U.S. Firms Expand into Latin America at a Record Pace
September 01, 2016
Recent data reveals that Latin America is the fastest-growing emerging market for Am Law 200 firms. The reason for U.S. firms' growing interest in the region is clear: Many Latin American economies boast above-average GDP growth and strong economic ties to the U.S. and Europe.
<b><i> Law Firm CI:</i></b> Inspiring Change
September 01, 2016
Law firm CI, in practice, can have a powerful impact even if it is not being used to improve management decisions. Despite criticisms, here is why it works.
Movers & Shakers
September 01, 2016
A Collection of Moves in the Cybersecurity and Privacy Practice Areas
Emerging Legal Issues in 3D Printing and Product Liability
September 01, 2016
As with any advance in technology, 3D printing gives rise to myriad legal issues. How, for example, will intellectual property rights be enforced if anyone with a 3D printer can create replicas of objects, such as medical and patented devices? Do the fruits of 3D printing comply, or not comply, with current regulatory regimes? And what about product liability?
Economic Factors Driving Increase In Nonlawyer Payment Inquiries
September 01, 2016
As evidenced by a recent Pennsylvania Superior Court ruling invalidating an alleged fee-splitting arrangement between a law firm and an outside consultant, questions about the proper way for attorneys to pay nonlawyers who help generate business still arise frequently.
Crisis: Controlling the Threats and Seizing the Opportunities
September 01, 2016
You might not be able to control when a crisis happens, but you can control how you respond, provided you've taken the time to prepare. While every crisis is different, there are a few key steps to follow to ensure that brands or businesses not only survive a crisis, but bounce back stronger.
<b><i>Leadership:</i></b> Giving Feedback
September 01, 2016
Teams that improve their ability and frequency of giving both positive and constructive feedback can rapidly improve their performance, trust level and learning speed because they are focusing their energy on improving together rather than being defensive, blaming others and protecting their turf.
Professional Development: As New Associates Join This Fall
September 01, 2016
A firm's new associate orientation sets the tone and creates a foundation from which all future activities will be measured. If an orientation program is unorganized, inconsistent or lacking in usefulness, the experience might tarnish the new attorney's impression of his or her employer.
Downgraded: Industry Growth Forecast For 2016
August 01, 2016
The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released its Q3 update to the 2016 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook, reducing the year's growth expectations to just 0.9%.
Raising Capital
August 01, 2016
Given the vast competition for early stage venture capital and the increased scrutiny being applied by investors to valuations and business plans, it is more important than ever to approach capital raising thoughtfully. Here are four considerations for increasing your chance of success.
