* Graduate student loans could be a casualty of any debt ceiling compromise. [Taxing Matters / Forbes]
* When I saw this, I thought, “Man, I really should read this.” But really, it is you, the anonymous commenter, who really needs to read this. [Social Media Law Blog]
* An ode to the many bad lawyers out there, in this week’s Round Tuit. [Infamy or Praise]

Why Law Firms Are Moving Beyond The Billable Hour
Explore 5 expert-backed reasons law firms are rethinking the billable hour and how legal billing software is leading the way.
* Man convicted on the strength of testimony from his former lawyer. Ouch. [Underdog]
* CHECK YOU DOMAIN NAME SECURITY. [Legal Blog Watch]
* It gets better… unless you voted for Scott Brown. [Huffington Post]
* From your lips to God’s ears. [FiveThirtyEight]

The Law Firm’s Guide To Trust Accounting And Three-Way Reconciliation
Proper trust accounting and three-way reconciliation are essential for protecting client funds and avoiding serious compliance risks. In this guide, we break down these critical processes and show how legal-specific software can help your firm stay accurate, efficient, and audit-ready.
* Calling all Gen Y lawyers (lawyers born in 1980 or after) — your insights are needed! [MCCA]
* If you’re looking for an e-discovery company with a strong track record of judicial acceptance, check out Guidance Software. [Above the Law (sponsored content)]