The Top Big Law Firms in 2024 Many lawyers and aspiring practitioners are struck by the allure of “Big Law.” Generally comprised of the largest firms in the US, Big Law can provide attorneys with an opportunity for high compensation and prestige. (182 views)
Making a Difference: Successfully Transitioning from Corporate Law to Public Interest Advocacy Transitioning from corporate law to public interest advocacy involves a significant shift in focus, priorities, and motivations. To navigate this transition successfully, it is crucial to understand the key differences between corporate law and public interest law and the motivations that drive individuals to make this shift. (168 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)
Paralegal Jan Ezell Achieves Great Success at Alston Bird in Atlanta Who says big firms are staid? LawCrossing speaks with paralegal Jan Ezell about her ever-changing career at Alston & Bird in Atlanta and why the firm is considered one of the best places to work. (377 views)
Michael R. McAlevey, Chief Corporate andsecurities Counsel for General Electric Co.: Risk-Taking is the Key to Success in Securities Law Financial security has been a driving force in Michael R. McAlevey's career. But security often comes with risk, and he says attorneys shouldn't be afraid to take risks. LawCrossing speaks with the chief corporate and securities counsel of General Electric about his rapid rise and expertise in securities law. (679 views)
A Beginner's Guide to Visiting Rome: Tips and Tricks for a Memorable Trip With the eyes of the world recently focused on Rome following the death of Pope John Paul II, many who love the Eternal City have a stronger than ever yearning to return, and those who have long wished to visit are now more certain than ever that they must see it. (45 views)
Grand Rapids, Michigan Rhoades McKee Associate LaRissa D. Hollingsworth of LawCrossing Rookie attorney makes national splash with prisoner rights trial. (653 views)
Paralegals & Mergers and Acquisitions: How to Handle Complex Business Deals & Transactions The joining of two companies is a joyous event, and paralegals and legal assistants can be instrumental in aiding a smooth transition during mergers and acquisitions. (2142 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)
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)
Meet the Executive Director of Contra Costa County Bar Association: Lisa Reep | LawCrossing Many bar associations are run by non-attorneys. LawCrossing speaks with Lisa Reep, executive director of the Contra Costa County Bar Association, about her unique legal career and how she carved a niche in the profession knowing she didn't want to be an attorney or a paralegal. (202 views)
International Business Law Jobs Abroad: Global Opportunities for Legal Staff In the midst of globalization, many paralegals and legal assistants are finding challenging and rewarding positions in the field of international business law. American companies are increasingly interested in doing business abroad, and foreign corporations are also bringing their products and services here. (34 views)
The Art of Working as a Successful General Counsel: Julie Getzels' Advice On a typical day at the office, Julie Getzels might stroll past a few Renoirs, Georges Seurat's ''A Sunday on La Grande Jatte,'' or Grant Wood's ''American Gothic'' on her way to a board meeting. (250 views)
Understand the Benefits of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) - A Growing Trend The practice of mediation outside the courthouse is a growing trend in England and the United States. Simply known as ADR, Alternative Dispute Resolution refers to any means of settling disputes outside of litigation, the most common being arbitration and mediation. Though often seen as productive and efficient, ADR does not always yield immediate results but, rather, when... (659 views)
Launch Your Career with a Degree in Business Law and Science: Emory Student Success Story The TI:GER program had not even formally begun when Jon Ziglar, now a third-year student, decided to come to Emory University School of Law - but Ziglar heard about it on a visit to the campus. ''The TI:GER program was the reason I decided to go to Emory,'' he says, it ''made the decision for me.'' (24 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)
Job Search Strategies: How to Find Law Jobs with the Help of the New Rolls The Rolls Royce 2004 Phantom accomplishes much more than just superb engineering and refined luxury. It gives all of us something to dream about. (32 views)
How to Achieve a Hole in One in Golf: Tips & Techniques for Achieving the Perfect Shot There's nothing like skipping the afternoon meeting and heading out to the driving range. But aren't those country club membership rates a little too low for your standards? Then buy your own golf course and charge whatever you want. (28 views)
How Capitalism Shapes the History of Law: Explore the Legal Consequences History, culture, beaches and revenue — all rolled into one. Who could ask for anything more? LawCrossing Weekend is setting up shop in the Caribbean. (28 views)
Certified Paralegal Carolyn Yellis Offers Freelance Services - LawCrossing Have you ever dreamed of making your own schedule? What about working from home and taking long, leisurely lunches? With the right contacts and a good business mind, it is possible. LawCrossing speaks with freelance paralegal Carolyn Yellis about building her own paralegal practice. (609 views)
Robert G. Krupka Joins Kirkland & Ellis LLP as Partner - A Look at His Accomplishments Medtronic, Inc., the world's biggest maker of spinal implants, was ordered by a Memphis, TN, jury last week to pay an inventor $400 million in punitive damages on top of the $159 million awarded last month for violating contracts. LawCrossing speaks with Robert G. Krupka, the inventor's attorney, about his career as a top trial lawyer and his belief in the jury system. (1660 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)
Nigeria's Hauwa Ibrahim: Senior and Founding Partner of ARIES Law Firm in Abuja Lawyer. Mother. Queen. Finishing a year as a Humphrey Fellow and an intern at the Council on Foreign Relations, world-renowned human rights attorney Hauwa Ibrahim talks with LawCrossing about tradition and the challenges faced by attorneys practicing in Islamic Shariah courts. (528 views)
Chirag Shah: Employee Benefits Attorney and Prominent Community Activist At a young age, Chirag Shah decided that the law was for him. His successful career has proven him right, as he has found in the law both a job he loves and a way to get actively involved in issues he considers important. (456 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,... (754 views)
5 Tips to Help Legal Staffers Reach their Professional Goals 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! (128 views)
How to Succeed at DIY Legal Projects: Strategies for Lawyers to Take on Legal Projects The ''Do It Yourself'' home improvement craze is all the rage, but does the same philosophy apply to job hunting? Find out the pros and cons of handling your own job search. (44 views)
Achieving Work-Life Balance: Benefits of Embracing a Healthy Lifestyle A recruiter talks about the concept of the lifestyle firm, and what it means for the next wave of associate hirings. (42 views)
University of Hawaii at Manoa William S. Richardson School of Law-Expert Insight + Reviews The University of Hawaii at Manoa William S. Richardson School of Law places special emphasis on fields of law of particular importance to Hawaii and the Pacific region, such as environmental law, native Hawaiian rights, ocean law, and Pacific and Asian Legal Studies. (1115 views)
Donna Skibbe, Vice President of Development and Career Services for Concord Law School - A Look Into Her Exceptional Career Path Offering a unique perspective on the challenges of a career services office, Donna Skibbe talks about what it's like helping students with legal degrees from an online university advance their careers. (688 views)