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Generally, the fewer people who attend a meeting, the better.

Why do firms create large "client entertainment" budgets? In-house columnist Mark Herrmann has some theories.

People are idiots, as in-house columnist Mark Herrmann explains.

What's the difference between an explanation and an excuse? Perhaps it's a matter of your track record.

Mark Herrmann asks: Does your law firm have an adequate compliance program in place?

Do law firms value people who have not been at the firm that long more highly than people who have been at the firm for many years?

Some consultants have come up with a four-part formula for selecting outside counsel. Does it make sense?

Sometimes we care about questions, sometimes we care about answers, and sometimes we care about both.

Mark Herrmann discusses Steven Harper's new book, The Lawyer Bubble, and uses it as a jumping-off point for a discussion of partner dissatisfaction.

What are the hallmarks of the "big firm mediocre" writing style? In-house columnist Mark Herrmann identifies them.

What's the goal of your professional services firm: Do you want to strive for perfection? Or do you want to generate revenue? Or do you bill by the hour, so it's all the same thing?

Eating lunch with a summer associate isn’t a bad deal, but working with one of them is a very different story….

Advice for in-house lawyers on how to respond when prosecutors come a-knocking, from U.S. Attorney turned Skadden partner Patrick Fitzgerald. You're welcome!

Mark Herrmann is happy to share his conflict resolution style with the world, but what's your method of handling conflict in the practice of law?

In-house columnist Mark Herrmann explains how cultural differences can affect people across a variety of professions.

In-house columnist Mark Herrmann shares a few examples of how NOT to protect client confidences.

In-house columnist Mark Herrmann has a public confession to make. What was his transgression?

Why might a general counsel leave his or her position to return to private practice? Here are a few possible reasons.

What is the "rule of negativity," and what does it mean for you? In-house columnist Mark Herrmann explains.

When selecting outside counsel, should in-house lawyers hire by the lawyer or by the firm? Columnist Mark Herrmann has some strong views on this issue.