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A Change in the Air
Janice Zhou
Soon after the inauguration of President Biden, the U.S. rejoined the Paris Climate Agreement. But this is on the federal level. What is Colorado doing to handle environmental issues on a local level?
Unlawful Pornography and Corporate Liability in Canada
Jordan Donich
Developments on the ongoing efforts to ensure internet companies are policing illegal content, such as child pornography, hosted on their servers.
The 2021 "Law Firm of the Year" Awards in Canada
Best LawyersWe 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.
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
Best LawyersWe 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?
Best LawyersBL Intelligence provides your firm with valuable industry data.
How to Find the Best Lawyer for Your Case
Best LawyersBest Lawyers combines the trust of industry referrals with state-of-the-art technology to help you find the right lawyer.
An Interview With Johnson Winter & Slattery
Best LawyersAustralia's 2020 “Law Firm of the Year” honoree in Energy Law
An Interview With Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner
Best LawyersRussia’s 2020 “Law Firm of the Year” honoree for Real Estate Law
David Ackert's Top Advice on Social Media and Client Prospecting
Best LawyersThe 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
Best LawyersInvited to vote? Learn how to submit your ballot and why your vote counts.
Lawyer Commendations Feature Makes It Easy to Recommend Top Legal Talent
Best LawyersAttorneys recognized by Best Lawyers can now position themselves as reliable industry resources.
Q&A with Rogério Miranda of SVMFA
Best LawyersAn interview with Brazil "Law Firm of the Year" SVMFA's Rogério Miranda.
Q&A with Pablo Perezalonso Eguía of Ritch Mueller
Best LawyersAn interview with Pablo Perezalonso Eguía of 2018 Mexican "Law Firm of the Year" Ritch Mueller.
Clean Energy: Arena's Grant Funding and the New Clean Energy Innovation Fund
Clare Corke
On 23 March 2016, the Turnbull Government announced the establishment of a $1 billion Clean Energy Innovation Fund (CEIF) to provide debt and equity funding for clean energy projects.