We asked our "Lawyer of the Year" recipients in the Midwest what they found most rewarding and most challenging about their fields of law. Here is what they had to say.
Trial by Hire
by John F. Hill
Tips for a jury trial preparation
When to Hire a Real Estate Attorney
by Bryan Driscoll
Not every deal requires one but in the right situations, a real estate attorney can be the difference between a smooth closing and a costly mistake.
Issue Spotting Guide for Assessing Inbound to U.S. Travel Issues
by Kathleen M. Peregoy
Essential guidance for management and HR on assessing U.S. travel and work visa issues to ensure immigration compliance and smooth workforce mobility.
Blurred Lines
by Andrew Kirby
Where does responsible lending end and unconscionability begin? Australian courts have come to vastly different conclusions. An overview of current case law.
The Great Debate: Do You Arbitrate Commercial Disputes?
by David K. Taylor
In a civil case, is it wiser for a business to try to persuade the counterparty to agree from the outset to arbitration—or potentially to place its very solvency in the unpredictable hands of a judge and jury?
Unwavering Dedication to Clients
by Best Lawyers
Trial attorneys Michael Lyons and Chris Simmons find motivation when the result means everything.
A Startup Accelerator Program Sets Cuatrecasas Apart
by Best Lawyers
Miguel de Almada and Frederico Bettencourt Ferreira from the Portuguese firm discuss their 2019 "Law Firm of the Year" award for Litigation and Arbitration.
What Is Wrongful Termination? Understanding When a Firing Becomes Illegal
by Bryan Driscoll
Losing your job can be devastating. Here’s how to tell if your termination crossed the line and what to do next.
Clash Across the Channel
by Peter Rosher and Clément Fouchard
The diametric opposition of decisions reached by French and English courts in a recent arbitration case shows how profound cultural differences between international jurisdictions can lead to maddening legal uncertainty.
Changes in Employment Arbitration for 2025
by Debra Ellwood Meppen, Brandon D. Saxon and Laurie Villanueva
What businesses need to know to stay ahead of the curve.
What Is an Uncontested Divorce?
by Bryan Driscoll
A clear, cooperative path to divorce if both spouses agree on the terms
Compelled to Compete
by Ashish Mahendru
Courts and legislatures—and now the White House—are taking an increasingly dim view of noncompete employment agreements, a development the pandemic has quickened. What can employers do to protect their confidential information?
Blockchain 101
by Peter Brown
The rapidly developing technology is good for much more than just cryptocurrency exchange. What do lawyers need to know?
REAGREEMENT: A Last Chance when Faced with Liquidation
by Joan Antoni Borràs Abós
Although it is evident that the intent of the framers of the Insolvency Law was always to favor the conclusion of the insolvency by the debtor...
Mergers and Acquisitions Law in Texas: Top Legal Considerations for M&A Deals
by Best Lawyers
Mergers and acquisitions are major events for many stakeholders involved in businesses. Learn more about mergers and acquisitions law in the state of Texas.
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