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Law Firms Are Bleeding Talent Because They Refuse to Build Leaders

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Law firms have a leadership crisis. Not a shortage of managing partners or practice group heads, but a fundamental inability to develop actual leaders from within their ranks. The traditional model of promoting the best...more

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Your Law Career Is a House of Cards Without a Book of Business

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Let me tell you a truth that will make every partner at your firm uncomfortable: if you don't have a book of business, you don't have a career. You have a job. And jobs disappear. I've watched brilliant lawyers get shown the...more

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AI, Talent, and the eDiscovery Edge

eDiscovery professionals have long been ahead of the curve when it comes to legal tech. We’ve been talking about AI for years, well before it became the industry’s buzzword. Remember TAR? Predictive coding? Judge Andrew...more

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The Untapped Power of Law Firm Alumni Programs

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In an era where relationships drive business, law firms are increasingly recognizing the strategic value of alumni programs, not just as a goodwill gesture, but as a powerful engine for growth, brand loyalty, and revenue...more

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Excellence or Extinction: Why the Legal Industry's AI Revolution Will Destroy the Middle

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The legal profession stands at the edge of a cliff, and most practitioners are sleepwalking toward it. This isn't about gradual change or market evolution. The legal industry is being rewired in real time by artificial...more

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Podcast - Seek Out Feedback

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In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small shares personal stories from early in his legal career that illustrate the invaluable role of experienced trial observers and...more

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Beyond the Firm: Alternative Career Paths for Legal Professionals

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Lawyers are increasingly seeking new career opportunities that leverage contemporary technologies and maintain work-life balance. These opportunities can be found with Alternative Legal Service Providers (ALSPs) — outside of...more

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Maximizing Opportunities: Advice for Summer Associates

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Holland & Knight's Summer Associate Program offers aspiring attorneys an opportunity to gain real-world experience within a dynamic law firm. Participants will find numerous possibilities for professional growth while...more

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Friends Are All You Need, May 2025 - A Note to My Younger Self: Friends

Oh, the places you will go and the people you will meet! This work thing can be so all-consuming that your first years as an associate leave no room for much of anything (well, other than work). Then, you will make partner...more

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Cultivating Wellness in Law: BARBRI’s Initiatives for Well-Being Week 2025

We understand that the practice of law, while immensely rewarding, comes with its unique set of challenges. From high-pressure deadlines to the emotional demands of the profession, it can be easy for mental health and...more

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[Webinar] Eye on ESI - May 20th, 9:30 am PT

Join ACEDS and TRU Staffing Partners for a monthly interactive discussion on industry trends - Jared Coseglia, founder and CEO of TRU Staffing Partners and agent to thousands of e-discovery, privacy, and cybersecurity...more

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[Webinar] Generative AI and the Future of Professionals - May 15th, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET

Already, legal professionals across the industry are beginning to use generative AI. But now, it's time to take the next step to think about GenAI strategically: What does its introduction mean for my own career and the...more

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Want to Be a Better Lawyer? Start by Being a Better Communicator

Being a good communicator is central to being a good lawyer. Last month, I sat in on a fireside chat between President Obama and the president of my alma mater, Hamilton College. As someone widely regarded as one of the most...more

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[Ongoing Program] The Way to Your Own Law Firm - Session 3: Money - May 14th, 7:00 pm ET

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Own Your Practice, Own Your Success - Ready to launch your own law firm? Join our free, three-session course, break free and build the law firm you’ve always wanted. The Way to Your Own Law Firm - You became a...more

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Navigating Generational Friction in Law Firms 

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In May of 2023, I (Mike) tried to raise awareness of the challenges of navigating generational changes by focusing on the impact on partner compensation… The post Navigating Generational Friction in Law Firms  appeared first...more

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[Ongoing Program] The Way to Your Own Law Firm - Session 2: Acquiring Clients - May 7th, 7:00 pm ET

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Own Your Practice, Own Your Success - Ready to launch your own law firm? Join our free, three-session course, break free and build the law firm you’ve always wanted. The Way to Your Own Law Firm - You became a...more

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[Ongoing Program] The Way to Your Own Law Firm - Session 1: Nuts & Bolts - April 23rd, 7:00 pm ET

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Own Your Practice, Own Your Success - Ready to launch your own law firm? Join our free, three-session course, break free and build the law firm you’ve always wanted. The Way to Your Own Law Firm - You became a lawyer to...more

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[Webinar] Eye on ESI - April 15th, 9:30 am PT

Join ACEDS and TRU Staffing Partners for a monthly interactive discussion on industry trends - Jared Coseglia, founder and CEO of TRU Staffing Partners and agent to thousands of e-discovery, privacy, and cybersecurity...more

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Law Firms Must Get “Unreasonable” To Win The Talent Wars

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As an adjunct legal professor, I’m fortunate to get to spend time with law students. They are smart, hardworking, and ready to make valuable contributions to the legal profession. And they’re different from lawyers of...more

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Law School Toolbox Podcast Episode 496: The Early BigLaw Recruiting Timeline (w/Sadie Jones)

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Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! In this episode, we discuss the early timeline for 2L summer job applications and stress the importance of applying before the traditional OCI period. We highlight the need for...more

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Trust, Tech Savvy, Preparation: Keys to New Litigator Success

We have been writing about the personal traits and professional skills litigators need to be successful in pretrial discovery practice for a long time. Whether it’s offering tips on how to master remote depositions, pointing...more

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Up Close: Baker Donelson Shareholders on Leaving a Legacy

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Reflecting on the distinguished careers of Sr. Counsels Craig Holden, Phillip Sharp, Pete Ezell, and Jan Hayden at Baker Donelson, it is apparent that their collective legacies transcend mere professional accomplishments....more

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Tips for Building a Legacy, Ten Minutes at a Time

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I have a confession to make. During my 28 years of practicing law, I never intentionally thought about "building a legacy." For me, the type of people who build legacies are trailblazers who endure great hardship and make...more

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How to Build a Legacy by Asking, "What's Next?"

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When I was asked to write about my legacy, my first reaction was, am I old enough for that? But then I thought about the hip replacement I had last year. I've been going through old files and boxes lately, finding things...more

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Baker's Dozen: What Does Leaving a Legacy Mean to You?

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What does it mean to leave a legacy? For some, it’s about mentorship and creating opportunities for those who follow. For others, it’s about building relationships, shaping a culture of inclusion, or making a lasting impact...more

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