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Interview: Michael Rothman: From Lawyer to High-End Private Investigator

February 23, 2012 14:30

Career opportunities often fall into a lawyer's lap when he or she least expects it. The key is to seize the opportunity. A case in point is Michael Rothman who moved to New York and took a job in the... Career opportunities often fall into a lawyer's lap when he or she least expects it. The key is...

Patricia Lin: Environmental Lawyer Finds Joy in Scuba Diving

February 23, 2012 14:29

Professionally, Patricia Lin is an environmental lawyer for the Chevron Corporation who is also very involved in local Asian bar association activities. However, in her personal life, Lin is a devoted scuba diver who spends as much time as possible... Professionally, Patricia Lin is an...

Rob Sciglimpaglia: Moving from Law to Acting and Voice Overs

February 23, 2012 14:26

Robert Sciglimpaglia's legal career came to an unexpected crossroads in May 2006. He could either continue practicing workers' compensation law full time, or accept a 13-day contract to perform as an extra in the Disney movie "Enchanted," co-starring Susan Sarandon.... Robert Sciglimpaglia's legal...

Chinwe Enu: Pursuing an Opera Career

February 23, 2012 14:23

Chinwe Enu, a lawyer in Riverdale Park, Maryland, recently received the African Jewel Award. The award is sponsored by African Focus, Inc., a nonprofit organization in California that focuses on the well-being and growth of African people around the world....Chinwe Enu, a lawyer in Riverdale Park,...

Guy Kawasaki Shares 10 Ways to Use LinkedIn to Find a Job

February 23, 2012 14:22

Discusses Guy Kawasaki's 10 tips for using LinkedIn to find a job.In a recent blog post, startup guru Guy Kawasaki explained how to use LinkedIn to find a job (please also check out LinkedIn for Lawyers 101 for a short LinkedIn tutorial tailored to attorneys). Below, in summary form, are Kawaski's...

Working Mother Magazine and Flex-Time Lawyers Announce Their 2009 List of the "50 Best Law Firms for Women"

October 14, 2009 15:15

It’s a late summer tradition: Working Mother magazine and Flex-Time Lawyers team up to publish their annual list of the top 50 law firms for women. Working Mother magazine is a major publication dedicated to serving and supporting all mothers...It’s a late summer tradition: Working Mother magazine...

Michelle Obama Puts the Spotlight on Work-life Balance for Lawyer-moms

December 31, 2008 08:49

On January 20, 2009, Michelle Obama will become the First Lady of the United States. Arguably, she is going to be the most prominent example of a woman dealing with the challenges that working lawyer-moms face as they work to...On January 20, 2009, Michelle Obama will become the First Lady of the...

In Challenging Economy, U.S. Lawyers Increase Pro Bono Service

December 30, 2008 10:27

What do lawyers do during an economic downturn, when there is less work available? A lot of them are doing more pro bono work in their spare time. ALB Legal News reports that many attorneys in the United States are...What do lawyers do during an economic downturn, when there is less work...

Careers Are Like Marriages: Find the One You Want -- or Fix the One You Have!

December 16, 2008 18:48

Tips on find the right legal careerBy Olga Artman, Celia Paul, and Stephen Rosen Careers are like marriages in the sense that we spend a significant amount of time with both and put years into making them work. So what can you do if your marriage—or your career—is in trouble? As the old proverb...

Women Lawyers Transition to More Satisfying Careers

November 17, 2008 05:50

Even in the best of times, the law can make for a difficult career. These days, a combination of various economic conditions and lifestyle factors are prompting many women lawyers to make changes in their careers and to find better...Even in the best of times, the law can make for a difficult...