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NJ Supreme Court Vacates Ban on 'Super Lawyers' and 'Best Lawyers' Advertising

Rich Klein
December 19, 2008 18:09

This just in:NJ Supreme Court decision on attorney advertisingWe've long argued in this space that New Jersey Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers in America rankings do more to increase egos rather than vastly increase revenues. But we've also argued that...This just in:NJ Supreme Court decision on...

Two Law Firm Crises, Two Different Responses To Media

Rich Klein
December 08, 2008 19:00

Two law firms this week suddenly found themselves in crisis mode.Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison on Monday learned about the murder of attorney Anthony Ottaviano. And today, Dreier learned that managing partner Marc Dreier was arrested and charged with...Two law firms this week suddenly...

Webinar on Crisis Communications and Web 2.0 on January 21st

Rich Klein
December 02, 2008 20:13

The Legal Marketing Association has invited me to lead a webinar on Crisis Communications and Web 2.0. It's set for 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 21st, 2009. Details are at the link below. http://tinyurl.com/5tquolThe Legal Marketing Association has invited me to lead a webinar on...

Online Reputation: Keep or Delete?

Rich Klein
December 01, 2008 16:13

There's a great post this afternoon by my colleague Carolyn Elefant about online reputation and a discussion making the rounds of the Internet. The story from the Seattle Times reports on a former college student at Seattle Pacific University who...There's a great post this afternoon by my...

How To Announce Law Firm Layoffs: A Suggested Template

Rich Klein
November 26, 2008 01:26

What should news releases about law firm layoffs say? Well, we've seen so many versions in recent weeks -- some honest, some not so honest and many confusing -- that I thought this template would help those struggling to strike...What should news releases about law firm layoffs say? Well, we've...

Lawyer's Elevator Speech with Nazi Reference Not Funny

Rich Klein
November 18, 2008 21:39

Update from Larry Bodine (November 17, 2008):I sincerely apologize for the crude and offensive "Elevator Pitch" post I put online last week. In the clear light of morning, it is clear that it was anti-Semitic and repellent. I want to...Update from Larry Bodine (November 17, 2008):I sincerely...

Law Firms and Layoff Announcements

Rich Klein
October 29, 2008 15:34

A story in The National Law Journal points to how law firms announce layoffs -- or shoot down the rumors -- in this fast-moving world of online blogs and news sites.It's never easy for law firm leaders. As reporter Karen...A story in The National Law Journal points to how law firms announce layoffs...

Law Firm Bombings Should Prove Urgency of Security, Crisis Planning

Rich Klein
October 21, 2008 16:23

Last's week's bomb blast at a Dalton, GA law firm and a mail bomb that injured at St. Louis, MO partner at Armstrong Teasdale should be a stark reminder to law firm leaders to examine their security procedures as well...Last's week's bomb blast at a Dalton, GA law firm and a mail bomb that injured...

Big Law Firm Needs More Humanity in Statement

Rich Klein
September 24, 2008 21:52

"Upon discovery, the matter was promptly referred to the appropriate authorities. The Firm fully cooperated with those authorities, contacted affected clients and made restitution."According to the New York Law Journal, the above is a statement issued by Sullivan & Cromwell..."Upon discovery, the...

McCain Shows Weakness By Cancelling Debate

Rich Klein
September 24, 2008 21:42

I'm tired of all the war hero, tough guy, and maverick talk. If John McCain is so tough, so ready to be President, then he should be able to work on the bailout bill AND simultaneously prepare for the debate....I'm tired of all the war hero, tough guy, and maverick talk. If John McCain is so tough,...