3 Client Pitches I’ve Seen Fail
In-house columnist Mark Herrmann talks about what doesn't work when trying to pitch him.
Games Corporations Play
Law firms are funny, if you have the right sense of humor -- and corporations are funny too.
Paying for Law School in 2025: A Straight-Talk Playbook
Juno has consistently secured the best private loan deals for students at the Top MBA programs since 2018—now they’re bringing that same offer to law students, at no cost. Students can check their personalized offers at juno.us/atl This article is for general information only and is not personal financial advice.
3 Predictions For 2017
In-house columnist Mark Herrmann predicts that 2017 will be a surprisingly good year -- but all bets are off for 2018.
I Grow Old. . . I Grow Old. . . I Shall Wear The Bottoms of My Trousers Rolled
In-house columnist Mark Herrmann tackles the topic of aging.
What She Says; What He Hears
Some advice on how to communicate, courtesy of in-house columnist Mark Herrmann.
The Open Spot On The Supreme Court
In-house columnist Mark Herrmann discusses politics versus judicial philosophy in the context of a SCOTUS nomination.
Skills That Set Firms Apart
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Business Development: It’s All Been Said Before
In-house columnist Mark Herrmann outlines a three-step process for business development.
4 Silly Things Clients Say
Mark Herrmann has been doing this for too long to hear the same things over and over again.
Unintended Consequences When Powerful People Speak
If you're a general counsel or other senior in-house lawyer, watch what you say.
Money. Sex. And Falls From Grace.
In-house columnist Mark Herrmann breaks with tradition and titillates his readers.
[E-BOOK] 5 AI Productivity Hacks To Save Time And Streamline Your Law Firm
Discover five practical ways to harness AI and eliminate busywork—so you can focus more on your clients and less on repetitive tasks.
4 Red Flags At In-House Interviews
Think about these things as you apply for an in-house job; they may spare you a couple of years of misery.
The Great Divide: Good Firms Versus Bad
Do you work at a bad law firm? Here are some signs to look out for, according to in-house columnist Mark Herrmann.
The Reader, The Reader!
Be kind to readers: Remind them what you’re talking about.
5 Ways Reporting Differs At Law Firms And Corporations
Welcome to the in-house life.
Rationalizing International Law
What can we do about national laws that are not merely inconsistent, but absolutely conflicting?