Part 2: An Inside Look at the Requirements & Responsibilities of Becoming a Law Professor
While many begin law school with the goal of becoming a law professor, for others, the path to a career in...
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Begin a Bright Future: Tips for Moving to a City with a Rich History
The common wisdom in China is that if you want to learn what happened 2,000 years ago, you visit Xi'an. If you...
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When to Draw the Line: Navigating Ethics in IT Law | LawCrossing
Oral argument in the Supreme Court had barely begun on March 2 when Justice Sandra Day O'Connor interrupted...
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Legal Writing Skills: The Key to Getting Recruited in Top Law Firms
Michael Charlson understands the challenge of finding a law firm that's a good fit. He recalls his own job...
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''They'' Don't Have All the Answers
Are ''They'' Right? I had heard (one of those things that ''they'' say) that checking your own credit report...
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Explore the Success of Frank K Wheaton: A Lawyer's Journey to Legal Success
News that segregationist U.S. Senator Strom Thurmond had an illegitimate daughter who was half...
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Ace Your Next Trial By Following the Tips of America's Most Successful Prosecutors
The prosecutors whose tips are included here have all spent plenty of time inside a courtroom. Many of the...
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Mary Jo Denman: Legal Assistant at Smith, Bassett, Purcell & Koenig & 2004-2005 President-Elect of NALS - The Association for Legal Professionals
Mary Jo Denman takes over the presidency of NALS this month. LawCrossing speaks with Ms. Denman about the...
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How Elder Law Paralegals Contribute to the Industry's Success - A Comprehensive Guide
According to the U.S. Census Bureau's World Population Profile, the elderly population (categorized as age 65...
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Local and Global Mediation: How Law Students from Creighton University are Making an Impact
Anything can bring someone to law school. Often, law school looks like a path to a steady job. Or becoming a...
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Creighton University Law School Launches New Institute to Expand Dispute Resolution Training for Students and Community
Until recently, the discipline of dispute resolution at Creighton University Law School in Omaha, NE, has...
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How to Become a Law Professor: Part 1 - Tips & Resources for Landing a Jobs in Academia
In the first of a two-part series on becoming a law professor, LawCrossing investigates the traditional...
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How to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with Traditional Irish Customs
On March 17, the whole world is Irish - or so it seems, when parades, fireworks and other celebrations abound...
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Justice Sandra Day O'Connor: A Pioneer and Trailblazer for Women in Law
Justice Sandra Day O'Connor emerged from last week's scrum at the high court with her usual dignity and grace....
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Robert E. Williams: On Job Training, Serving Clients and the Importance of Humor at Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton
Graduates of lesser-known law schools shouldn't feel intimidated in the job market by their peers from more...
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Financial Advice for Families
My husband and I like to shop. A lot. I pay the bills and keep track of our accounts. Right now we have no...
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Karen Barth Menzies: Working to Revolutionize How We Think About Mental Health Issues In Our Prozac Nation
Karen Barth Menzies was named California Lawyer of the Year on March 1, the latest in a series of accolades...
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Tricks of the Trade: Tips on Winning a Trial from America's Most Experienced Litigators
The trial lawyers whose tips are offered here have all won multi-million-dollar lawsuits in the kinds of cases...
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Mary Burns, Executive Legal Assistant for the Milwaukee Brewers Baseball Club and NALS President: A Profile
Hey sports fans, how about a legal career with a ball club? Most ball clubs—baseball, basketball,...
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Legal Staff Smarten Up: The Rising Need for Education Among Paralegals and Legal Assistants
For paralegals and legal assistants, education is increasingly important. The reason? More than ever, human...
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Discover International Law Through Whittier Law's Center and Certificate Program
Doing a wide range of work within a chosen field and seeing many sides of an issue is very important, says...
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Whittier Law School's International Programs Grow in Popularity with New Center
The Center for International and Comparative Law (CICL) at Whittier Law School, Costa Mesa, CA, has not only...
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Concord Law School: Get an Online Law Degree from Anywhere
Through the Internet, you can shop online, pay your bills, and chat live with a friend in Bulgaria, all...
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Unspoiled and Unbelievably Pleasant: The Lasting Charm of Fiji
The sand under my bare feet is sparkling white and powdery fine. As I stroll along the winding beach my feet...
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Navigating Michigan's Murky Waters: An Overview of Michigan Water Law
Seventeen years have passed since John Rapanos had his great idea: He would dump dirt and sand on 50 acres he...
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How to Transition Your Legal Career From Administrative to Artistic: A Guide by Elena M. Paul
Growing up in a family that valued the arts, Elena M. Paul envisioned herself working in some capacity within...
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Boost Your Finances: 5 Steps to Financial Triage | LawCrossing
We make our financial plans based on the present continuing into the future, and maybe getting a little better...
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Gross Belsky Partner Terry Gross: An Internet Law Pioneer
Do online journalists deserve the same protections and freedom of speech as traditional reporters? Should...
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Overcoming the Unique Challenges Facing Young Lawyers: Advice for New Attorneys
Just because you have graduated from law school does not mean you have nothing left to learn.
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The pains of being hacked
Be grateful for Paris Hilton. No, not for filling in where Anna Nicole Smith left off. We have Paris to thank...
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