Test Case: I’m Not A Morning Person. Can I Make Being On Time To Work Every Day More Than Just A Resolution?
Getting up early in winter is like ripping yourself from your mother’s womb before your due date and jumping into snow.
Test Case: Playing Santa On A Deadline—My Office ‘Adopts A Family’ For The Holiday On A Time Crunch
No matter what holiday you celebrate, take some time to make someone else's life better this season.
How Innovative Legal Teams Are Turning AI From Promise To Practice
In recent years, AI has moved beyond speculation in the legal industry. What used to be hypothetical is now very real.
Test Case: Double Trouble — I Try Out A Non-Surgical Procedure To Combat The Family Chin
I was intrigued by a new outpatient procedure that purportedly shrinks your double chin with a few injections....
Test Case: Our Law Firm Hosted An Office Baby On ‘Bring Your Baby To Work’ Day
Could our firm remain productive with a baby on the premises?
Test Case: ‘Pussy Grabs Back!’ A Law Firm Partner Joins A (Peaceful) Post-Election Socialist Protest Mob.
Partner Allison Peryea takes to the streets, in a Tahari work dress and high-heeled shoes.
Test Case: Can I Run A Half Marathon Without Training, Music, Or Crying?
As we get older and busier, we stop thinking about what we are capable of and start coming up with excuses.
Chrometa: Turning Time Into Billable Value For Modern Lawyers
Adoption of Chrometa represents more than a technological upgrade; it reflects a professional philosophy that values accuracy, transparency, and efficiency.
Test Case: Bringing Sexy Back? A Partner Gives Pole Dancing A Chance.
A partner decides that it's time to bring sexy back (and not just on Halloween).
Test Case: Can I Get On Top Of My Workload By Pulling An All-Nighter At The Office?
All I needed was a few extra hours in the day, without interruption from emails and calls, to get caught up....
Test Case: Can I Get On Top Of My Workload By Pulling An All-Nighter At The Office?
All I needed was a few extra hours in the day, without interruption from emails and calls, to get caught up....
I Have Been A Law Firm Partner For A Year. How Is It Different From Life As An Associate?
Columnist Allison Peryea identifies nine ways in which things have changed since she became a partner.
3 Ways Lawyers Are Finding New Efficiencies With AI
Those who’ve adopted legal-specific systems are seeing big benefits.
Test Case: The 18-Mile Enchantments Hike Was Among The Most Painful Experiences Of My Life. Can I Face It Again?
Six years ago, my best friend Brenna convinced me to thru-hike the Enchantments, a steep 18-mile trek in North Central Washington, which I hiked with a right leg that refused to bend during the final eight miles. It was one of the most physically painful experiences of my life, both because my knee felt like […]
Test Case: Vampire Diaries — I Donate Blood For The First Time (Plus Bonus Rant About FDA Restrictions)
If you want to give blood, there is very likely a blood drive near you ready and willing to take it.
Test Case: I Helped Plan And Host A Networking Event. It Was A Lot Harder Than I Thought It Would Be.
You need to be pretty thoughtful in each step you take -- it can affect how much money you spend, how many people attend, and whether people enjoy themselves.
Test Case: Designing Woman — Can I Personalize My Sad, Empty Office On A Budget?
After making partner, Allison Peryea decided to redo her office; here are her 11 tips.
Test Case: What Happens When I Skip Showering For A Whole Week?
Columnist Allison Peryea tries something gross (so you don't have to).