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Children Lose Attorney-Client Privilege in CO Ad Litem Cases
By Stephanie Rabiner, Esq. | Last updated on
Attorneys often stand in as guardians ad litem. But in Colorado, all guardians ad litem must hold a license to practice law. Despite this requirement, a...
The Unfinished Business Doctrine Can Haunt Attorneys
By Stephanie Rabiner, Esq. | Last updated on
The unfinished business doctrine: it can happen to you. And it's happening to the now-defunct Heller Ehrman. When the firm disbanded and filed for bankruptcy...
Man Loses Right to an Attorney After Stabbing 3 Lawyers with Pencils
By Andrew Chow, Esq. | Last updated on
Defense lawyers always have to stay sharp for their clients. That is, unless your client has a penchant for making his points with sharp objects. For the...
NY Foreclosure Firm Apologizes for Homeless-Themed Halloween Party
By Cynthia Hsu, Esq. | Last updated on
Law firms everywhere, here's some unsolicited advice: Don't throw a Halloween party that makes light of your firm's work. This is especially true if your...
Supreme Court Veteran Paul Clement to Argue Obamacare Before Justices?
By Stephanie Rabiner, Esq. | Last updated on
The Supreme Court has scheduled a November 10 conference to consider five of the six Obamacare appeals. By November 14, the country will know which cases, if...
Judge Denies 5 Motions to Dismiss Edwards Campaign Finance Case
By Cynthia Hsu, Esq. | Last updated on
John Edwards' campaign finance case is moving ahead, much to the chagrin of his attorneys. The case has survived five motions to dismiss. The former...