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Dress to impress: Use your wardrobe to inspire confidence, enhance what you say

July 28, 2010 17:19

Before we even open our mouths to speak to a new acquaintance, that person has already formed a positive or negative impression of us – based simply upon our appearance.  Even the best of oral statements might not counter a negative first impression.   Research shows that positive...

Lawyers and law firms: What you don't know CAN hurt you

July 27, 2010 19:17

Almost all client defections are predictable – and therefore avoidable – if only lawyers and law firms possess the right information.   “Information is the power you need to control your reputation and career,” said Shari Harley.  “You never want to be caught...

Panelists tackle the perennial question: What do general counsel want?

May 25, 2010 21:28

The success of lawyers  practicing at law firms depends largely on the choices made by general counsel inside a wide range of client companies.  As a result, outside counsel devote a lot of energy to trying to read the minds of their in-house counterparts.   Who makes the decision...

And Now, Loan Participations from a UK Perspective

March 31, 2010 17:34

In response to my post yesterday on a recent New York case prohibiting a participation without borrower consent, my partner Lucy Newcomb from Reed Smith's London office provides a UK-law perspective on the case below.  It is interesting to note that there is no such thing as the doctrine...

Just JDs program at 2010 LMA Annual Conference

March 30, 2010 17:42

In an attempt to attract more lawyers, the Legal Marketing Association introduced a new full-day program at this year's conference -- Just JDs.  Here is a review of this program that I wrote for Law Week Colorado: LMA made a strong effort to attract more lawyers to the 2010 conference. ...