Strategies to Streamline Your Personal Finances and Avoid Tedious Drudgery There's so much unpleasantness involved in keeping financial house — receipts that multiply like bunnies, the incessant parade of bills, ever-changing tax laws, retirement account acronyms, and a forest's worth of ''consumer agreements'' that become obsolete before trash pickup. I'm not sure which is more stressful: Trying to make smart money decisions or getting through... (4 views)
Plato Cacheris Joins New Law Firm: What to Know About the Legendary Lawyer's Move in 2021 For more than four decades, Plato Cacheris has been involved in some of the most high-profile cases of our time, from Watergate to Monicagate. LawCrossing speaks to the legendary attorney about his life at the bar, his new firm, and the dramatic changes he has seen in the legal profession. (1683 views)
Navigating Difficult Legal Scenarios: Tips & Tactics for Lawyers Tired of the same old, same old? You know, the hotel room that looks just like the last one you stayed in, and you wake up asking yourself, ''Now, exactly where am I?'' You will have no problem figuring out where you are in the hotels listed here. These unique dwellings offer you much more than just a spot to rest your head. They provide one-of-a-kind experiences. So,... (46 views)
E. Duane Smith: A Profile of the President of the National Court Reporters Association Ever considered becoming a court reporter? LawCrossing speaks with the president of the National Court Reporters' Association about the varied careers in stenography. (1206 views)
Tips on Pacing Yourself in Your Partnership: Advice from Harvard Law Grad David W. Quinto As a partner specializing in entertainment, Internet, and intellectual property litigation at Quinn Emanuel Urquhart Oliver & Hedges in Los Angeles, David W. Quinto has handled some decidedly cool cases and clients. He has represented the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the World Wrestling Federation, Mattel, and the America's Cup. He has battled... (629 views)
How A Paralegal Found Their Ideal Job - Tips & Advice for Job Seekers Wendy S. Cathers was recently named ''Rookie of the Year'' by Legal Assistant Today magazine. LawCrossing speaks with the Richards Layton and Finger paralegal about her accomplishments and her decision to switch careers and become a paralegal. (110 views)
Under the Sea: A Guide to Pursuing a Career in Marine Law Dubai, a city well known for its extravagance, is planning to build the world's first luxury underwater resort – Hydropolis. It's about time. We've waited too long for a lavish underwater habitat! (96 views)
Secrets to Launching Your Legal Career: What You Need to Know to Get Started Nothing says ''I'm filthy rich!'' like owning your own thoroughbred. Prove to everyone that your blood is bluer by getting a pedigreed racing horse to call your very own and an equestrian property to match. (17 views)
Careers in Law: A Walk on the Wild Side - Advice for Prospective Attorneys Put on your khaki shorts, load your film, and pack your bug spray. You're about to embark upon the adventure of a lifetime on an African safari! (9 views)
A Guide to Living in New York (the Big Apple) | Insider Advice & Tips Moving to New York City with a 30 million dollar budget? The Penthouse at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel boasts exquisite amenities, jaw-dropping views, 5 star service, and the most exclusive location in the city. (100 views)
Finding a Meaningful Career in Public Interest Law: What You Need to Know The Harvard Legal Aid Bureau is the oldest student-run law practice in the country, celebrating its 90th anniversary this year. Third-year Harvard Law student Jennifer Cannistra is in her second year with the Bureau, and, as far as public interest law goes, she's just getting started. (119 views)
Biotechnology Now a Key Practice Area for Leading Law Firms - A Guide for Biotech Legal Professionals As the biotechnology field continues to grow—from the creation of genetically engineered foods to the mapping of the human genome—so, too, does the law field representing it. (135 views)
Guy Danilowitz, Legal Assistant - Protecting the Underprivileged Through Law Raised in apartheid South Africa, Guy Danilowitz was just a young boy when he began questioning the law and why people obey laws if they are clearly unjust. LawCrossing talks with Mr. Danilowitz about his work in a civil rights law firm and his plans to go to law school. (621 views)
Grow Your Business with Governance Consulting Services | Tips to Get Started Law firms that have expertise in corporate governance issues have benefited from high-profile business scandals and mismanagement that have made Enron Corp. and WorldCom Inc. front-page news. (6 views)
How Jeffrey Hughes Built A Successful Coffee Shop Law Practice With Legal Grind Thirsty for justice? Jeffrey Hughes' two Legal Grind cafes in the Los Angeles area offer ''Coffee and Counsel'' to those who may not otherwise seek legal advice. Through his innovative venture, Hughes has worked hard to both provide a valuable service to his community and change the public perception of attorneys. (3692 views)
