Legal Challenges of 3D Printing: Intellectual Property and Liability in a Tech-Driven World 3D printing technology, also known as additive manufacturing, has rapidly advanced in recent years, revolutionizing various industries. It allows for the creation of three-dimensional objects by layering materials based on digital designs. The technology's potential to disrupt traditional manufacturing processes and enable decentralized production has garnered significant... (58 views)
Juul and Altria settle teen vaping addiction claims in Minnesota lawsuit On Monday, Juul Labs Inc, an e-cigarette company, and its former largest investor, Altria Group Inc (MO.N), settled claims made by the state of Minnesota that accused them of contributing to teen vaping addiction. The settlement was announced by Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and Juul as a trial in the case was nearing its end. This settlement is the latest in a... (5 views)
Keker, Van Nest & Peters Seeks to Improve Efficiency by Hiring Professional Managers Laurie Carr Mims, the new managing partner at Keker, Van Nest & Peters, is seeking to redefine her role by introducing executives to manage the firm's day-to-day operations. The San Francisco-based litigation firm plans to hire a chief operating officer to oversee its 115-attorney operation, complementing the addition of a chief financial officer in 2020. This move will... (8 views)
State of the Legal Industry: Facing Challenges, but Opportunities Ahead The 2023 Report on the State of the Legal Market, released by the Center on Ethics and the Legal Profession at Georgetown Law and the Thomson Reuters Institute on January 10th, is more relevant than ever as we enter a year of uncertainty. The report confirms this and will delve into specific points, but it's important to remember that contractions in the legal industry are... (2 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. (678 views)
Paralegal Peter Nater Celebrates Grammy Award Win - An Inspirational Profile We all like to trumpet our successes, but when Peter Nater came to work at the New York City Law Department on a recent Monday morning and told his colleagues he had won a Grammy over the weekend, many presumed he was delusional. (418 views)
Unlock Your Path to Law and Science: What You Need & What You Don't Need to Pursue a Career in Arizona State Law Despite what conventional wisdom says, students interested in intellectual property law or other science and technology-based legal fields, do not need advanced degrees in the sciences to get in to law school or to succeed there. (15 views)
How to Build an Enviable Home Office: Tips and Ideas for Professional, Efficient Work Spaces Overworked? Looking for a weekend distraction? Want something quick and different to take you away from the reality of emails, voicemails, and black and blueberries? Then these imaginative retreats fit the bill. Sit back and read about these unusual lodgings that feed your imagination. (20 views)
Understanding the Differences Between Intranets, Extranets and the Internet to Aid Business Success The same technology that has revolutionized the way lawyers present themselves and their services to the public is also being used to revolutionize the way they practice law. These new web technology tools are typically referred to as intranets and extranets, and while they share the law office's computing infrastructure, they have an entirely different purpose than their... (54 views)
Benefits of Horsepower for Law Firms: What Batman Knows | LawCrossing The recent release of the 2005 Mercedes SLR McClaren raises the bar for automotive performance and may literally knock the competition off the pavement. (6 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)
Sports Lawyer Career Guide: How to Break into the Industry Think you'll be a sports lawyer and represent professional athletes? Think you'll rub elbows with the rich and powerful? Think you'll bask in the limelight as your client's ''go-to'' guy? Think again. (487 views)
Biotechnology Now a Key Practice Area for Leading Law Firms - A Guide for Biotech Legal Professionals As the biotechnology field continues to grow—from the creation of genetically engineered foods to the mapping of the human genome—so, too, does the law field representing it. (135 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)
Darren Schwiebert: Fredrikson & Byron Shareholder in Litigation and Intellectual Property Practice Groups Some say the legal profession has been slow to embrace new technologies. This week, LawCrossing talks with an attorney who is on the cutting edge of new technologies in the courtroom about his litigation practice, which focuses on the high-tech field of patent law. (593 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)
Maximize Your Career with a Legal Blog: To Blog or Not to Blog A Minneapolis lawyer played a small part in igniting the firestorm over CBS' reporting on President Bush's National Guard duty. How did he do it? He made reference to another blogger's story on his own blog. Web logs, or blogs, are playing an increasingly important part in the media life of the Internet. But they're not for everyone, and their power is also their curse.... (48 views)
Understanding the Glamor of Entertainment Law: How to Get Involved in the Exciting Field So, kid, ya' wanna be a star. Or, more specifically, ya' wanna be a star's lawyer. (19061 views)
How to Negotiate Contracts in Sports Law: Tips From Experienced Sports Attorneys This week at LawCrossing, we examine the world of sports agents and other attorneys who might be involved in the world of professional sports. From contract negotiation to public relations, this is a very specialized realm that can be quite rewarding should you pursue it. (6920 views)
Gary Nelson Appointed to the Role of Executive Vice President & General Counsel at Ceridian Corporation Through his experience in leading roles both in private practice (at Oppenheimer Wolff & Donnelly) and in an in-house environment (at Ceridian Corporation), Gary Nelson has several different perspectives on what the practice of law can offer. He shares them with LawCrossing this week, offering candid answers about the different positions he has held, the effects of... (108 views)
Matthew Murphy, VP of Intellectual Property at Nanosys: An In-Depth Profile Is high tech going small tech? As nanotechnology positions itself to make potentially huge waves in the business and legal worlds, this week's intrepid scientist-turned-nano IP lawyer at cutting-edge Nanosys earns a big Law Star for his work in a not-so-little industry that may just change everything. (234 views)
Jack Levin: Senior Partner of Kirkland Ellis - A Look into His Successful Legal Career Jack Levin's admirable career has allowed him to take on legal roles as diverse as law professor at a few top law schools, author of some of the most important corporate law literature in the field and partner at one of the most revered law firms in the country. He sits down and talks about all of them with us, and gives insight into the evolution of the corporate law... (4033 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)
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)
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)
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)
Law Firm Baker Botts LLP: Autonomy, Collaboration & Innovation - An Overview Baker Botts, LLP, has been in business since 1840, making it the oldest law firm in Texas. Its founding actually predates Texas' becoming a state. Not only is Baker Botts the oldest, but it is the top-ranked firm in the state (and 43rd nationally), as judged by The Vault Guide to the Top 100 Law Firms in 2003. (427 views)
Sullivan & Cromwell: The Go-To Law Firm for Fortune 500 Companies As the law firm chosen to represent Microsoft's legal interests since 1992, Sullivan & Cromwell is undoubtedly one of the most prestigious and powerful firms. Based in New York, Sullivan & Cromwell (S&C) is recognized and respected both nationally and internationally. It has 12 offices employing roughly 700 attorneys worldwide and deals with virtually all areas of law. (220 views)
Securing Attorney Positions at Finnegan Henderson Farabow Garrett Dunner Law Firm | LawCrossing When top corporations need intellectual property work done, Finnegan Henderson is generally on the short list of firms considered. As a result, the firm is also on the short list of every top IP lawyer looking for work. (177 views)
Learn How to Land a Job at Munger Tolles & Olson: Tips from an Insider Resisting the urge to grow at the rate of some of its peers, Munger Tolles has nonetheless earned a stellar reputation for its top-notch litigation department and its commitment to hiring the best and brightest. (315 views)