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The 2021 "Law Firm of the Year" Awards in Canada

We are excited to announce the recipients of the 2021 "Law Firm of the Year" awards in Canada.

The Virtual Courtroom

Andrew E. Curto and Danielle E. Tricolla

Why some of the industry changes the pandemic has wrought—the advent of remote courthouse appearances chief among them—deserve to outlast the return to normal life.

Is It Live . . . Or Is It Virtual?

Adrian L. Bastianelli III, Paulo Flores, Kevin J. O’Connor, and Robert S. Peckar

Mediation via Zoom is just one of the legal-industry oddities the pandemic has wrought. Here’s a cheat sheet for how to make it work for you—and some thoughts on whether it’s here to stay.

Jury Study Sounds Alarm for Insurance Industry

Christopher W. Martin

Without Congressional action, the years ahead will see a tsunami of suits filed against the insurance industry for COVID-19-related claims. Our intensive surveys shed some disturbing light on potential jurors’ attitudes and perspectives.

Selection Protection

Robert A. Clifford and Bradley M. Cosgrove

Jury Research in High Profile Cases

How I Adapt to Working From Home

Alexandria Hurst

With the pandemic still ongoing with no end in sight, one lawyer writes about how she stays sane working from home.

Best Lawyers Since Day One

We talked to some of the 566 attorneys who have been recognized by Best Lawyers since the first edition in 1983.

How Does Your Firm Measure Up?

BL Intelligence provides your firm with valuable industry data.

How to Find the Best Lawyer for Your Case

Best Lawyers combines the trust of industry referrals with state-of-the-art technology to help you find the right lawyer.

DOL Proposes New Overtime Rule and Salary Threshold for Exemption

Megan Erickson Moritz

The Department of Labor is proposing a hike to the salary threshold requirement for exempted employees.

An Interview With Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner

Russia’s 2020 “Law Firm of the Year” honoree for Real Estate Law

David Ackert's Top Advice on Social Media and Client Prospecting

The president of Ackert Inc. offers his insights on business development to Best Lawyers following the 2019 Legal Marketing Association Annual Conference.

The Best Lawyers Voting Process Explained

Invited to vote? Learn how to submit your ballot and why your vote counts.

Lawyer Commendations Feature Makes It Easy to Recommend Top Legal Talent

Attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers can now position themselves as reliable industry resources.

RTO Tariffs and Market Protocols–Will the Supreme Court Limit Chevron Deference?

Lyle D. Larson

Looking at the future of Chevron deference following Kennedy's unexpected departure.

Decisions, Decisions

Boris Bershteyn

Leading cases on the Supreme Court’s 2018 business docket.

In the News Weekly Roundup: Millions in Fund for Native American Farmers

This week in news from our listed attorneys, millions are set aside in a fund for Native American farmers after a winnning class action suit.

In the News: Homeowners Win Settlement From City Over Flooding

Greenberg and Fisher Phillips make new hires, and Children's Law Center recognizes McDermott Will & Emery.

Q&A with Jeff Hirsch of Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP

Nicole Ortiz

"There is national mobility in Canada, so there is, in essence, free movement of lawyers across the country."

Public-Private Partnerships in Puerto Rico: A Handbook

DLA Piper

Historically, there has been vigorous debate among the residents of Puerto Rico for and against the privatization of public property and public services.

Diversifying Africa

A time of changes, challenges, and opportunities.

News on the Bill Regarding the Strengthening of SERNAC

Guillermo Carey

How the DOL's Final Rule on White Collar Exemptions Compares To Its Original Proposal

Megan Erickson Moritz

We finally know details of the Department of Labor’s long-awaited Final Rule updating the executive, administrative, professional, and outside sales exemptions – i.e., the so-called “white collar” exemptions.