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Are March Madness Pools Legal at Law Firms?
By Robyn Hagan Cain | Last updated on
As the one-time head of a law firm’s “fun committee,” I understand the importance of injecting a little frivolity into an otherwise bland work week. I also...
Your Paralegal or Legal Assistant: What's in a Name?
By Robyn Hagan Cain | Last updated on
Years ago, when I worked for Westlaw, I made the mistake of referring to one of my colleagues as a "salesperson" in an email to a client. After dealing with...
Real Life Firm Startup: Gregory Mouton Takes Control of His Future
By Robyn Hagan Cain | Last updated on
Some law students dream of a gig that involves litigating from day one; that usually means working for the government. Government experience -- whether...
Small Firm Startup: Tax Tasks to Tackle Before Hiring Employees
By William Peacock, Esq. | Last updated on
See that line outside the door? They aren’t waiting to buy tickets to a Ghostface Killah concert, nor are they waiting for the new iPhone. Those are clients....
DePuy Hip Replacements: Big Verdict Means Hot Practice Area?
By William Peacock, Esq. | Last updated on
Eight point three million dollars. That's a heck of a compensatory award for a single plaintiff, and Friday's massive verdict was the first of many expected in...
Do Lawyers Need to 'Lean In'?
By Robyn Hagan Cain | Last updated on
It's hard to read ... well, anything this week without coming across a mention on Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg's new mission: Lean In. Lean In is a...