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The Place to Network: Social Networking, The Tools of the Trade Image

The Place to Network: Social Networking, The Tools of the Trade

Timothy B. Corcoran

In his last column, the author reviewed the networking basics. This month, he takes a closer look at one of the more popular social networking tools in use today, and how it can be used for networking purposes.

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Professional Development: Top Ten Business Building Habits for Busy Professionals

Janet Kyle Altman

If your world has changed and you're now faced with the new role of business development, take heart. Like any skill, it can be learned. These ten habits will help you get a jump start.

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Leadership Lessons from a Civil War Colonel

Mark Beese

How today's law firm leaders can take lessons from Civil War Col. Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain.

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Real Property Law

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Discussion of key cases you need to know.

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Landlord & Tenant

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An important group of cases.

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Eminent Domain Law

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A look at a recent case.

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Development

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A look at recent rulings important to you and your practice.

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Cooperatives & Condominiums

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An in-depth look at recent rulings.

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Easements and the 'Stranger to the Deed' Rule

Stewart E. Sterk

In <i>Cerniglia v. Church of the Holy Name of Mary</i>, decided on April 20, the Second Department confronted an argument about the scope of New York's "stranger to the deed" rule.

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Index

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A guide to the contents of this issue.

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