Fashion
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Fashion
Supreme Court Case Over Cheerleading Uniforms Has Implications For Fashion Designers
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Non-Sequiturs
Non-Sequiturs: 05.10.16
* Oxford Law students can miss classes if they find the crimes being discussed upsetting. What’s happened to the legendary British stiff upper lip? [HeatStreet]
* Update on the story about the lawyer who apparently lied about his mom’s death to get out of court deadlines. Judge Ross didn’t even need to reach the question of whether or not he lied to slap down some sanctions. [ABA Journal]
* A short horror story inspired by author Timothy DeLizza’s Biglaw summer experience. [Your Impossible Voice]
* As we mentioned earlier today, David Boies played a hotshot lawyer on the series finale of The Good Wife. Pfft, typecasting. [The Careerist]
* BYU law student says he was almost expelled for writing in support of marriage equality. [Tax Prof Blog]
* Kaley Cuoco understands the value of a good lawyer. [Jezebel]
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Law Schools, Sexism, Women's Issues
The Pink Ghetto: Law School Is A Breeding Ground For Sexism
Sadly, women are often subjected to sexist behavior from both male students and professors during their time in law school.
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Small Law Firms, Solo Practitioners
Who Needs A Business Card When You Can Be A Lawyer Stereotype?
Seven stereotypes about lawyers, reviewed by columnist Gary J. Ross. -
Law Schools, March Madness
ATL March Madness: Best Law School Scandal, Pt. 2
The second half of this year's ATL March Madness revealed! -
In-House Counsel, Non-Sequiturs
Non-Sequiturs: 03.14.16
* Ivanka Trump is getting called out on Instagram. Seems one of the shoes in her eponymous line is a dead ringer for Aquazzura’s Wild Thing fringe sandal. [The Fashion Law]
* The billable hour actually makes law firms less competitive — not that this revelation will stop firms from conducting business that way. [Lawyerist]
* When people attack Judge Jane Kelly because she used to be a public defender, they are really taking a crack at the Sixth Amendment. [Slate]
* All the things that in-house counsel really want from their outside attorneys. [Ten Things]
* A contested convention looks increasingly likely, and the GOP establishment is busy planning for that eventuality. [Bloomberg Politics]
* Our friends at Solo Practice U turn 7! Don’t miss their anniversary special. [Solo Practice University]
* Word to the wise: when you start looking to House Of Cards for political tactics, you might be one of the bad guys. [The Slot]
* What it takes to pull off a career comeback. (Spoiler alert: it isn’t easy.) [Law and More]
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Non-Sequiturs
Non-Sequiturs: 02.25.16
* Come on, you know you want it — you’ll be a hit with all the law nerds. [Tee Spring]
* Yup, these are law-related dioramas made with the marshmallow goodness of Peeps. I respect the dedication needed to make these, but was there really nothing better you could do with your time? [ABA Journal]
* Your detailed guide to the messy legal battle between Kesha and Dr. Luke. [Slate]
* One more reason to be paranoid — thieves are using Instagram to track and find potential burglary victims. [Find Law]
* The Marshall Islands are suing the U.S. and India for violations of the NPT. The suit may actually work out for the defendants, forcing them to work together. [Fortune]
* Brendan Dassey’s lawyer breaks down why his confession in Making a Murderer was a fake one. [Business Insider]
* Book review: check out the novel, What Was Mine, for the legal ramifications of kidnapping. [CodeX]
* How to keep up with a client-focused legal practice. [Reboot Your Law Practice]
* As the business of being a lawyer gets more cutthroat, will some law firms break ranks? [Big Law Business / Bloomberg]
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Fashion, Women's Issues
What Women Should Do When They're Told They Don't 'Look Like' Lawyers
Women lawyers don't need to change the way they dress to change the way they're perceived by society. - Sponsored
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Fashion, Sexism, Women's Issues
The Pink Ghetto: Women Lawyers Will Be Harassed No Matter What They Wear
What should you do when a partner tells you to wear a miniskirt, a low-cut blouse, and a push-up bra? -
Fashion, State Judges
No Pajamas In The Courtroom? No Sh!t.
