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April 02, 2017

Health Care Lawyers Most Worried About Electronic Information

Is Your Firm's Partner Comp Spread Too Narrow?

April 02, 2017

It is fast becoming an imperative for elite firms to widen the range of their partner compensation. Too narrow a range allows competitors with wider ranges to lure away the most commercially successful partners.

Litigation

April 02, 2017

Discussion of two recent rulings of interest.

Business Crimes Hotline

April 02, 2017

On March 3, Stanley Jonathan Fortenberry was sentenced to 78 months in prison for operating fraudulent investment companies and obstructing a Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) investigation. Here's an analysis of the case.

A Primer for the Entertainment Industry on the Use of Blockchain Technology

April 01, 2017

This article familiarizes lawyers with cryptocurrency and, particularly, the enabling blockchain technology, methodologies and systems.

SEC Takes Aim at Political Contributions by Investment Advisers

April 01, 2017

While it remains unclear both when the regulators will invoke their authority to enforce the nearly limitless strict liability provision of the rules and how they will determine the appropriate remedy, the recent settlements and the SEC's handling of exemptive relief petitions may provide some clues.

Lessons Learned from a Quarter Century in Legal Marketing

April 01, 2017

Words of wisdom for lawyers in all phrases of their careers.

Supreme Court Ends Laches Defense in Patent Cases

April 01, 2017

SCA Hygiene Products v. First Quality Baby ProductsThe U.S. Supreme Court on March 21 ruled laches is not a defense to patent infringement suits that are brought within the Patent Act's limitations period.

Yellowstone Injunctions When Prompt Cure Is Impossible

April 01, 2017

Most real estate practitioners are well acquainted with the Yellowstone injunction and its importance in preserving the status quo while allegations that a commercial tenant has breached its lease are litigated. But the third Yellowstone prong — timeliness of the motion — is especially important.

Court Rules That Professional Fees May Not Be Capped by Standard Carve-Out Provisions

April 01, 2017

Secured creditors and debtor-in-possession (DIP) lenders that rely on standard carve-out provisions to limit the impact of bankruptcy professional fees on their collateral would be well-advised to take notice of a U.S. Bankruptcy Court decision from earlier this year.

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The DOJ's New Parameters for Evaluating Corporate Compliance Programs
The parameters set forth in the DOJ's memorandum have implications not only for the government's evaluation of compliance programs in the context of criminal charging decisions, but also for how defense counsel structure their conference-room advocacy seeking declinations or lesser sanctions in both criminal and civil investigations.
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New Networking Resolution In 2026: Build Connection Without the Stress
For lawyers, networking is still one of the most dependable and effective ways to generate new business and build a steady pipeline of referrals. The encouraging news is that networking confidence is a skill that improves with preparation, awareness and practice. Below are strategies to help you feel more relaxed, prepared, and authentic at networking functions in 2026.
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