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Movers & Shakers
November 30, 2009
Who's doing what; who's going where.
Advance Conflict Waivers
November 30, 2009
Let me try to explain the rules governing Advance Conflict Waivers by asking, and then answering, five questions.
Pricing
November 30, 2009
Despite mounting client discontent, most law firms so far have been either unwilling or unable to change the way in which they price their services. This article argues that this is because most law firms continue to sell their partners and associates rather than selling legal services. It also provides some perspectives on the issue and summarizes small improvements that firms can make to better manage their pricing.
Pension Funding
November 30, 2009
The conclusion of this two-part article addresses: 1) whether the Program qualifies for AFTAP valuation as an asset; 2) whether the Program complies with COLI Best Practices of 2006 and IRC ' 101(j) and Notice 2009-48; and 3) whether the Program is a prohibited transaction.
Profitability Analysis: The First Steps
November 30, 2009
If your firm has a number of legal departments, how does one determine the profitability (or economic contribution) of each? Delving further into a specific department, how do you measure the profitability of a practice area?
Employment Rights and Returning Armed Forces Members
November 24, 2009
The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) recently increased enforcement efforts against employers believed to have discriminated against armed forces members returning from active duty and seeking to reenter the civilian workforce. Here's what you need to know.
Thoughts on Investigative Strategies from a Federal Prosecutor
November 24, 2009
This article provides insight into the thought processes and strategies prosecutors employ when conducting an investigation.
Paradigm Shift: Observations on the Current Bankruptcy Cycle
November 23, 2009
The current bankruptcy cycle is unprecedented in a number of ways: The old playbook is stale and creative new strategies are the order of the day.
Partnership in Troubled Economic Times
October 29, 2009
It is vitally important that partners examine the culture of their firm before making "blanket" modifications to the partnership structure/admission practices simply to satisfy the current, and perhaps short-term, economic issues.
Is the Hourly Rate Dead?
October 29, 2009
Beyond the daily headlines of layoffs and reductions in force, the current Recession/"Depression" has made another impact on the legal profession: raising more questions about the viability of the billable hour.

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