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Analysis of a decision in which the D.C. Circuit ruled on attorney-client privilege protections for corporate internal Investigations

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<b><i>Suing Led Zeppelin</b></i> Can a Copyright Infringement Plaintiff Rewrite Rock and Roll History? Image

<b><i>Suing Led Zeppelin</b></i> Can a Copyright Infringement Plaintiff Rewrite Rock and Roll History?

Christopher P. Bussert & James A. Trigg

This article examines the allegations of Spirit that Led Zeppelin copied the introductory descending guitar figure in "Stairway to Heaven" from its 1968 instrumental, explains why the suit is not stale despite being brought 42 years after the release of "Stairway," and discusses the challenges that the plaintiff must overcome if he is to prevail in the litigation.

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Rainmaker or Hostage Taker?

Richard Upton

Despite a surge in articles, blogs and white papers that focus on top trends in law firm business development and management, few have explored critical changes taking place within law firm management, particularly as they relate to the concept of the rainmaker.

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Further Precedent Supporting the Retention of CROs

James R. Irving

A recent decision in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Central District of Illinois is part of a growing trend of opinions and orders around the country allowing a debtor to retain a chief restructuring officer (CRO) under sections 105(a) and 363(b) of the Bankruptcy Code, rather than section 327(a) of the Bankruptcy Code.

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Alternative Secretarial Approaches to Legal Support

J. Mark Santiago

Most law firms above 100 to 150 attorneys outsource many of their basic services. Mail, messenger, records and photocopy staff are now commonly supplied by a group of national and regional vendors. However, one key service that is not supplied by any vendor ' and in most of our individual business case analysis proved to be one of the most inefficient services that law firms supplied ' was that of secretarial support.

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Coverage for Communications Costs

Marialuisa S. Gallozzi & Seth A. Tucker

In complex litigation, public perceptions of the parties and the facts can have a significant effect on the ultimate size of the defendant's liability. For example, an early and compelling public recitation of facts favorable to the defense may dissuade some potential plaintiffs from joining the litigation.

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Quick Tips for Rankings Success

Sherry Karabin

Being singled out by one of the research-based legal rankings or directories can be a big client booster, whether it's a practice area or individual lawyers that are recognized. Here are some tips for making the cut.

Columns & Departments

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Bit Parts

Stan Soocher

Arbitration Provision Read Into SAG-AFTRA Limited Exhibition Agreement<br>DVD Cover Photo Included In News Reporting Was Fair Use

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Social Media Scene: Creating a Blogging Strategy When Blogging Isn't Your Business

Stephan Hovnanian

Chances are that if you have started marketing yourself online, then you have a blog (or were told to have a blog). Here is what you need to know.

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Case Notes

ALM Staff & Law Journal Newsletters

Discussion of two major rulings.

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