need to be convincing enough to demonstrate your sincere and honest viewpoint on the subject matter. One example is neutrality. Here's how that would work; if the case is about a divo... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5076/How-to-Prepare-for-Court-Educators-Subpoenaed-as-Witnesses/ Silas Reed 2009-06-15 17:03:32 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5077/How-to-Study-for-the-MPRE/ The MPRE, or Multistate Professional Responsibility Examination, is a test that is taken in addition to the bar exam. Its purpose is to determine whether the student of law has complete understanding of the personal morals and professional ethics required to be an attorney. Almost all of the states require passing this test in order to practice law. Basically standardized in form, and consisting of multiple choice questions, this test can be taken in March, August, and November. There is no l... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5077/How-to-Study-for-the-MPRE/ Silas Reed 2009-06-15 17:18:36 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5078/How-to-Use-Westlaw/ When you are looking for information about law and about laws in general, you might want to use a database that can help you. Westlaw is a database that is searchable, one that can provide you with information about regulations, cases, court briefs, administrative opinions, and articles on law. For anyone who is a law student or who wants to look at the various issues that include laws of different types and court cases, Westlaw is one of the best resources that is available to them. You can ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5078/How-to-Use-Westlaw/ Silas Reed 2009-06-15 17:57:54 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5059/Law-Students-Learn-About-Social-and-Economic-Justice-Issues-at-Conference/ The Minority Outreach Program of the Lawyers Coordinating Committee (LCC) sponsored a conference at the American Federation of Labor - Congress of Industrial Organization's headquarters (AFL-CIO) in Washington, D.C. The June 5-6 conference was host to 26 law students who had the opportunity to participate in the law clerk training and conference and learn about the ongoing battle for social and economic justice. The AFL-CIO is a ''voluntary federation of 56 national and international labor un... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5059/Law-Students-Learn-About-Social-and-Economic-Justice-Issues-at-Conference/ Christine Cristiano 2009-06-11 23:32:42 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5060/How-to-Apply-for-the-Arkansas-Bar-Exam/ When you want to be a lawyer or an attorney in Arkansas, one of the main things that you have to do is make sure that you have passed the Arkansas bar exam, because this is going to be what shows that you have the know-how and the experience that it takes to work in that field. Therefore, applying for the Arkansas bar exam is something that is going to be very important to your future career.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5060/How-to-Apply-for-the-Arkansas-Bar-Exam/ Silas Reed 2009-06-12 15:25:31 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5061/How-to-Apply-for-the-Indiana-Bar-Exam/ Now that you've finished law school, you're fairly certain that's it, and you can go ahead and become an attorney! Unfortunately, that's not totally accurate; as a matter of fact, there are a few more things that you need to do, including one final test. It's a shame really that you went through all those exams, term papers, and even managed to walk the graduation line just to face one more test, but when you're involved in a lawsuit and have to hire a lawyer, you'll understand why you were m... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5061/How-to-Apply-for-the-Indiana-Bar-Exam/ Silas Reed 2009-06-12 17:09:45 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5062/How-to-Apply-for-the-Maine-Bar-Exam/ When you are ready to become an attorney, and you want to do so within the state of Maine, there are a few things that you are going to want to be sure to do so that you can be as sure as possible that you are ready for the exam. First of all, you need to have the knowledge; and the best, most appropriate way to gain the knowledge is by having the right law school degree. This is very important because it will help you ensure that you can get all of the right information about your future as ... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5062/How-to-Apply-for-the-Maine-Bar-Exam/ Silas Reed 2009-06-12 17:37:34 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5058/How-to-Find-Court-Reporting-Schools-in-the-US/ Many people are deciding that they need to return to school so that they can earn more money than they already do. Economic times are becoming tough, and individuals are struggling to keep up with economy. Supporting your family isn†t as easy as it has been in the past; now you have to do a lot more just to make ends meet. Court reporting is also sometimes referred to as court stenography, and it proves to be a really good career choice if it is something you are interested in. It usually p... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5058/How-to-Find-Court-Reporting-Schools-in-the-US/ Silas Reed 2009-06-11 18:29:46 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5057/Fire-Investigators-Often-Called-Fire-Cops-/ This article talks about specially trained individuals who investigate fires. You have seen them in the movies and on criminal TV shows. They investigate fire damages to determine how a fire was started and even evidence that might link someone to the fire if it was a crime. What does it take to be a Fire Investigator?... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5057/Fire-Investigators-Often-Called-Fire-Cops-/ 2009-06-10 00:29:44 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5048/Dentons-Squire-Sanders-Consider-Transatlantic-Merger/ Dentons, Squire Sanders Consider Transatlantic MergerDLA Piper to Keep Only 35% of Incoming TraineesMcDermott Lays Off 25 Associates, 47 Staff http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5048/Dentons-Squire-Sanders-Consider-Transatlantic-Merger/ 2009-06-09 00:45:08 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5049/Sarah-T-Hughes-Women-Lawyers-of-Achievement-Award-Winner-Announced/ Jeanne C. ''Cezy'' Collins, an IP litigator with the law firm of Kemp Smith in El Paso, Texas will be awarded the Sarah T. Hughes Women Lawyers of Achievement Award later this month. Collins will be presented with the prestigious award at the State Bar of Texas Annual meeting to be held in Texas on June 25 - 26.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5049/Sarah-T-Hughes-Women-Lawyers-of-Achievement-Award-Winner-Announced/ Christine Cristiano 2009-06-09 00:58:45 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5050/How-is-the-Economy-Affecting-Lawyers-/ This Article talks about the economic atmosphere and researches to see which areas are hot and which are going cold for the legal profession. What is expected to happen in Law firms throughout this year? Will any programs from the Federal Government provide relief for Attorneys?... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5050/How-is-the-Economy-Affecting-Lawyers-/ 2009-06-09 01:06:53 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5051/Thomas-J-Wiencek-Labor-Lawyer-from-Ohio/ Thomas J. Wiencek was certified by the Ohio State Bar Association to be a specialist in Labor Law. Attorney Wiencek is the man to speak to when the employer demands a sophisticated knowledge level and a passion for labor law. If the stakes are high, this is the Labor Lawyer to call.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5051/Thomas-J-Wiencek-Labor-Lawyer-from-Ohio/ 2009-06-09 01:18:21 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5052/Labor-Attorneys-Top-of-the-List/ This article talks about Labor Attorneys and the responsibilities they manage. We will also cover the top ten Labor Attorneys. Labor laws can be detailed and unique from other types of law and it often requires a professional well-versed in labor law. Annually the top 100 Labor Attorneys are named, 9 attorneys from the same firm are rated top in their specialty as Labor Attorneys.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5052/Labor-Attorneys-Top-of-the-List/ 2009-06-09 01:25:12 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5053/Loyola-Law-School-Named-in-the-Top-Ten-by-the-Princeton-Review/ This article talks about the Loyola Law School which opened its doors in 1920 and was the first school approved by the American Bar Association in California. They were also first to make pro bono work a graduation requirement. Their highly rated faculty and academic rigor puts Loyola Law School in the Top Ten.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5053/Loyola-Law-School-Named-in-the-Top-Ten-by-the-Princeton-Review/ 2009-06-09 01:30:30 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5054/It-s-Law-School-You-are-Not-in-Kansas-Anymore-/ This article talks about Ken F. Hegland's book ''Introduction to the Study and Practice of Law in a Nutshell'' which is a must for the law student who (like Dorothy in the Wizard of OZ) arrives and recognizes ''I've a feeling we're not in Kansas anymore.'' No, you are in Law School, that wonderful place you dreamed of going and are now there. You managed under-graduate school and now you will adapt to Law School.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5054/It-s-Law-School-You-are-Not-in-Kansas-Anymore-/ 2009-06-09 01:34:35 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5055/Post-Closer-Real-Estate-Law-Still-Lives/ This article talks about the job of a ''post closer'' that is also titled ''loan closer'' and this job requires the employee or paralegal to handle the closing of commercial or residential real estate purchases. While real estate is suffering, President Obama has legislated incentives through the government to request banks make good solid loans to new, qualified home buyers. New home owners will also receive a substantial credit on their tax return to aid them after buying a residence.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5055/Post-Closer-Real-Estate-Law-Still-Lives/ 2009-06-09 01:37:45 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5056/Mass-Tort-Litigation-Paralegal/ This article talks about the Mass Tort Litigation Paralegal who assists Lawyers in a case that identifies a large number of plaintiffs who were wronged by a business, product or disaster and sues for damages and/or suffering. These are large cases and take a great deal of time and work to pull together. That is why the Mass Tort Litigation Paralegal is so vital to the attorney and firm.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5056/Mass-Tort-Litigation-Paralegal/ 2009-06-09 02:47:20 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5047/Thousands-Rally-After-Proposition-8-Ruling/ As predicted, on Saturday, thousands of activists for gay rights and same-sex marriages demonstrated in Fresno to renew their efforts to reverse the California Supreme Court's decision regarding the stay of Proposition 8. On Sunday, thousands of advocates against same-sex marriages took their turn rallying in Fresno and San Diego in celebration of the traditional marriage union and to show their appreciation to the California Supreme Court for its decision to ban same-sex marriages.