Learn Real-World Venture Capital Skills at University: Student Success Stories Schools Offer Real Venture Capital Lessons Venture capital is agony and ecstasy, bust and boom, the stress of gambling and the thrill of a front-row view on the latest technologies. And when real money is involved, it's also one of the hottest classes on business school campuses. (123 views)
Understanding Paralegal Licensing Regulations in the US: Part II - The Cons Ask any paralegal what the most controversial and sensitive issues surrounding the profession are, and licensing and regulation will undoubtedly be at the top of the list. In this two-part series, LawCrossing takes a look at the ''pros'' and ''cons'' of paralegal licensure and regulation. (8622 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)
University of Pennsylvania's Health Law Program Leverages Unique Location for Innovative Curriculum Philadelphia is home to some of the nation's premier hospitals. It seems only right, therefore, that the University of Pennsylvania Law School offers a highly extensive interdisciplinary program in health law. (30 views)
Maximizing Your Elective Courses in Law School: How to Select the Right Electives for Your Future Although most law schools expect students to concentrate on excelling in their required core courses, elective classes can provide important added skills to a graduate's resume or a much-needed break from the usual review of mundane case law. (1178 views)
Paralegals & Legal Assistants: How Going to Law School Can Help Advance Your Career Whether law school is a lifelong dream, seems like the next logical step, or is recommended by an employer, paralegals and legal assistants are increasingly taking to pounding the casebooks. (2401 views)
5 Benefits of Joining Law Review - Part II: Networking Possibilities and More In Part I of this article, three practicing attorneys discussed the many unique advantages and opportunities they've enjoyed as results of successfully serving on law journals during law school. Click here to read Part I. (3377 views)
William & Mary School of Law's International Study Abroad Program: Explore the World with an Accredited Law Degree The faculty and the number of course offerings are what distinguish William & Mary School of Law's study abroad program in Madrid, Spain, from other international legal education programs, says Assistant Program Director Anne Beckley. (168 views)
Selecting a Law School: Factors to Consider When Choosing the Right Law School for You Choosing the right law school is an important decision that can impact your legal career for years to come. There are many factors to consider when selecting a law school, including location, cost, reputation, and program offerings. This article will discuss the factors to consider when choosing the right law school for you. (34 views)
Achieving Success as an Attorney: Tips and Strategies for Building a Successful Legal Career Being a successful attorney takes more than just a law degree. It requires hard work, dedication, and a variety of skills that go beyond legal expertise. Whether you are a new lawyer or a seasoned professional, building a successful legal career takes time and effort. In this article, we will provide you with some tips and strategies for achieving success as an attorney. (47 views)
How to Become a Lawyer: The Step-by-Step Process to Joining the Bar Page 3 Which state should I choose? For dyed-in-the-wool Texans whose roots run deeper than the family oil well, this one's a no-brainer. If, on the other hand, you grew up in Connecticut, attended school in both Pennsylvania and Virginia, are moving to D.C. after law school, but hope you'll end up in New York City someday, your decision might not be so cut-and-dried. (34000 views)
Law School 2L Survival Guide: Tips from an Insider on Succeeding in Law School You read case law at the speed of light. You write three-hour exams in your sleep. So why is 2L known as the year they work you to death? (867 views)
Law School Success: A Guide to Navigating Your 3L Year from an Insider Make the most of your third (and final) year of law school: Get some rest before entering the world of work. (1704 views)
Dean Martinez’s Memo on Speech Disruption and Policies at Stanford Law School On March 9, 2023, Judge Kyle Duncan’s speech at Stanford Law School was disrupted, prompting Dean Jenny Martinez to share further thoughts on the incident in a memorandum to the Stanford Law School community. In the message, she discusses the school’s policies regarding protests and disruption of speakers and how these policies align with the First Amendment and... (46 views)
Answering the Question of Your Practice Area as a Law School Student and Teacher As a law school student, answering the question of your practice area can be challenging because you may need a clear idea of what area of law you want to practice in. However, it's important to have some idea of what you're interested in so that you can start planning your career and taking courses that align with your interests. (16 views)
How Richard M. Cooper Achieved Success as a Partner of Williams & Connolly Richard Cooper, 62, has a worldwide reputation as a food and drug attorney and has had a prominent career in both public service and private practice. LawCrossing speaks with Mr. Cooper about his career and the merits of public service. (889 views)
