Five UVA School of Law Students and Alumni Selected for Federal Attorney Honors Programs The federal government has selected five University of Virginia School of Law students and alumni to join their ranks as attorneys in the fall through two attorney honors programs. These programs are highly selective and attract candidates from hundreds of law schools nationwide. (31 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)
Learn How Immigration Services Fit into Multidisciplinary Law Student Clinics When law students in the La Raza organization first had the idea to launch a legal clinic at Santa Clara University School of Law in Santa Clara, CA, they wanted to help local workers in a wage dispute. As they started the volunteer work that would later become the Katharine & George Alexander Community Law Center, students and professors soon realized that they needed to... (66 views)
Cruise Through Europe in Luxury: How the Ship Became Home Away from Home Looking back over the 12 days my husband and I spent aboard the Brilliance of the Sea, it is difficult to decide which was the best - the ship or the ports of call. They each offered so much. (25 views)
Human Rights Work: An Exciting and Challenging Career You Will Love The hours may be long, the work often heart wrenching, but the rewards of human rights work can be priceless. (37 views)
Scott Campbell: Deputy Director for Field Operations at Global Rights | LawCrossing Civil unrest, armed conflict, gender discrimination—all the troubles in the world concern Scott Campbell. As deputy director for field operations of Global Rights, Campbell travels the world helping people get better access to justice. LawCrossing talks with Campbell about the changing role of Global Rights and about his experiences promoting human rights in Congo,... (171 views)
3 Ways Legal Firms Contribute to Homeland Security Measures Navigating through the post-9/11 ocean of laws and regulations can be difficult. Just ask Tiger Woods, who tried to dock his yacht Privacy in San Juan, Puerto Rico, on October 14 during his honeymoon. But because he and his new wife, Swedish model Elin Nordegren, did not follow a new protocol requiring a four-day arrival notice, Coast Guard and Immigration officials... (82 views)
How To Successfully Relocate Your Career To A New City There is nothing more exciting than leaving one area of the country and going to a new area to start a new career and life. One of the advantages of having chosen a career in the fluid legal industry is that you do have the option of living in other parts of the United States or even the world. (136 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)
Concord Law School: A Comprehensive Guide to Online Law Degree Programs For prospective law students who feel that rigid schedules and rising tuition prices may have put a legal education out of reach, Concord Law School provides an (increasingly popular) alternative solution. (255 views)
How a Leading Law Firm, Alston & Bird, Leverages Legal Technology to Increase Efficiency One of Atlanta's top firms, Alston & Bird offers attorneys the chance to work with high-caliber clients, a top-rated pro bono program, and a work atmosphere that is consistently rated as one of the best in the nation. (264 views)
Boies Schiller Flexner LLP: A Comprehensive Overview of One of the Nation's Top Law Firms High-profile litigation cases flow through this 175-attorney firm like water thanks to the firm's equally high-profile partners. (780 views)
Legal Aid in NYC: What the Legal Aid Society of New York City Offers It is a common belief that all attorneys who make it through law school quickly abandon their dream of using their law degree to improve society for a new dream of owning a really nice car. The large roster of public interest lawyers at Legal Aid proves otherwise. (247 views)
Essential Tips for Becoming a Successful Immigration Attorney We talked to several immigration attorneys to find out the good (it can be very rewarding) and the bad (it can be very frustrating) parts of practicing in this field. Find out what they had to say and how you can break into this specialty. (15913 views)
Relocating for a Job? Learn How to Make the Process Easier with This Guide Moving is an exciting yet overwhelming process for many people. Finding a job in a new city can be especially challenging. However, with proper research and planning, a successful relocation is possible. This guide to relocation covers the basics of what to expect and provides helpful tips for those looking to move. First and foremost, before you even start the relocation... (61 views)