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GRAY DIVORCES: When Older Parties Untie the Knot
Esther R. Donald
In 1967, the Beatles asked: “Will you still need me, will you still feed me, when I’m Sixty Four?” Today, Sir Paul, the answer increasingly is “No.”
In the News Weekly Roundup: Millennials in the Legal Profession
Best Lawyers
A roundup of relevant news, partnerships, and publications from our listed law firms.
How to Create a Bio that Attracts New Clients
Mark Annick
Put your most relevant information first. Make it sound like you.
Seven Common Tax Issues to Consider When Negotiating Your Divorce Settlement
P. Lindley Bain
During your divorce, you will be faced with various tax issues and it is important that you explore those issues with an appropriate professional before you start to negotiate your final divorce settlement.
How to Handle a PR Crisis
Mike Androvett & Mark Annick
Planning your strategy in advance, and having a team ready to handle a disaster, can help you tackle a problem before it starts.
The Promised Land
Jennifer Alvey
Real work-life balance and sophisiticated practice at a women-owned law firm.
For Large Employers Obamacare Is Still Alive and Well
Felicia A. Finston
Large employers will not get a pass in 2017 in terms of monitoring and reporting the group health plan coverage they provide their employees.
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An Interview With Courtney D. Scobie
Best Lawyers
Ajamie attorney Courtney D. Scobie discusses her practice.
The Lawyer’s Role in a Company Crisis
Mike Androvett, Mark Annick, & Mary Flood
During a company crisis, you need to be forthcoming. But you also need to tailor your message to a range of different stakeholders.
Should You Opt for a Career Expert Witness or a First Timer?
Erin Quinn-Kong
There are reasons to hire an expert with 30-plus years of experience, but don't underestimate the skills of a first timer.
Track Check
Peter Denton, Anthony LaRocca, Sarah Nural, and Linda Stein
A broad-gauge look at the latest trends in U.S. railroad law.
Is Your U.S. Trademark Registration Being Audited?
Paul C. Van Slyke
The first of a two-part look at updates to the U.S. trademark registration process, and what it means for you and your business.
U.S. Steps up Efforts to Review Social Media Use by Immigrants and Visitors
Bradley L. Ortman
Last month, the DHS implemented a new rule to systematize its efforts to monitor social media use of intending immigrants and travelers to the United States.
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Asian Countries Join Worldwide Child Protective Treaty
Stephen J. Cullen
After several years of negotiations, the treaty—the 1980 Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction—came into existence.
The Invisible Wall
Joel H. Paget
His war also is already impacting businesses that need foreign skilled workers.
How Litigation Finance Brings Power to the Plaintiff
Eva Shang
Legalist launched a two-week campaign to help consumers sue Equifax—in small claims court.
Five Tips for Cloud Computing Businesses
Frederic M. Wilf
Cloud computing continues to be a powerful and cost-effective means to build a business with international reach.
Bringing Cloud Liability Down to Earth
Jim Steinberg and Lance McCord
Unlike most traditionally licensed software, cloud solutions also put the customer at risk by transmitting, storing, and processing the customer’s data outside of the customer’s networks.
Mitigating Your Risk
Ryan Robichaux and David Stewart
Why you need a political law compliance program.
What Is a Class Action?
Benjamin H. Whitley
None of these cases were class actions. In fact, they are known in the legal world as mass torts.
What Does Uber's Personal Injury Insurance Plan for Drivers Entail?
Barry Levy
Uber drivers are not required to obtain a personal injury insurance plan.
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Important Considerations in Determining What Is in the Best Interest of a Child
Hossein Berenji
When courts make determinations about child custody they will make the decision based on what they believe is in the best interest of the child.
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Could the Feds Make a Felony Case out of a Lost Lunch Receipt?
Jesse Gessin
“If this is the law, nobody is safe.”