Jack Levin: Senior Partner of Kirkland Ellis - A Look into His Successful Legal Career Jack Levin's admirable career has allowed him to take on legal roles as diverse as law professor at a few top law schools, author of some of the most important corporate law literature in the field and partner at one of the most revered law firms in the country. He sits down and talks about all of them with us, and gives insight into the evolution of the corporate law... (4033 views)
David Boies, Managing Partner at Boies Schiller Flexner: A Profile of Leadership Any attorney's career that can count winning a major decision against Microsoft as one of its highlights obviously qualifies that attorney for inclusion among the industry's elite. Add to the mix a major role in the 2000 case that would ultimately decide who would serve as president and a client roster that includes the likes of the New York Yankees, Calvin Klein, Tyco,... (755 views)
Former Michigan Governor and Fmr Detroit Mayor Dennis Archer - Success in Legal Practice and High Profile Positions Trial lawyer, professor, law firm chairman, supreme court judge, big city mayor, first African-American president of the American Bar Association. This week we profile Dennis Archer, a man who's done most everything the legal profession has to offer. (291 views)
Uncover the Secrets of Successful Legal Staffers: Advice from Real Pros Do you have a question about working in the legal profession? About LawCrossing? No matter the topic, + send us an e-mail and we'll be glad to answer it for you! (202 views)
Recruiting Technical Specialists for Legal Firms: Strategies for Profitable Hiring During the height of the technology boom, law firms were increasingly taking on technical specialists who could provide valuable help on patent work. Is this a viable job option for people with scientific backgrounds and no legal degree? (2018 views)
Hire the Right Person for the Job: Harnessing the Benefits of Good Hiring Practices in Legal Firms As far as Bernice Davenport is concerned, students can't visit her office too much. As Director of Career Services at Thomas M. Cooley Law School, Davenport wants to see her students come back again and again so she can help them with their job searches. ''I want them in my face. If they're in our faces, they become the ones at the top of our heads, who we think of first... (204 views)
Career Success for Attorneys: Alyssa Hammond is the Director of Career Services at New England School of Law Among other things, Alyssa Hammond offers tips on how evening law students should focus their job searches in order to get on an equal footing with full-time law students in the job market. (49 views)
How Matthew L. Pascocello Is Leveraging His Legal Marketing Experience as Assistant Director of Alumni Counseling at American University Washington College of Law For the first edition of our new weekly column, Career Counselor's Corner, we spoke with Matthew Pascocello from the Career Services office at American University's Washington College of Law to find out how he got to where he is today and how he goes about helping countless students and alumni each year. (171 views)
5 Reasons to Work at Sidley Austin Brown Wood LLP A Look Inside the Leading Law Firm Recently rated by American Law Journal as the nation's top corporate firm, Sidley, Austin, Brown & Wood is a preeminent domestic firm with a strong international presence. (376 views)
Securing Attorney Positions at Finnegan Henderson Farabow Garrett Dunner Law Firm | LawCrossing When top corporations need intellectual property work done, Finnegan Henderson is generally on the short list of firms considered. As a result, the firm is also on the short list of every top IP lawyer looking for work. (177 views)
Land Your Dream Job at Cravath Swaine & Moore - Tips and Advice for Job Seekers Though not the largest of firms, Cravath, Swain & Moore is certainly one of the heavyweights of the legal profession. Known for its rich history, imposing name, stringent hiring process and dedication to excellence, Cravath is a consensus standard. (281 views)
Find Your Dream Job in the Legal Industry with Fish & Neave Having represented some of the most distinguished patent-seeking Americans of the last century, Fish & Neave has proved to be among the elite when it comes to intellectual property law. (942 views)
How to Effectively Manage Your IOLTA Account - A Step-by-Step Guide With the relatively recent addition of IOLTA, states have placed new accounting, management, and fiduciary responsibilities upon attorneys. Violations of IOLTA rules can result in disciplinary action. This week we'll explore the basic IOLTA landscape, what is necessary for compliance, and some common pitfalls to avoid, as well as common questions and concerns. (2611 views)
How to Impress Employers with Effective Storytelling in an Interview Accomplishment storytelling appeals to the interviewer's imagination and is a powerful way to market skills when interviewing. (69 views)
Find Legal Jobs Now: Discover Where the Best Legal Employment Opportunities Are Though a rapidly changing legal landscape makes picking a hot practice specialty a risky proposition, here are some of today's most popular fields. (193 views)