Just Shoot ‘Em Straight: Why Transparency Is Still Important to Associates
The word transparency gets tossed around often when it comes to what employees want more of from management. In law firms, associates often feel they are left in the dark only to hear about decisions...
View ArticleThe Corporate Transparency Act – What Law Firms Need To Know
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which went into effect January 1, 2024, represents a significant shift in the regulatory landscape for small businesses – including law firms – in the United...
View ArticleIdentifying and Addressing Conflicts of Interest
We have all experienced conflicts in our lives. Like that one time you invited your two best friends to a party without realizing they both dated the same person (awkward). Or when you tried to go...
View ArticleNavigating Ethical and Regulatory Challenges of Generative AI in Law Firms
The legal profession is undergoing a profound transformation as technology advances, with Artificial Intelligence (AI) emerging as a central player. Generative AI, in particular, is at the forefront of...
View ArticleThe Corporate Transparency Act: Business Opportunity or Risk Landmine
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is a federal law requiring certain U.S. business entities to report beneficial ownership information to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) to combat...
View ArticlePresidential Executive Actions: Ethical Obligations for Lawyers Advising in...
Since taking office, President Trump has taken a number of actions that include memoranda, proclamations, and executive orders. A current and complete list of presidential actions is available on the...
View ArticleNear and Dear – Understanding Your Partner Compensation
Partner compensation – it’s a complex topic that consultants have built careers around, firms have committees named for, executive and management committees spend countless hours discussing and, I...
View ArticleLegal Industry Regaining Pre-Pandemic Strength as Group Lateral Hires...
Law firms are still waging a battle for talent, fighting each other to recruit and retain the best. The latest hiring trend involves large groups moving between firms. Last year’s lateral move...
View ArticleIs Reconciling Your Trust Account an Unfinished Project?
Procrastination is a familiar struggle, especially when faced with tasks outside our comfort zone. Last year, I purchased a beautiful antique piece of furniture with the intention of restoring it....
View ArticleDecision Hierarchy for Jury Selection: Attitudes, Experiences, and then …...
Human decision making is a complex process. There are so many factors that can affect a single person’s interpretation of how a case and evidence are presented. But, generally, ideologies, or...
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