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The Urge to Merge

Lawrence N. Mullman & Carl Hopkins

In the midst of the current recession-induced pummeling of law firms and in-house legal departments, some positive changes are occurring that are setting the stage for a stronger industry. One is the quantity and quality of law firm mergers that are being consummated.

Creating Better Mentors

Melissa Udell

The success of any law firm is dependent on the quality of its lawyers. So, developing the next generation is always of monumental importance. But not all partners are skilled in effective mentoring. This article describes the basics of what makes a good mentor, and in turn, a good program.

Firms Should Examine Their 401(k) Plans for Savings

Stuart A. Sirkin

Most law firms, like other companies, offer 401(k) plans to their workers. And many firms, like other companies, are looking to reduce their costs. One way of saving cash is to make changes to the 401(k) plan ' but making changes requires advance planning and advance time is running short for firms with 2010 calendar year plans.

Real Property Law

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A recent key case you need to know.

Landlord & Tenant

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In-depth analysis of recent important rulings.

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Development

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A recent case of interest.

Cooperatives & Condominiums

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A look at a recent interesting case.

Are e-Mail Signatures in New York Real Estate Transactions Legally Binding Yet?

Mindy H. Stern & Ronit D. Appel

New York State remains one of the few in which there is no legislation allowing for the use of electronic signatures for the purpose of creating a contract for the sale of real property. New York case law is divided on this issue, and thus fails to provide a clear answer as to whether an e-mail signature or other electronic signature may be used for documents related to real property.

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Index

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Everything in this issue, listed in an easy-to-read format.

Decisions of Interest

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Recent rulings of interest to you and your practice.

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