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professional development
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The Rainmaker Blog
Stephen Fairley’s Law Firm Marketing Presentation on the Front Page of the State Bar of California’s Website
Okay, so this is a little self-promotional (even for me)... But I just can't contain my excitement! I'm very excited to announce I will be giving a keynote presentation…
Legal Ease Blog
Summer Reading for Lawyers
While the weather outside on Long Island isn't exactly balmy yet (at least not consistently), my calendar tells me that summer is approaching, and for many, that means it's time…
Real Lawyers Have Blogs
Ronda Muir of Law People Blog: LexBlog Q&A
Law firm management consultant Ronda Muir's blog, Law People, occupies a unique space in the blogosphere. Ronda uses her blog to discuss challenges in the legal workplace and innovative people…
Legal Writing Prof Blog
Summer job tips to pass along to your students
By legalwriting
The Young Lawyers Blog is offering up the following advice to summer law clerks: Communicate. This is probably the most important tip. If you have questions about a project, ask…
Legal Writing Prof Blog
Here’s an essay you might find helpful: “Building a better lecture.”
By legalwriting
OK, lectures are supposed to be as passe as analog TV - so, like, last week. But the reality is that all professors still have to lecture from time to time in order to…
Legal Writing Prof Blog
New online ABA Journal poll: What grammar or style conventions do you disagree with?
By legalwriting
In honor of the 50th Anniversary of Strunk & White's The Elements of Style, the ABA Journal online blog is asking readers the following questions: 1. What persistent grammar or…
Legal Ease Blog
Do Something! Request an introduction
By Allison Johs
If you're being strategic about your practice, you've probably identified potential clients, strategic alliances, referral sources or individuals that you'd love to meet. Maybe you don't know the name of…
Legal Ease Blog
How do I know if I should be a lawyer?
By Allison Johs
I recently received an email from an undergraduate student seeking advice that might help him to determine whether a career in law was right for him. Here are some excerpts…
The Legal Watercooler
Conference Spam
With the downturn in the economy, dollars are tighter, especially for professional development. Yet, continuing education, professional development and networking are more important than ever … for the attorney and…
Legal Marketing Blog
Make an Impression That Clients Remember
By Tom Kane
If you really want to make a difference so that clients remember you and send you referrals, then a story Trey Ryder tells about a doctor may help. As the…