The Life and Career of Rena Cutlip Lawyer representing migrant farm workers Victims of domestic violence generally feel powerless and are often lost in the system. For immigrant women, the problems can be much worse, with victims unaware of their rights. Illegal immigrants often tolerate abuse out of fear that they will be deported if they seek help. Tahirih Justice Center helps women and girls fleeing human rights abuse. LawCrossing speaks with... (155 views)
Growing Trend In Large Law Firms Bearing Fruit As Public Interest Attorneys Make Partner Growing Trend In Large Law Firms Bearing Fruit As Public Interest Attorneys Make Partner While there are large law firms out there that run highly effective pro bono programs headed up by non-attorney professionals, in the last ten years there has been ''an enormous upswing'' of efforts led by attorneys, says Esther Lardent, President of the Pro Bono Institute, which is... (1930 views)
The Life and Career of Molly Munger, Co-Director Advancement Project, Los Angeles Molly Munger was outraged by riots and racial tension in Los Angeles during the 1990s. She decided to change her life while changing the system. LawCrossing speaks to Ms. Munger about starting a public interest career after twenty years as a top business litigator. (2791 views)
Will the future see a technologically advance method of trials Perry Mason never used a laser pointer, litigation database, video animation or a PowerPoint presentation. All Perry needed were the facts, and the notable efforts of Paul Drake, his personal investigator, and Della Street, his legal secretary. (51 views)
The Life and Career of Jay Dougherty, Professor of Law at Loyola Law School in Los Angeles2 As an entertainment attorney, guitarist and law professor, Jay Dougherty has performed in the classroom, the boardroom and in legendary New York punk rock club CBGB alongside bands like the Ramones and Talking Heads. LawCrossing talks with Mr. Dougherty about his colorful career as an attorney and rocker. (874 views)
The Life and Career of Christopher Landau, Partner, Kirkland & Ellis, LLP Christopher ''Chris'' Landau of Kirkland & Ellis is considered one of the nation's top appellate experts. LawCrossing speaks to Mr. Landau about his legal career and how he never planned to practice law—even while excelling at Harvard Law School. (5538 views)
Reasons on why E-billing by Corporate Law offices is slowly gaining pace Electronic billing can be controversial, rewarding, complicated, and expensive. Its promoters believe its benefits far outweigh its detriments. Those less sanguine cite increased processing difficulties and added expense. Considering the mixed reactions to electronic billing, why are, according to one survey, approximately 28 percent of corporate law offices considering... (1600 views)
The Life and Career of Susan Robinson: Mentoring law students at a prestigious school When she worked as a general commercial litigator, Susan Robinson realized she loved helping novice associates blossom as they embarked on their careers. In 1997, she parlayed that love into a job as Assistant Director of the career services office at Stanford University School of Law, ranked as the No. 3 law school in the country by U.S. News & World Report. Today she is... (54 views)
The Life and Career Jameel Jaffer, American Civil Liberties Union At just 33 years of age, Jameel Jaffer was recently named one of the top attorneys under 40 by the National Law Journal. LawCrossing speaks with Mr. Jaffer about his career at the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and his thoughts on the Patriot Act. (726 views)
After Law School, B-School: The Rise of M.B.A.'s Among Attorneys Whether an attorney wants to hang up his/her shingle, impress a big firm's corporate department, work in-house for a large corporation, change gears or careers, or simply offer better business advice to existing and new clients, obtaining an M.B.A. may be the ticket to success. One of the most marketable degrees, the M.B.A. is quickly becoming the degree of choice for... (9533 views)
The Life and Career of Marie Ann Hoenings and her advice on how to specialize in law The time to experiment with different specialties and interests is early in one's career, says Marie Ann Hoenings, a recruiting partner at the New York-based L'Abbate, Balkan, Colavita & Contini. Those who do so should also realize that it takes time to establish oneself in a particular area. (548 views)
The Life and Career of Thomas Goldstein, founding partner Goldstein & Howe As founding partner of what he calls ''the nation's only Supreme Court litigation boutique,'' Thomas Goldstein has argued more cases in the Supreme Court than most attorneys. LawCrossing speaks to Mr. Goldstein about the nation's highest court and his roles as an attorney, teacher, and blogger. (979 views)
Life Sciences: The Rising New Practice Look no further than the complicated, costly process involved with developing a new drug, biologic, or medical device to understand why life science law practices are growing. According to a December 2004 Standard & Poor's Industry Survey on Biotechnology, creating a single new drug often requires researching and reviewing more than 10,000 substances. The report also... (31 views)
The Life and Career changes of Mike Gibbs Mike Gibbs probably never imagined he would be asking, ''Do you want fries with that?'' his first day on the job as an in-house attorney. (34 views)
The Life and Career of M. Amera Alhanday, Dean, Universtity of West Los Angeles School of Paralegal Studies Ask any attorney or paralegal on the West Coast where the best place is to learn the paralegal trade, and the overwhelming answer will be the University of West Los Angeles School of Paralegal Studies (UWLA). LawCrossing speaks with attorney M. Amera Alhandy, the dean of UWLA's paralegal program, about her passion for teaching and the law. (260 views)
