Holidays
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Holidays and Seasons, Quote of the Day, Small Law Firms, Solo Practitioners
Quote of the Day: How Much Is Santa's Retainer?
There aren’t that many really good Santas. — Roland Davenport, a Michigan solo practitioner, commenting on the sad state of Santa Claus couture during the holiday season. Davenport, who attended what he calls “the Harvard of Santa Claus schools,” has been dressing up as Santa and performing at holiday parties for the past eight years. […] -
Crime, Holidays and Seasons, In-House Counsel, Politics, Violence
House Rules: Holidays, Half Empty - Half Full
Disclaimer: I know this is usually an in-house column with tips and tidbits about being a corporate attorney, but there have already been numerous columns about how to network (or not) through the holidays, how to prepare for the next billable year, and how to act at a party. I’m using today’s column to very […] - Sponsored
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Drinking, Fashion, Food, Holidays and Seasons, Parties, Sexual Harassment, Small Law Firms
Size Matters: Ho Ho Ho
As much Valerie Katz loves her a holiday party, she does believe there are certain rules one must follow. She cannot promise that she observes these rules herself, but as the saying goes, those who cannot do, teach. And with that, here is a guide for how to behave at the office party....
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Advertising, Career Center, Holidays and Seasons, Shameless Plugs, This Is an Ad
Career Center: O Come All Ye Rainmakers - Tips for Networking During the Holidays
With the holiday season in full swing, ‘tis the season for parties. In today’s Career Center post, the recruiters at Lateral Link provide you with tips on how to work a room and expand your network while mingling with co-workers, family, and friends. 1. First, research the guest list. Come up with a list of […] -
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Career Center: Three Ways the Holidays Can Boost Your Résumé
For most of us, the holidays are synonymous with family, fun, and fruitcake. Work, at least for a few days, drops off our radar. However, the down time received during the holidays is the perfect time to break out the old résumé and, in fact, improve it. Whether or not you are looking for a […] -
Drinking, Fabulosity, Holidays and Seasons, Parties, Pictures
More ATL Holiday Party Pictures
We were pleasantly surprised by how many of you seemed to be interested in our recent holiday party photos. So we've decided to bring you more, this time with the opportunity to offer your insights on our pictures. (Yes, despite our new comments policy, we're still happy to let you poke fun at us.) Let's have a look, shall we? -
Events
The ATL Holiday Party: A Photo Essay
Thanks to everyone who came out last night to attend the Above the Law holiday party. The festivities were extremely well-attended. Here on the internets, some people like to say "WWOP." So let's get some pics up in this joint.... -
9th Circuit, Alex Kozinski, Diarmuid O'Scannlain, Federal Judges, Holidays and Seasons, Music, Religion, Videos, YouTube
How the Ninth Circuit Stole Christmas
Let’s play a quick game (which we might return to later if there’s interest). If we were to give out awards to the different federal judicial circuits, in the manner of a high school yearbook, which awards would go to the different circuits? Here are some of my nominations: Most Prestigious: D.C. Circuit Biggest Brainiac: […] - Sponsored
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Holidays and Seasons, Job Survey, Small Law Firms, Travel / Vacation
Size Matters: Small Firms Rule
Valerie Katz would like to thank everyone who participated in her Thanksgiving survey about taking a break for the holidays. She is happy to report that an overwhelming 93.2% of small-firm respondents are able to take time off for holidays. So, is it easier to take time off at Biglaw? -
Admin, Announcements, Fabulosity, Holidays and Seasons, Parties, Practical Law Company (PLC)
Above the Law Holiday Party: It's Tomorrow! Are You Coming?
