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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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Why Every Big Firm Lawyer Should Consider Going Solo (And Why Firms Should Welcome This)

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The legal profession is experiencing a quiet revolution, and most law firms are completely unprepared for what's coming. While Big Law partners obsess over billable hours and corner offices, a new generation of lawyers is...more

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Generational Collaboration: The Opportunity For Law Firms In The Age Of AI

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The legal profession is stuck in the past. Most law firms still operate like they did fifty years ago. Senior lawyers assign tasks. Junior lawyers do the tasks. This is the old way....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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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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3 Key Steps to Creating a Champion’s Mindset

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Every outstanding attorney I work with (and believe me, they are all outstanding attorneys) is challenged by one basic thing: their mindset. That’s the value of a coach; I don’t get bogged down in the story my clients tell...more

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Insights from U.S. Legal Support’s 2024 Litigation Support Trends Survey

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Each year, we conduct an industry-wide survey to better understand where our clients and partners stand on issues important to the legal industry and litigation support. This summary breaks down some of the most important...more

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May Attorneys Ethically Seek Guidance from Online Forums? Yes, But…

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An attorney belongs to a specialty bar organization in which members routinely post questions, comments and tips on an online forum or through an automated email management system. The attorney seeks to post a request for...more

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Hsu Untied interview with Andrew Skale, Partner at Mintz Levin

An interview with Andrew Skale, Partner at Mintz Levin by Richard Hsu...more

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What Does Esquire Mean?

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The title esquire sometimes appears after a lawyer’s name, usually abbreviated as “Esq.” But what does esquire mean? The Esq. meaning is a bit convoluted. In the U.S., the esquire title is generally reserved for lawyers....more

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Hsu Untied interview with Jake Bernstein, Partner at K&L Gates

An interview with Jake Bernstein, Partner at K&L Gates by Richard Hsu...more

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Adapting Networking Strategies for the Post-Pandemic Era

The landscape of networking has shifted significantly in recent years, driven in large part by the pandemic. This period has accelerated changes that were already underway, such as the rise of virtual meetings, remote work,...more

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Diversity Matters Newsletter Summer 2024 Edition

“Nothing worth having comes easy.” -President Theodore Roosevelt Working towards real diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace should not be easy. In fact, it should be an uncomfortable, arduous journey where...more

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Should Your Gen Z Attorney Be Your Hot Seat Operator?

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Gen Z attorneys are often extremely valuable, hard-working additions to your trial team. We are sure many of our clients would agree, as we worked alongside quite a few truly impressive young trial attorneys....more

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Kindness in a Digital World: Building Positive Brands and Relationships

On average, a person engages in 145-200 interactions daily, both in-person and online. However, only 10-20% of these interactions are truly memorable. Among all these interactions, approximately 5-10% are negative, while...more

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Beyond Legal Advice: Understanding Your Clients for Better Service

In today’s ever-evolving legal landscape, maintaining strong client relationships is more crucial than ever. Clients expect not only legal expertise but also personalized service, empathy, and a deep understanding of their...more

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Basic Information About the Court System

Here are some useful basics if you have a dispute that may be headed to court for resolution....more

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Episode 84: Vilius Bernatonis | TGS Baltic

Vilius Bernatonis is the managing partner of TGS Baltic, a top-tier commercial law firm in the Baltics and a member of the International Law Firm. In this episode, Lindsay and Vilius discuss the war for talent, why...more

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Hsu Untied interview with Derek Foran, Partner at Steptoe

An interview with Derek Foran, Partner at Steptoe by Richard Hsu...more

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Podcast: #WhyMcGlinchey? Lateral to Leadership with Mag Bickford [More with McGlinchey, Ep. 64]

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After joining McGlinchey in 2016, Mag Bickford has risen to firm leadership, serving on the executive Policy Committee, leading the Labor and Employment practice group, and managing the firm’s largest office in New Orleans....more

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Climbing the Legal Ladder: Career Insights Every Lawyer Needs to Succeed

As April ushers in a new season, it’s the perfect time to reflect on our career journeys and seek inspiration for the road ahead. On our podcast, Law Firm ILN-telligence, we often delve into the pivotal lessons learned by...more

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How My Childhood Occupational Goals Came Together in a Career Managing a Law Firm.

When asked, “Did you always know you were going to be a lawyer?” I say no, and really, no, because I had varying other career plans that looked nothing like being an attorney, but indeed have shown up in serendipitous ways. ...more

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Optimizing Your Business Development: Choosing Wisely Among Networking Events and Other Activities

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I read a great article in the Harvard Business Review on networking.  In “Don’t waste your time on networking events,” author Derek Coburn suggests that networkers are not achieving the results they’re looking for through...more

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Responsiveness: The Overlooked Key to Building Successful Client Relationships in the Digital Age

In today’s hyper-connected world, our devices keep us tethered to work even during off-hours. While taking breaks is crucial for well-being, being responsive remains a cornerstone of client and business relationships. Yet,...more

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