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Reminders for Successful, and Enjoyable, Holiday Networking

Kimberly Rice

Each year, we receive inquiries on how to socialize with friends and family while being mindful of networking opportunities. Follow these steps below to initiate discussions with friends or social acquaintances — without seeming awkward or risking personal relationships.

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New Partners Don't Know What to Expect After Promotion, Survey Shows

Lizzy McLellan

<b><i>More Law Firms Are Paving the Path to Partner, But What Happens Once One Gets There Is Less Than Certain</b></i><p>In some ways, the country's most recently promoted partners are more prepared than ever to take on their new roles. But the change still comes with its surprises.

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Case Notes

Janice Inman

Two Lawsuits, No Collateral Estoppel<br>No Meeting of the Minds in Forged Lease

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IP News

Christine E. Weller

Converse v. ITC

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Voice of the Client: Put Your Best Foot Forward in the New Year — Revaluating Content Strategy

Jen Betterncourt

While reputation goes a long way in attracting new clients, having a solid content strategy is a critical component of the legal sales cycle at all turns, including retaining the clients you have.

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Strawberry Fields For Sale

Barry A. Chatz & Kevin H. Morse

On Oct. 3, 2018, the Chapter 11 Liquidating Plan of Eclipse Berry Farms, LLC was confirmed, concluding a two-year journey from one of the largest strawberry growers in the country to the cessation of operations and eventual liquidation.

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Financial Milestones on the Path from New Associate to Retiree

Justin Peacock

A rundown of the top items lawyers should have on their financial checklists, based on their career stage.

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In the Courts

Colleen Snow

High Court Rules Against SFO in Barclays Appeal

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Annual Entertainment, Sports &amp; Media Law Institute<br>Copyright Year in Review

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Unmasking the Impostor Syndrome

Cynthia Sharp

Many talented lawyers shortchange themselves and their law firms by failing to implement a strategic business development plan. Some claim that they don't have time to market while others lament that marketing doesn't work — for them. While these and a variety of other excuses are common, it may be productive to dig a little deeper to determine whether other factors are at play.

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