It is not cute when grown-ass adults need to be told basic this-is-how-to-live-your-life stuff. -
Non-Sequiturs
Non-Sequiturs: 01.27.16
* Color me surprised: Amal Clooney is redefining the power suit. [Huffington Post]
* If you haven’t watched Mike Huckabee’s take on the instant Adele classic, “Hello,” you really should. If for no other reason than to see the former governor weigh in on whether he thinks Ted Cruz is a natural born citizen. [Mother Jones]
* Fordham Law professor Zephyr Teachout is running for Congress. You’ll remember the politically minded professor previously ran an unsuccessful campaign for governor. [New York Daily News]
* An adorably old 102-year-old British lawyer became the oldest to have his master’s conferred by Cambridge. [Legal Cheek]
* It is easy to get mad when things are unfair, but like momma used to say, “life isn’t fair,” and there is a lesson to be learned there. [Katz Justice]
* Has NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio lived up to his campaign promises? A detailed look. [City and State]
* Yes, even lawyers — heck, especially lawyers — need to be responsible for their own marketing. [Reboot Your Law Practice]
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Technology
Biometric Bras And One-Eyed Robots – What the Future Holds for Us
According to technology columnist Jeff Bennion, there's a lot to look forward to in 2016. -
Fashion
Hot-Shot Attorney Knows The Value Of Looking Good
That's right, this stylish attorney uses a signature look to nab clients.
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Generative AI In Legal Work — What’s Fact And What’s Fiction?
How Transactional Lawyers Can Better Serve (And Maintain) Their Clients
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AI’s Impact On Law Firms Of Every Size
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Fashion Is Fun, Kids
The Perfect Onesie For A Baby Lawyer?
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Non-Sequiturs
Non-Sequiturs: 12.14.15
* What is the best way to construct your Out Of Office message? And by “best” I mean “least likely to force you to respond to an email mid-Midnight Mass.” [Daily Lawyer Tips]
* When you confess to mass murders on the radio — even ones that are 40+ years old — you can expect some consequences. [Lawyers, Guns and Money]
* Yup, female attorneys are still dinged for caring about fashion, as Ariel Colangelo explains. [Racked]
* How can you measure the health of your practice? [Attorney at Work]
* Color me not surprised at all — Ohio Attorney General tries to stir up a new Planned Parenthood scandal. [Slate]
* Reminder: the deadline for our Law Firm Holiday Card Contest is almost here! [Above the Law]
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Fashion, Shopping
Looking Like A Lawyer: Buying A Bespoke Suit
Should you take the plunge and buy a custom-made suit? -
Non-Sequiturs
Non-Sequiturs: 12.11.15
* We’ve been super lucky that Old Man Winter hasn’t pelted us with terrible, bitter cold weather… yet. But as Westerosians know, it is coming. Here’s how to look good — and professional — when it does. [Corporette]
* The sad state of immigration law in this country is a big ball of tragedy and comedy. Not exactly an ideal policy. [Huffington Post]
* We already reported on Freshfields announcing holiday bonuses today, but another Magic Circle firm is also in a giving mood. Slaughter & May bumped up its “new solicitor bonus” in time for the holidays. That should make this year’s Christmas party almost as fun as 1981’s. [Legal Cheek]
* An historical analysis of how prohibition law led to the modern right wing. Fascinating stuff. [Slate]
* Following up on a benchslap from back in April, Judge Charles Rendlen suspends another lawyer as “dishonest and dangerously incompetent.” Feel free to read the whole thing here. [St. Louis Post-Dispatch]
* Gibson Dunn’s Debra Wong Yang, who has billed NJ taxpayers more hours in connection with the Bridgegate investigation than any other lawyer, is now hosting a big-dollar fundraiser for Christie 2016. Time for some traffic problems everywhere! [WNYC]
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Non-Sequiturs
Non-Sequiturs: 12.01.15
* Holiday party season is officially upon us! (Don’t forget to RSVP to the ATL shindig.) Now for the really important question: what to wear? [Corporette] * An ex-lawyer, a purple g-string, and a giant panda. No, it isn’t the start to a joke. [Metro] * Searching for the perfect holiday card? Check out this […]
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Biglaw, Fashion
What Can You Buy With A Biglaw Bonus? Ask These Stylish Skadden Lawyers
Which luxury brands do these lawyers wear to work?