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DOJ Announces Clemency Program For Nonviolent Drug Offenders
By William Peacock, Esq. | Last updated on
First came the Fair Sentencing Act reform. Then came disputes over whether crack sentencing reform was retroactive. Now, a third wave of relief for nonviolent...
Lawyer Lessons From The Bard or 'Guess Who Just Turned 450'
By Cristina Yu, Esq. | Last updated on
Since it is Shakespeare's birthday, we wanted to talk about lessons from the Bard. He was, at least in one play, a great supporter of lawyers. The famous quote...
Advising Your Client on Proper Court Room Conduct: 4 Easy Tips
By Gabriella Khorasanee, JD | Last updated on
So much of what we write about at FindLaw has to do with giving advice to attorneys -- but what about your clients? We recently heard about a judge who lost...
Should Your Client Take Acting Lessons?
By Cristina Yu, Esq. | Last updated on
Oscar Pistorius, now on trial for murdering his girlfriend, has become famous for his outward signs of grief and anguish, including weeping and throwing up....
Internet Lawyer Marketing? Let's Do It Effectively.
By Cristina Yu, Esq. | Last updated on
The Internet is now the most popular way for people to find a lawyer. According to a new survey from FindLaw, this is a big change from just a few years ago....
Prep Your Firm for Take Our Daughters and Sons To Work® Day
By Gabriella Khorasanee, JD | Last updated on
As an employer, you have more than just the responsibility of running your firm -- you manage everyone that works there. This is a big month for interacting...