Court Will Conduct Joint Trial of No-Fault and Grounds Divorce Actions
February 28, 2011
A Long Island court has answered a question raised last year after New York finally joined the other 49 states in permitting no-fault divorce: What would become of pending fault-based divorce actions?
Court Orders Trial to Consider State of Marriage Under No-Fault
February 28, 2011
An upstate judge has become the second to rule that a trial is required if a party disputes the factual underpinnings of a claim under the state's new no-fault divorce law.
Responding to Bullying
February 28, 2011
With the advent of New York's recently amended legislation permitting Family Courts to issue orders of protection in certain bullying cases, attorneys in family practice have a new reason to assist clients with these matters.
Florida's Over-Regulation of Attorney Speech
February 27, 2011
It started with what probably sounded like a good idea at the time: a 2008 effort by the Florida Bar to amend the state's baroquely detailed attorney advertising rules to account for the ways in which attorneys use Web sites. But it went too far.
Professional Development: Marketing from a Young Partner's Perspective
February 27, 2011
For most new partners, marketing requires a commitment to effectuate a deliberate plan over multiple years. Build on your skills and prior experiences and develop a niche ' something unique to offer clients and referral sources.
The Anatomy of a Successful Business Development Coaching Program
February 27, 2011
Firms must assess their goals and culture to design the most effective program for the firm. Providing attorneys the much needed, and desired, training will lead to a thriving practice for years to come.
Media & Communications Corner: Despite Decline of Traditional Media, Opportunities Abound
February 27, 2011
The media industry is in more turmoil than any time in history. So the public is less informed and much less interested in being informed. Right? Au contraire! Here's how to tailor your message.
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