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<b><i>Case Study:</i></b> Online Practical Guidance Resource Gives Business Lawyer a Competitive Edge
Business law is one of the widest fields in the legal industry, requiring attorneys to have specific knowledge of dozens of areas in order to best service their clients. On a given day, we may advise clients on a broad variety of issues, be it incorporating or buying a business, partnership agreements, real estate purchases or trademark protection. Each situation requires a nuanced understanding of current practice, the rules and regulations, and the implications for our business clients as well as the preparation of specific contracts and forms.
In large firms, lawyers can take advantage of a pool of experts, support staff and information resources to prepare for and handle these often very diverse client tasks. However, the majority of lawyers in the business arena have a small staff, little time, and limited resources to tap when it comes to getting up to speed on new topics, drafting documents and agreements, and preparing for client meetings.
New York's Latest Cybersecurity Commitment
On Aug. 9, 2023, Gov. Kathy Hochul introduced New York's inaugural comprehensive cybersecurity strategy. In sum, the plan aims to update government networks, bolster county-level digital defenses, and regulate critical infrastructure.
The DOJ's Corporate Enforcement Policy: One Year Later
The DOJ's Criminal Division issued three declinations since the issuance of the revised CEP a year ago. Review of these cases gives insight into DOJ's implementation of the new policy in practice.
How AI Has Affected PR
When we consider how the use of AI affects legal PR and communications, we have to look at it as an industrywide global phenomenon. A recent online conference provided an overview of the latest AI trends in public relations, and specifically, the impact of AI on communications. Here are some of the key points and takeaways from several of the speakers, who provided current best practices, tips, concerns and case studies.
Use of Deferred Prosecution Agreements In White Collar Investigations
This article discusses the practical and policy reasons for the use of DPAs and NPAs in white-collar criminal investigations, and considers the NDAA's new reporting provision and its relationship with other efforts to enhance transparency in DOJ decision-making.