Become a Practicing Attorney: 5 Advantages of Joining Law Review (Part 1) At one time or another, every law student wonders whether writing for a major student publication or law review will open unique career opportunities in the future. Many students also question whether the time devoted to law review tasks might negatively affect their studies. LawCrossing sought out three practicing attorneys' opinions on whether to pursue this honorable... (1754 views)
Master the Art of Legal Research: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners For those with little or no experience researching the law, Legal Research for Beginners by Sonja Larsen and John Bourdeau (Barron's) is a valuable tool. The book offers a clear description of legal research tools and a quick overview of research methods. (978 views)
Navigating the Legal Industry with the Innovative New Program at Emory Law School Emory University School of Law in Atlanta recently launched a new collaborative academic program giving students real-world IP and business law experience. The ''Technological Innovation: Generating Economic Results'' or ''TI:GER'' program connects science/Ph.D. and MBA students from Georgia Tech with Emory Law students for a two-year workshop focusing on the intersections... (90 views)
5 Tips for Becoming a Successful Attorney to Make Your Mama Proud Forget to get your mom a gift this Mother's Day? LawCrossing has a few gift ideas that will make your last minute shopping easy and your mother a very happy lady. (6 views)
Become a Lawyer: Uncover What It Takes to Build a Career Behind the Bar Page 2 Why do I have to take it? Since the quality of education and specific curricula can vary significantly from school to school, the bar exam determines a standard level of competency among law school graduates. In conjunction with a demonstration of sufficient character and fitness (your bar application includes a questionnaire used to determine that you are... (2036 views)
Harvard Law School Class of 2005 Required to Perform First-Ever Pro Bono Service Requirement At Harvard Law School in Cambridge, MA, working to serve the community and the world is not just respected, it's required. The Harvard Law Class of 2005 will graduate this spring as the first with each student having met a requirement for 40 hours of pro bono legal work. (90 views)
LL.M. Program Excels with Outstanding Services and Support USC's LL.M. Program began only three years ago, yet is known as one of the best in the country. The LL.M. Program officially began in Fall 2002 with 12 LL.M. students. Currently there are 41 students enrolled in the program. The LL.M. class of 2005-2006 is estimated for 50 students. The LL.M. Program is a master's degree program for students trained in law outside the U.S.... (17 views)
USC LL.M. Program Thrives with Japanese Law Student: A Success Story As a practicing lawyer in Japan, Takahiro Kawaguchi's keen interest in American law and the U.S. legal system brought him to America to enroll in USC Law's master's degree program, an intensive two-semester, full-time curriculum. Mr. Kawaguchi, 32, is a fifth-year associate at Mitsui Yasuda Wani & Maeda, currently Mitsui Yasuda & Wani, one of the most prestigious law firms... (72 views)
Gain An Insider's Perspective On Attending A Paralegal Conference | LawCrossing Attend or not attend? This is the question that many legal professionals ask themselves about the numerous conferences and symposia they are invited to attend. A great number of them make decisions on the fly, based on the mood of the moment and a super-quick analysis of pros and cons. But what happens if after rejecting conferences by the dozen, you, in your moment of... (330 views)
University of Iowa Law: Unparalleled Clinical Program for Students The University of Iowa offers a clinical program to help law students put their legal training to good use. The program includes everything from helping criminal defendants charged with serious and aggravated misdemeanors to protecting the rights of disabled workers, representing survivors of domestic violence to promoting international human rights. (148 views)
The Benefits and Drawbacks of Transferring to a New College: Expert Advice Each year hundreds of law students uproot and relocate to new law schools nationwide. Students who choose to transfer between law schools cite a wide range of personal and career-related reasons to make those switches. (2373 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)
Former National Lawyers Association President: Rita Lowery Gitchell's Journey to Success Rita Gitchell talks with LawCrossing about her crusade on behalf of working mothers, the thorny issues involved with her practice area, the challenges involved in raising kids while practicing law, and how her strongly held beliefs led her to eventually serve as the first female president of the National Lawyers Association. (416 views)
At the University of Arizona Law School, Mary Birmingham is Breaking Barriers Mary Birmingham has been a law school career services professional for going on 19 years, but it has been at the University of Arizona Law School, her second career services post, that she and her colleague, Paula Nailon, established one of the American legal profession's signature career services programs, one likely to be copied by other law schools. (296 views)