Just in case the giant ad bar at the top of the site wasn’t a good enough reminder about the Above the Law holiday party, I’m here to give you all of the details again. This shindig is being sponsored by our friends at Practical Law Company, and our fabulous event is going to be […] -
Advertising, Associate Advice, Biglaw, Career Center, Holidays and Seasons, Shameless Plugs, This Is an Ad, Travel / Vacation
Career Center: Top 5 Tips for Escaping From the Office During the Holidays
Now that Thanksgiving is almost upon us, some of you may already be thinking ahead to the winter holiday season. That’s precisely what you should be doing if you want to take more time off than just your firm’s designated holiday days. For some associates, the holidays are a good time to use your vacation […] -
Admin, Announcements, Fabulosity, Holidays and Seasons, Parties
Above the Law Holiday Party: RSVP So We Know Whether or Not to Wear Pants
As we told you last week, the Above the Law holiday party is going to be held on November 30th at Bar 29. The bar is located at 29th and 3rd, and the open bar runs from 6:00-9:00 p.m. The party is sponsored by our friends at Practical Law Company — you might remember them […] -
Barack Obama, Holidays and Seasons, LLMs, Morning Docket, Pornography, Supreme Court Clerks, Tax Law
Morning Docket: 11.18.11
* John Wilkes Booth. Lee Harvey Oswald. Oscar Ortega-Hernandez. Sorry, Oscar, you have three names, but you didn’t actually kill the president, so you don’t get to join the club. [New York Times] * Former SCOTUS clerk Roy McLeese III has been nominated for a seat on the D.C. Court of Appeals. I don’t have […]
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Advertising, Biglaw, Billable Hours, Bonuses, Career Center, Holidays and Seasons, Job Searches, Shameless Plugs, This Is an Ad
Career Center: Top 4 Reasons to Be Thankful for Your Biglaw Job This Thanksgiving
With Thanksgiving just a week away, turkey may already be on your mind. But hopefully so are family, friends, and a time to reflect on what you are thankful for this year. If you’re having trouble with that last part, the Career Center has put together a list of the top 4 reasons Biglaw associates […] -
American Bar Association / ABA, Attorney Misconduct, Breasts, Career Alternatives, Celebrities, Drugs, Holidays and Seasons, Legal Ethics, Marijuana, Money, Morning Docket, Nauseating Things, Trademarks
Morning Docket: 10.31.11
* Snowtober was a treat for some, but a trick for many more. Let us know how your firm is handling this Halloween horror. Email us or send a text to (646) 820-TIPS. [Reuters] * Will the legal profession continue to be a slave to ethical rules of the past? Only if lawyers can’t profit […]
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Contests, Holidays and Seasons
Some Fashion Tips for Legal Types This Halloween
Most of you will be going out on Saturday for Halloween. If anybody is going as a legally themed character, send in your pictures, by email (subject line: “Halloween Costume”). We’ll judge them and pick out the best ones. Winners will get t-shirts and respect. Last year was pretty great, so keep the good times […] -
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Career Center Survey Results: Who Worked on the Fourth of July?
According to the more than 1,000 responses we received to this week’s Career Center survey, 65% of respondents took the Fourth of July holiday off to celebrate their freedom or something like that. That’s a huge jump from the 27% of respondents who reported not working on Presidents’ Day, and the 34% of respondents who […] -
Advertising, Biglaw, Career Center, Holidays and Seasons, Job Survey, Shameless Plugs, This Is an Ad
Career Center Survey: Did You Work on the Fourth of July?
Back in the winter months, we surveyed Biglaw associates about working on the MLK Day and President’s Day holidays. Well, over half of respondents said they still clocked in on those holidays. But now that the weather is warmer, the barbecue grills are up and running, and partners are on vacation, surely more of you […] -
Romance and Dating, Small Law Firms
Size Matters: Love and the Small Law Firm
Ed. note: This is the latest installment of Size Matters, one of Above the Law’s new columns for small-firm lawyers. Valentine’s Day was yesterday, and everywhere you turned, someone was trying to spread the message of love. Rachel Ray was on Good Morning America, showing us how to cook breakfast in bed. Every grocery store […] -
Holidays and Seasons, Sex, Sexual Harassment, Shopping, Shopping For Others
Protip: Do Not Buy A Vibrator For Any Lady At Your Office
Valentine’s Day is coming up. Married men are looking forward to their annual opportunity to have oral sex (don’t act like I’m the only one). Single guys are wondering what kind of depressed and ovulating women will show up at their local bar, alone. And ladies are just hoping for something that will turn all […]