Ethics and Professional Responsibility in Law: Building a Strong Foundation Ethics and professional responsibility form the bedrock of the legal profession. Lawyers are entrusted with the task of upholding justice, ensuring the rule of law, and safeguarding the rights and interests of their clients. In fulfilling these responsibilities, ethical conduct becomes paramount. The legal profession operates within a complex framework of laws,... (63 views)
From Graduate to Practitioner: Crucial Steps After Law School As a law school graduate, transitioning from being a student to becoming a practicing attorney is a significant step in your professional journey. To make this transition smooth and successful, careful planning and execution are crucial. This section will delve into the crucial steps you need to take to navigate this transition effectively and establish yourself as a... (37 views)
The American Bar Association Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility Summary: Formal Opinion 495 provides guidance to lawyers who engage in remote work while physically present in a jurisdiction where they are not admitted to practice law. It establishes specific parameters that lawyers must adhere to, including not holding themselves out as being licensed to practice in the local jurisdiction, not advertising or holding out as having an... (70 views)
How to Make Sure Your Employees Don't Have Conflicts of Interest: Expert Advice Whether they're due to a new client, new representation for an existing client, or a lateral hire, regular checks for conflicts of interest have become an essential part of a firm's operations. ''The idea is to be able to allow the firm to identify…a situation which gives rise to an actual conflict of interest, or could potentially rise to a conflict of interest down the... (2042 views)
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 academic route to this career. Next week's installment will examine how those who do not fit the classic mold may still pursue a career in teaching law. (10034 views)
Pro Bono Work Benefits Clients and Lawyers Alike: Here's Why It's the best legal representation money can't buy. In an age and a capitalist society that worships the almighty dollar and the bottom line, pro bono work remains a seemingly anachronistic holdover in the legal profession. (133 views)