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The Importance of Trial Preparation
Benjamin Slater III
What are the keys to success in the courtroom?
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A Trial Is all about the Appeal
Campbell D. Barrett and Judge Lynda B. Munro
Every trial has the potential for an appeal. The likelihood of an appeal is enhanced when the judge has picked a clear winner and loser after a family bench trial.
3 Strategies to Frame Your Medical Malpractice Case
Lloyd Bell
For success in any trial, jury selection and case framing are key.
Negotiating in Mediation: Why Did We Stop Talking?
Mark LeHocky
A successful mediation typically depends upon three key steps: engaging the client on why and when to mediate; actively engaging the adversary prior to the mediation; and advocating at the mediation session itself.
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.
The Argument Against Self-Representation in Patent Cases
John Powers
A look back at the 1983 Nilssen case, and what it means for patent law today.
In the News Weekly Roundup: Court Rules for Taxes in Online Retail
Best Lawyers
News from our listed lawyers. This week: New leadership at Richards, Layton & Finger, and developments in the Supreme Court.
Olga Prosyanyuk of Aver Lex on Her Criminal Defense Practice
Best Lawyers
Aver Lex won the 2019 "Law Firm of the Year" award for Criminal Defense in Ukraine.
In the News: Meet the Lawyer Representing Christine Blasey Ford
Best Lawyers
This week, hirings at King & Spalding, and a profile of civil rights attorney Debra Katz.
Factors to Consider When Naming a Health Care Agent
Anthony J. Enea
A health care agent can make medical decisions for you and see that your end of life wishes are respected.
What New York's Child Victims Act Means for Public Schools
Anastasia M. McCarthy
The new Child Victims Act is expected to have a profound and long-lasting impact on public school systems.
What the Seller-Friendly Market Means for Private Equity
Best Lawyers
JP Bogden and Kurt Sarno of 2019 Canadian "Law Firm of the Year" award-winner Blakes discuss trends in the private equity sector.
Can Your Option to Purchase Get Lost in a Franchise Agreement?
Benjamin Caddaye, Law Clerk and Alicia Hill
With the changing of a contract in a franchise agreement, certain rights you thought you were entitled to might get lost in translation.
4 Legal New Years Resolutions You Can Actually Keep
Anthony J. Enea
New Years resolutions don't always work, but these four reasonable suggestions will serve you well for many more years to come.
Staying Competitive in Competitions and Antitrust Law
Best Lawyers
Igor Svechkar of Asters talks with Best lawyers about his firm's 2019 Antitrust "Law Firm of the Year" award for Ukraine.
Fair Enough: The “Fair Use” Defense to Trademark Infringement
Maria Crimi Speth & Aaron K. Haar
There are two arguments for fair use in a trademark infringement case. Here's your guide to understanding both.
The 5 W’s of Bankruptcy Communications
Eden Gillott
You might be an expert on bankruptcy, but communicating its practical realities to clients can get complicated.
Here Are Gide's Predictions on the Biggest Trends in Real Estate
Best Lawyers
Winner of the 2019 "Law Firm of the Year" award for Real Estate Law in France, Hugues Moreau of Gide talks global capital and market changes.
4 Ways to Engage Your Client on Their Terms
Scott Distasio
Upping your customer service skills could boost business, propel your career, and help you retain top clients.
Davies Points to “Groupthink” as Contributor to Industry Stagnation
Best Lawyers
The 2019 Canaidan "Law Firm of the Year" honoree for Competitions/Antitrust Law shares the keys to their success.
Unpacking the 2019 Spanish General State Budget
Mariano Roca López
A union between two left-wing parties in Spain has led to a new budget agreement that could raise personal and corporate income taxes.
How You Can Avoid a Civil Suit (And Why You Want To)
Ryan B. Bormaster
You don't need to go to court to handle a civil suit. Find out your alternative options.
Gowling WLG Attorneys Discuss Aboriginal Law in Canada
Best Lawyers
Gowling WLG won the 2019 "Law Firm of the Year" award for Aboriginal Law in Canada.
Understanding the Benefits of Copyright Registration
Maria Crimi Speth & Aaron Haar
If you aren't registering your copyrights with the United States Copyright Office, you're missing out on additional protections.
8 Ways Arbitration Agreements Can Hurt Employers
Kraig J. Marton
Arbitration might seem like an appealing alternative, but it could cost you time and money.
Lawyer Commendations Feature Makes It Easy to Recommend Top Legal Talent
Best Lawyers
Attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers can now position themselves as reliable industry resources.
Fasken Attorneys on Their 2019 "Law Firm of the Year" Award Win
Best Lawyers
Lawyers from the Canadian firm discus their employment law practice and the changes coming to the Canadain legal market.
Who Gets the Nod When Deciding Between Expert Witnesses?
Safra Ducreay
It’s not just a matter of experience—often you need to look deeper than what's on the resume.
