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Non-Compete and Trade Secret Concerns for In-house Lawyers

Michael Greco

Here is a Top Ten list of concerns for in-house lawyers and the companies they represent.

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Separation and Settlement Agreements

Bill Wortel

This article contains tips for drafting effective separation and settlement agreements that maximize the employer's return on its severance or settlement payments to departing or former employees.

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U.S. High Court Recognizes Title VII Third-Party Retaliation Claim

Sid Steinberg

Retaliation claims are the most dangerous and powerful of allegations under Title VII. The <i>Thompson v. North American Stainless LP</i> decision has the potential to dramatically expand the scope of such claims.

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What's Private in the Private Workplace?

Wendi S. Lazar & Seth M. Marnin

Unlike their public sector counterparts, private-sector employees have historically enjoyed little protection against unreasonable property searches by their employers. Is the legal landscape changing?

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The Place to Network: The Business Meal

Timothy Corcoran

The primary objective of a business meal is to make a connection, to demonstrate that you are a likeable and trustworthy business partner. Do this right and you'll get additional opportunities for face time.

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Professional Development: Teaching Business Development Skills to the Newest Lawyers

Sharon Meit Abrahams

With the tanking economy and subsequent contraction in the legal profession, the only way for firms to increase revenue is to gain market share. This means everyone is expected to contribute to the business development game.

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The Business of Branding: Who Controls Your Brand ' You or Your Clients?

Jeffrey Morgan & Jeremy Hoders

Are you allowing your clients or target audiences to speak about you without accurately conveying your firm's brand message?

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Content Is More Kingly Than Ever

Jay Jaffe

Video and audio/podcast files are quickly becoming the most preferred method of content sharing, and it doesn't look as if anything can stop the juggernaut.

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