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5047/Thousands-Rally-After-Proposition-8-Ruling/ Christine Cristiano 2009-06-05 02:17:29 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5046/Pennsylvania-s-List-of-Super-Lawyers-Announced/ The law firm of Eckert Seamans Cherin and Mellott recently announced that thirty-three of the firm's lawyers have been named as Pennsylvania Super Lawyers for 2009 by Law & Politics Media Inc, a publication of Key Professional Media Inc. The Super Lawyer magazine is a special supplement published and distributed in newspapers, and city and regional magazines nationwide.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5046/Pennsylvania-s-List-of-Super-Lawyers-Announced/ Christine Cristiano 2009-06-03 01:07:23 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5043/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Question:''I currently live on the East Coast and will be traveling to Los Angeles for an interview next week. I have heard a lot about how important it is to have ties to the city in which you are interviewing but the truth is that I have absolutely no ties and applied to this position simply because it is one of the few available in my area of practice. What should I say if I am asked about ties to the region?''... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5043/Could-you-use-an-expert-opinion-on-a-career-or-job-search-question-We-welcome-your-most-pressing-questions-and-are-here-to-provide-you-with-candid-straight-talking-career-advice-/ Veronica Pawlowski, Senior Recruiter 2009-06-02 01:35:18 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5044/Weil-Gotshal-Lays-Off-79-Staff/ Weil Gotshal Lays Off 79 StaffClifford Chance to Lay Off New York Litigation AssociatesKirkland Bankruptcy Lawyers Join Jones Day http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5044/Weil-Gotshal-Lays-Off-79-Staff/ 2009-06-02 01:42:43 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5045/California-Supreme-Court-Upholds-Proposition-8/ The results are in, on May 26th, the California Supreme Court upheld Proposition 8 banning same-sex marriages. However, the court was unanimous in its decision that all existing same-sex marriages that took place between the previous judicial order and the November election will be deemed legal. It is estimated that over 18,000 same-sex marriages were in question awaiting Tuesday's ruling, but the marriages will be continued to be recognized by the state of California.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5045/California-Supreme-Court-Upholds-Proposition-8/ Christine Cristiano 2009-06-02 01:50:32 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5035/Kirkland-Bankruptcy-Lawyers-Join-Jones-Day/ Kirkland Bankruptcy Lawyers Join Jones DayRopes & Gray Cuts Up to 40 AssociatesJones Day Freezes Support Staff Salaries http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5035/Kirkland-Bankruptcy-Lawyers-Join-Jones-Day/ 2009-05-29 22:01:37 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5036/Bloggers-Covered-Under-New-Proposed-Shield-Law-Bill/ Two Manhattan Democrats, State Senator Thomas K. Duane and Assemblywoman, Linda B. Rosenthal introduced a bill that would protect ''journalist bloggers'' who refuse to testify regarding information obtained through the duty of gathering news under the New York State's shield law.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5036/Bloggers-Covered-Under-New-Proposed-Shield-Law-Bill/ Christine Cristiano 2009-05-29 22:38:46 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5037/Are-You-a-Lawyer-Who-Needs-a-Legal-Staff-Consider-the-Virtual-Legal-Assistant/ This article talks about a more cost and time efficient way to operate your legal business. The Virtual Legal Assistant is a new online business that carries on business for attorneys without having to set up and hire their own legal staff. The Virtual Legal Assistant can provide legal secretarial, paralegal, receptionist and administrative assistant services tailored to the attorney's needs.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5037/Are-You-a-Lawyer-Who-Needs-a-Legal-Staff-Consider-the-Virtual-Legal-Assistant/ 2009-05-30 00:37:58 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5038/Darrell-W-Ringer-JD-MBA-a-Public-Favorite-in-W-Va-/ This article talks about Darrel W. Ringer, JD, MBA who is a well-know face and voice in the state of West Virginia. He hosts the popular PBS show entitled, ''The Law Works'' which airs weekly and discusses legal topics. He also provides commentary to West Virginia Public Radio and Television.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5038/Darrell-W-Ringer-JD-MBA-a-Public-Favorite-in-W-Va-/ 2009-05-30 00:46:52 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5039/What-is-a-Traffic-Attorney-and-When-Do-I-Need-One-/ This article talks about the ''Traffic Attorney'' and when it is necessary to hire one. What are the qualifications necessary and does experience matter? Your driving privileges are about to be revoked and you need help. You received a traffic ticket which in some circumstances can be a misdemeanor offense which entails community service, probation or even jail.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5039/What-is-a-Traffic-Attorney-and-When-Do-I-Need-One-/ 2009-05-30 00:52:42 http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5040/Virginia-Law-School-founded-by-Thomas-Jefferson-in-1819/ This article talks about one of the oldest Legal Institutions in the United States being founded by Thomas Jefferson in 1819. Virginia Law School is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. Approximately 5,500 students apply each year with a little over 350 students actually accepting and starting their first year at Virginia Law School.... http://www.lawcrossing.com/article/5040/Virginia-Law-School-founded-by-Thomas-Jefferson-in-1819/ 2009-05-30 00:59:07