Can you still survive "At Will" : Employment woes in legal firms Do you have clients who tend to fire employees without cause because they have let their employees know that their employment is at-will? Tell your client to think again. With all the protections allotted employees, some lawyers believe that the at-will doctrine has gone by the wayside. There is an expanding number of protected classes and protected activities;... (56 views)
The Life and Career of Arthur Gross-Schaefer, The Rabbi- Attorney A lawyer, rabbi and ethics professor, Arthur Gross-Schaefer is using his JD for higher purposes. That includes challenging his students to develop a strong sense of their core values and to apply those values in the workplace. (816 views)
The Life and legal career of Michele A. Roberts Trial Lawyer As one of the top trial lawyers in the country, Michele A. Roberts is known for stellar cross examination skills and for connecting with both juries and clients. LawCrossing speaks with the Akin Gump attorney about her career and how she became a court watcher even before primary school. (2442 views)
Summer 2005 State of the Market Report State of the Market Reports for U.S. and International Regions. Southern California Northern California The Southwest Region The Midwest/Mountain Regions The Northeast/Mid-Atlantic Regions The Southeast Region International Europe International Asia (81 views)
The Life and Careerof Thomas Abbenante, sole practitioner and funny too Before becoming one of Washington, DC's most successful attorneys, Thomas Abbenante worked as a grocery store clerk, a bank teller, and a traveling brush salesman, among other jobs. LawCrossing speaks with Mr. Abbenante about why he rarely says no to a client and the secrets to his success (Abbenante rarely loses a case). (1664 views)
The Life and Career of Anne Tompkins, Assistant U.S. Attorney, Charlotte, NC, and former Regime Crimes Liaison Officer, Iraq A team of American and Iraqi lawyers and judges has been building a case against Saddam Hussein, who will likely be charged with crimes against humanity later this year. LawCrossing speaks with federal prosecutor Anne Tompkins, who recently returned form eight months in Iraq as a Regime Crimes Liaison Officer. (649 views)
Go places with the gift of argument - Advices Billy Martin, Senior Partner, Blank Rome, Washington, DC If you're ever arrested in Washington, DC, having Billy Martin's phone number couldn't hurt. LawCrossing speaks with the veteran trial attorney about his practice at Blank Rome and how a minor car accident led him to a law career. (1718 views)
The Career path to being a Federal Judge Where networking and contacts are important to becoming a state judge, the concept is taken to an even higher level on the road to federal judgeship. And political ideology plays a prominent role. (19746 views)
Benefits of a Small Legal Firm, Career in Law and Hiring A complex business litigator, Larry C. Russ has handled his share of interesting and downright fun clients. Take the Yahoo Yodeler. In 2002, Russ represented Wylie Gustafson, a country music performer who in 1996 recorded the now famous yodel for the Internet company. Gustafson had received $590 for what he understood to be a one-time use of his yodel for a commercial. But... (79 views)
Bruce MacEwen, legal blogger and consultant Bruce MacEwen is the host of Adam Smith, Esq., a legal blog focused on the economics of law firms. LawCrossing speaks with MacEwen about his life in the ''blogosphere'' and his dream to be part of a world where law firms are managed like major companies. (480 views)
Employee Dispute Resolution Programs Jury Trial Waivers Instead of Arbitration Clauses There was a time when mandatory arbitration seemed like a panacea for employers when it came to employment disputes. Yet in practice, a number of problems not anticipated by employers has caused them to look at jury trial waivers as a way to cut the costs of employment disputes. (87 views)
Eugene P. Stein Arming the 21st Century Lawyer: A Firm's Technology Whiz Shares his Insights Although many lawyers view technology as a necessary evil, Eugene P. Stein's mission is to show them it can actually be an attorney's best friend. Chief Knowledge and Technology Officer at White & Case in New York City, Stein keeps his firm updated on the all latest tools and workplace advancements—from sophisticated search engines to legal software to customized... (189 views)
The life and Career of Attorney Micheal C. Donaldson Los Angeles entertainment lawyer Michael C. Donaldson helps make dreams come true. LawCrossing speaks with the attorney about his career in documentaries and independent film. (231 views)
David Tseng: Citizen Lawyer Fighting for Equality and Giving Back to the Community Since he graduated from UCLA School of Law in 1984, David Tseng has become a leader in the civil rights, public service, and public policy arenas. His résumé reads like the stuff of many a young law clerk's dreams. Past positions include White House Senior Pension Policy Advisor in the Clinton Administration, Executive Director of Parents, Families and Friends of... (217 views)
Joshua S. Sohn Wins Pro Bono Awards: Rising Star in DLA Piper's Litigation Practice Group Joshua S. Sohn received two prestigious awards in April for his pro bono work. LawCrossing speaks with the rising star about managing his pro bono cases and his complex commercial and securities litigation practice. (1000 views)