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Funds and Fiduciaries

by Scott Burnett Smith

Early in 2022, the Supreme Court issued a unanimous ruling in a key case dealing with pension funds’ obligations to their participants. The decision established two guardrails that govern how fund managers do their job.

Punishment and Deterrents

by David D. Yeagley

Facing a jury instruction on punitive damages? Here’s a cheat sheet to help you secure the best possible outcome for the defendant you represent.

Press and Publicity: How Television and Social Media Impact Legal Careers

by Justin Smulison

In recent years, with social media giving minute by minute reporting, many lawyers are finding themselves thrust into a spotlight they never planned for. How are lawyers grappling with unexpected stardom, media coverage and merciless influencers?

David L. Amsden on the Challenges Facing Public Finance Law

by Best Lawyers

The Kutak Rock public finance attorney discusses his 2019 "Lawyer of the Year" award and the trends in his practice.

9 Ways Lawyers Are Addressing Climate Change Through Environmental Law

by Best Lawyers

To combat climate change and protect depleting resources, Best Lawyers assesses how lawyers play a pivotal role in addressing ongoing environmental problems.

Property Rights...and Wrongs

by Chad Cooper and Steven S. Kaufman

Winning a legal battle often boils down to finding and targeting the weakest part of an opponent’s case. Four recent real estate disputes in northeast Ohio are good examples.

US Criminal Law Legal Guide: Navigating Future Changes in Legislation

by Gregory Sirico

This article highlights noteworthy pending criminal justice reform legislation, such as the Equal Act, the First Step Implementation Act and the Federal Prison Oversight Act.

Family Owned and Operated

by John M. Goralka and David W. Holaday

In the era of sweeping tax reform, family businesses, particularly agricultural business, face many environmental and governmental risks. Outlined below are strategies to ensure family business survival in the face of these threats.

Here, There and Everywhere

by Justin Smulison

One legal career path can often lead to a plethora of options. In this article, we highlight former recognized lawyers whose commitment to justice never dwindled.

New Texas Law Opens Door for Non-Lawyers to Practice

by Gregory Sirico

Texas is at a critical turning point in addressing longstanding legal challenges. Could licensing paralegals to provide legal services to low-income and rural communities close the justice gap?

A Firm Dedicated to Growth and Knowledge

by Johanna Marmon

The Scarlett Law Group has paved the path toward justice regarding traumatic brain injury cases.

Jack E. Fernandez, Tampa "Lawyer of the Year" for Health Care Law 2017

by Nathaniel Barr

Jack Fernandez on the path that led him to his eminent position in Tampa's health care law field.

New York Legal News 2018: Cases and Community Initiatives

by Compiled by Nicole Ortiz

A summary of newsworthy content from New York lawyers and law firms.

An Interview With Bastian Finkel of BLD Bach Langheid Dallmayr, Germany's 2019 "Law Firm of the Year" Winner in Insurance Law

by Best Lawyers

A look at the new European policies changing the insurance landscape in Germany.

An Interview With Rainer Krause of Hengeler Mueller, 2019 “Law Firm of the Year” Award Recipient for Corporate Law in Germany

by Best Lawyers

Rainer Krause discusses the unique training approaches that make Hengeler Mueller one of Germany's top firms.

Is Time Running Out for DC’s Sanctuary City Law?

by Bryan Driscoll

The Capitol is battling the White House in a dangerous game.