How law firms can use hybrid options for lawyer training
THOMPSON REUTERS — A big part of law firms’ successful adaptation to the increased use of ChatGPT and other forms of generative AI, may depend upon how firmly they embrace online learning & development tools designed for hybrid work environments.
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CISION PR WEB — Lathrop GPM LLP is proud to announce the launch of the firm’s 1L Diversity Opportunity Program designed to attract and retain historically underrepresented groups in the legal field, including people of color, with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community.
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THOMPSON REUTERS — Lawyers are often stressed out. Most have demanding careers, and typically little or no sense of work-life balance. In this blog post, we offer six essential stress management practices every lawyer can start to implement immediately.
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BLOOMBERG LAW — This month, law students will apply to as many as 50 or 100 judicial clerkships using an online application system. The effort during summer break will be worth it for many of those who land a coveted judicial clerkship. Clerkships can provide a glide path to the most sought-after jobs and will…
Read More about Opinion: There needs to be more transparency in the clerkship application processOpinion: Why LGBTQIA+ visibility is important in the legal profession
LEXOLOGY — Visibility is the first step to inspiring a new generation of leaders. In an ever-changing world, promoting visibility is especially important for members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Read More about Opinion: Why LGBTQIA+ visibility is important in the legal professionABA legal education section council announces leadership for next term
ABAJournal — Judge Bridget Mary McCormack, a retired Michigan Supreme Court chief justice, is slated to serve as the next council chair of the ABA’s Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar during the next term.
Read More about ABA legal education section council announces leadership for next termLean Adviser program seeks to bridge gap between law school and law practice
LAW.COM — Law.com recently interviewed Alex Geisler, London-based litigation partner with Duane Morris and creator of Lean Adviser—a structured program that helps lawyers efficiently and consistently deliver high value to clients resulting in repeat business and long-term profitable relationships for all parties—to discuss how Lean Adviser could supplement traditional legal education.
Read More about Lean Adviser program seeks to bridge gap between law school and law practiceOpinion: How mentorship programs help law students
JDSupra — Joshua Mathew describes his experience with friends, law firm partners, and professors who provided mentorship throughout his legal education and professional career.
Read More about Opinion: How mentorship programs help law studentsA look at law professors teaching in business schools
ABAJournal — A JD degree is a gateway to various career alternatives. One of these opportunities, teaching law in a business school, receives little publicity and often is overlooked by law school graduates.
Read More about A look at law professors teaching in business schoolsAmerican Lawyer’s 2023 Diversity Scorecard finds that law firms are becoming more diverse
Law.com — Diversity advancements face roadblocks amid anti-DEI laws and the possible end of affirmative action. Law firm diversity professionals are looking to defend and continue those gains.
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