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Strategies and Legal Challenges Following FTC's Noncompete Rule

Adam Powell & Daniel Hughes

The FTC's new rule that limits noncompete clauses/agreements is slated to go into effect on Sept. 4, 2024. This article summarizes the rule, some pending challenges to the rule, and strategies that businesses should consider implementing today to protect their interests.

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IP News

Howard Shire & Justin Tilghman

Are Affiliates Liable for Monetary Relief When They Are Not Named Parties to a Case?

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Heavy Uptick In Ch. 11 Cases Leads Surge In Bankruptcy Filings In First Half of 2024

Sulaiman Abdur-Rahman

Consumer and commercial bankruptcy filings have surged in the first six months of 2024 compared with the same period in 2023, a study said.

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Players On the Move

Entertainment Law & Finance Staff

Notable recent court filings in entertainment law.

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Leveraging Law Firm KPIs for Business Success

Peter Oliva

Utilizing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in a law firm is crucial for evaluating performance, profitability, client satisfaction, and overall success. Understanding which attorneys are the most profitable, which matters are the most lucrative, and the cost of acquiring new clients is crucial for making informed business decisions.

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Staying Nimble and Embracing Values Are Essential for Mid-Size Law Firms' Survival

Michael Ferachi

In the ever-evolving legal landscape, mid-size law firms find themselves at a critical juncture. Seismic shifts, accelerated by the pandemic, have reshaped the very fabric of our industry. Now, more than ever, agility, innovation, and a steadfast commitment to meeting client needs are not just desirable traits, but essential for business survival.

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5 Ways AI Can Strengthen Revenue Generation and Client Relationships

Jody Glidden

Maintaining consistent communication with clients can be time-consuming for most law firm professionals. Balancing this task with other competing responsibilities becomes challenging when case management, administrative duties, and strategic planning also demand the lawyer's attention. The time has never been better for firms to start introducing technology, like AI, to improve their overall business.

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CLE Shouldn't Be the Only Training Mandatory for Attorneys

Sharon Meit Abrahams

State law bar associations mandate Continuing Legal Education (CLE) for attorneys to ensure that legal professionals remain informed of the evolving laws and to maintain a high standard of professional competence. Unfortunately, "how to be successful" is not taught in law school nor approved as a CLE topic.

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Diversity Gains Continued, But Slowed, In 2023

Dan Roe

Results from American Lawyer's Diversity Scorecard The pace of growth slowed for representation of diverse attorneys in 2023, but every underrepresented group still made gains.

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DOJ's Cyber Fraud Initiative Is a Wake-Up Call That Keeps Ringing

Randy S. Grossman, Kareem A. Salem & Kayla LaRosa

The DOJ's Cyber-Fraud Initiative's results and DOJ's guidance on corporate compliance have made the point to government contractors and corporate America — "now is the time to invest and reinvest" in cybersecurity compliance.

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