Looking To Build And Grow A Virtual Law Practice? These Lawyers Can Help
If you're hoping to build a virtual law practice or seeking more clients for your existing law practice, check out this noteworthy tool.
Just Desserts For A Federal Government Lawyer
Who doesn't love ice cream? One lawyer turned ice-cream maker comes up with delicious, creative flavors.
AI Is Reshaping Legal Practice—But Tools Aren’t The Real Differentiator.
Explore the mindset, cultural shifts, and training strategies that define the AI‑savvy lawyer, revealing why human judgment, standardized competence, and integrated learning—not technology alone—will shape the future of the profession.
The Ideal Lawyer To Have A 3-Hour Summer Lunch With
Bring along a lawyer who's a real food expert.
All Your Base Are Belong To… This Harvard Law Grad And Former SCOTUS Clerk
Meet a federal prosecutor with a gold-plated résumé who writes video games in his spare time.
Career Alternatives for Attorneys: Consulting
Meet a consultant who reminds us of Olivia Pope (Kerry Washington) of "Scandal" -- but with a Biglaw background.
Morning Docket: 07.05.13
Ed. note: We hope that you had a great July 4th — and that you’re enjoying a four-day weekend. But if you’re at work today and looking for diversion, check us early and often — we will be posting today (although on a reduced publication schedule). * Lawyer of the Day Long Weekend: Christopher Kirby, who reportedly launched a profanity-laced tirade at the mother of a special-education student during a school board meeting. Stay classy, Chris. [New York Daily News] * Speaking of classy, if you make Donald Trump look good, you’re doing it wrong. The $5 million arbitration award against former beauty queen Sheena Monnin just got upheld by Judge J. Paul Oetken (S.D.N.Y.). [New York Law Journal] * Have you been injured in an accident? Call a New York State legislator, who might be earning a six-figure income by moonlighting at a personal-injury firm. [New York Times] * Who doesn’t love rule by lawyers? Adli Mansour, chief justice of the Supreme Constitutional Court of Egypt, takes over as the nation’s interim leader. [New York Times] * Nationwide layoff watch: Dickstein dismisses seven partners in New York. [WestlawNext Practitioner Insights (sub. req.)] * If you’re feeling the heat in D.C. these days, lawyer turned ice cream entrepreneur Victoria Lai can help. [Washington Post]
Filevine’s New Legal AI Platform LOIS Turns AI Into A True Legal Coworker
Legal work isn’t slowing down, and the firms that win won’t be the ones working harder — they’ll be the ones working smarter.
Law School Graduates: Let Them Bake Cake
Do you have a talent for baking? Here's an inspiring story for you.
Will a Job at Sullivan & Cromwell Send You to the Therapist’s Office?
Being worked to death can lead to mental health issues, but here's how one lawyer avoided them.
From Torturing Law Students To Sticking Needles In People
Is this retired law professor a sadist? Actually, no....
A Wachtell Lipton Partner Leaves the Law For….
This former Wachtell Lipton partner could retire already; what is she doing instead?
AI Is Killing Legal’s Billable Hour. It’s Also Repeating Its Worst Mistake
Law firms and legal departments are writing the future of the profession in separate rooms. What happens when they actually work together?
‘Anti-Semitic Elmo’ Thinks Law School Tickles!
Elmo loves you -- and law school, too!
Want To Leave the Law and Travel Around the World?
How would you like to ditch your legal job and travel around the world, photographing and writing about the places you visit?
Are Male Lawyers Fashion-Impaired?
Not these two lawyers! If you live in New York, check our their stylish new store.
Who Wants To Work In The West Wing?
Wouldn't working in the West Wing be a dream job? Here's how you get there....
Career Alternatives for Attorneys: Rock Star
Meet a lawyer/rock star -- and no, not a "rock star" of bankruptcy or ERISA law, but a real live rock star....