Redaction on Pricing Legal Services
The article herein takes the discussion of alternative billing a step further with information from Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC). How does a law firm or in-house counsel do it and what steps can taken to create a competitive advantage with alternative billing?
Where's the Door?
A retail tenant negotiating a new lease should always consider its alternatives for exiting from the lease relationship in the event that circumstances change in the future.
The Impact of the Credit Crisis on DIP Financing
Prior to the global credit pandemic, a company in default or that faced a near-term covenant breach could either obtain relief through waivers and amendments, or refinancings. As the availability of credit shrank, the latter choice was no longer a viable solution. Moreover, a by-product of the frozen credit markets was the unexpected contraction of available debtor-in-possession financing (DIP financing).
SHERLOCK HOLMES STYLE OF LAWYER MARKETING
SHERLOCK HOLMES STYLE OF LAWYER MARKETING - "Put it under the microscope, Watson. When Sherlock Holmes cracked the case, he did so after careful examination of all of the evidence. Similarly, when you're marketing your legal services, it's important to put your prospects "under the microscope." Knowing what your prospects are looking for - before you make contact - is essential. Attorneys with successful closing skills know that taking an in-depth look at their prospects busines is…
Are Web Applications a Security Concern?
Private companies with external Web sites can be susceptible to attackers looking to commit defacement or infiltrate computer networks to steal sensitive information. Here's what you need to know.
Client Intelligence: Q & A with Emily Cunningham Rushing
The author recently interviewed Emily Cunningham Rushing, the CI Specialist at Haynes and Boone LLP. Ms. Rushing spoke about CI at her law firm, how her education has shaped her career, and how she sees CI evolving over time.
Insurance Coverage for Trademark Infringement Lawsuits
This article provides an overview of case law holding that insurance companies are obligated to provide coverage for trademark claims under advertising injury coverage, even when the word "trademark" does not appear anywhere in the policy. Further, it discusses rulings on the prior publication exclusion, which insurers frequently assert applies to advertising injury in the trademark infringement context.
Professional Development: Maximizing the Impact of Women's Programming
It's no secret that our clients are busy. From spa days to fancy dinners, they likely have more invitations for law firm networking events than they have the time (or the desire) to attend. This is especially true for our female clients, who often find their available time further compressed by obligations outside the office.
