Staci Zaretsky
Staci Zaretsky became an editor for Above the Law in June 2011. She has written for ATL in various capacities since August 2010. Her writing has also appeared in other publications, such as POLITICO, Judgepedia, Lawyerist, and Ms. JD. Staci graduated from Lehigh University and Western New England University School of Law, where her writing was published in the Western New England Law Review. Before deciding to pursue writing as a full-time career, Staci worked at a small law firm. Staci has been featured on various television and radio shows, like CNBC's Power Lunch, CBC News, NPR, CBS Radio News, and BBC Radio, among other programs. You can connect with Staci on Twitter, Threads, and LinkedIn, and you can reach her by email at tips@abovethelaw.com (for general ATL inquiries or story ideas) or staci@abovethelaw.com (for personal correspondence such as media inquiries or speaking invitations). She looks forward to hearing from you soon!
Posts by Staci Zaretsky
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Law Schools
Law Student Crowned As Miss World 2024
The young law student hopes to spread her advocacy for education worldwide. Congratulations! -
Law Schools
The Best Law Schools For Practical Training (2024)
Which law schools are offering students the best training opportunities? - Sponsored
Early Adopters Of Legal AI Gaining Competitive Edge In Marketplace
How to best leverage generative AI as an early adopter with ethical use. -
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Meeting Mental Health Challenges Head On In Biglaw Is Now Easier Thanks To This Lawyer
Quinn Emanuel's director of well-being explains how he's helping employees navigate mental health issues at his firm.
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Dechert's Global Finance And Real Estate Co-Chair Explains How Biglaw Firms Can Get More Women Into Partnership And Leadership Roles
This Biglaw partner has the scoop on how law firms can 'inspire' their female associates to become powerful leaders. -
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Top 50 Biglaw Firm Gets Bigger, Better Space To Entice Lawyers To Work From The Office
The firm's new office may help lawyers better understand there's a 'purpose' to working in person. -
Law Schools
A 'Preview' Of The 2025 U.S. News Law School Rankings
Which law schools are new to (and excluded from) the T14 in this version of the rankings? -
Courts
Judges Involved In Trump-Related Cases Are Receiving An Overwhelming Number Of Death Threats
These judges are forced to constantly be on alert, because what if the next threat isn't an idle one? -
Biglaw
Two Of Biglaw's Best Contribute To Massive Spike In Commercial Bankruptcy Filings
Commercial Chapter 11 filings were up 118% over February 2023, thanks, in part, to these Biglaw firms. - Sponsored
Is The Future Of Law Distributed? Lessons From The Tech Adoption Curve
The rise of remote work has dramatically reshaped the relationship between Lawyers and Law Firms, see how Scale LLP has taken the steps to get… -
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Diversity Work Is Surging For Biglaw As Companies Scramble To Keep It Legal
What's next for the lawyers working behind the scenes on diversity, equity, and inclusion? -
Biglaw
Biglaw Firms Continue To Close Down Their Offices In China
U.S.-based firms are leaving China left and right. -
Biglaw
Biglaw Associate Reportedly Loses Job Over Legal Tantrum Related To Kittens
The associate in question allegedly had a hissy fit over some 'flea-ridden kittens.' -
Law Schools
Heather Gerken Is Yale's First Female Dean, But Hopes She Won't Be The Last
She's using her time as dean to inspire more women to pursue leadership roles. -
Biglaw
World's Wealthiest Law Firm Conducts Layoffs Due To Market Conditions
The size of the firm's capital markets team was reportedly 'too big.'
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Navigating Financial Success by Avoiding Common Pitfalls and Maximizing Firm Performance
In this CLE-eligible webinar, we’ll explore the most common accounting pitfalls and how to avoid them for your firm.
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Is The Future Of Law Distributed? Lessons From The Tech Adoption Curve
The rise of remote work has dramatically reshaped the relationship between Lawyers and Law Firms, see how Scale LLP has taken the steps to get…
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Legal AI: 3 Steps Law Firms Should Take Now
If 2023 introduced legal professionals to generative AI, then 2024 will be when law firms start adapting to utilize it. Things are moving fast, so…
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Early Adopters Of Legal AI Gaining Competitive Edge In Marketplace
How to best leverage generative AI as an early adopter with ethical use.
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The Business Case For AI At Your Law Firm
ChatGPT ushers in the age of generative AI – even for law firms.
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Biglaw
Biglaw Firm's Bonuses Leave A Lot To Be Desired
Associates say this firm's bonuses are 'awful.' Yikes.... -
Biglaw
A&O Shearman Names Its First Global Leadership Team
A&O Shearman's new leaders are excited to take the reins at what's poised to become the third-largest firm in the world. -
Biglaw
Top 20 Biglaw Firm Hits Record Revenue For The 10th Year In A Row
This Biglaw firm has been doing it right for a decade. Congrats! -
Courts, Government
Would-Be Federal Judges Are Flunking This Senator's Judicial 'Bar Exam'
Federal judicial nominees spend a lot of time prepping for the 'Kennedy quiz' -- and some are still performing poorly. -
Biglaw
Top Magic Circle Firm Takes A Chance On Artificial Intelligence
The firm is happy to report that there won't be any kind of 'job apocalypse' thanks to its firmwide adoption of artificial intelligence technologies. -
Government
Law Professor Turned Congresswoman Earns Six-Figure Campaign Contribution From Law Firm's Managing Partner
This law firm partner likes Rep. Katie Porter to the tune of $250K. -
Law Schools
The Best Online Master Of Studies In Law School Programs (2024)
A list that may be useful for non-lawyers interested in learning the law, without getting a JD.