How the pandemic has affected legal pro bono work
LEXOLOGY — On March 9, Kilpatrick Townsend’s Pro Bono Partner, Tamara Serwer Caldas, spoke on a panel at the 2022 Pro Bono Institute Conference in Washington, D.C. Ms. Caldas’ panel addressed how changes in society and in the legal industry during the pandemic have impacted pro bono engagement and effectiveness, and what strategies large law…
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EDUP LEGAL PODCAST — This episode of EdUp Legal includes two partners from the #1 ranked legal search firm in the United States, Major, Lindsey & Africa. Major, Lindsey & Africa is a global navigator for lawyers at any stage of their career, and includes today’s guests, Jeffrey Lowe, Global Practice Leader and Law Firm…
Read More about Podcast: Legal search firm partners discuss finding a job during the pandemicDistrict Attorney offices across the country struggle to retain lawyers
REUTERS — District attorneys’ offices across the U.S. are struggling to recruit and retain lawyers, with some experiencing vacancies of up to 16% and a dearth of applicants for open jobs, according to interviews with more than a dozen top prosecutors and five state and national prosecutors’ associations.
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NPR –The Senate has voted 53 to 47 to confirm Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson as the 116th Supreme Court justice. When sworn in this summer, Jackson will be the first Black woman to serve on the nation’s high court. “This is one of the great moments of American history,” Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said before…
Read More about US Senate confirms Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme CourtLaw firms modify work requirements to attract talent amid tight labor market
BLOOMBERG — In the legal profession, it was technical challenges over administering the bar exam that persuaded Washington and three other states to allow graduates of accredited law schools in 2020 to skip it. There’s an underlying shortage of public defenders, too, with trials delayed and court systems under strain as a result.
Read More about Law firms modify work requirements to attract talent amid tight labor marketAttorneys from large law firms discuss the importance of mentorships
BLOOMBERG LAW — Graduating from law school, passing the bar exam, and joining a firm are key milestones for new attorneys. But mastering elements not taught in law school such as developing business and navigating firm culture can be daunting. That’s where mentors can make a difference. To find out what makes mentorships work, we…
Read More about Attorneys from large law firms discuss the importance of mentorshipsHow the pandemic has modernized the legal profession
ENTREPRENEUR — Covid-19 forced businesses and social interactions to rely on technology because of social distancing rules exacerbated by fear. The legal industry, being no exception, was forced to embrace technology, shedding unnecessary ritual and processes. The result became a more efficient industry, where client interests trump anachronistic conventions.
Read More about How the pandemic has modernized the legal professionLaw firm Sheppard Mullin launches diversity fellowship
SHEPPARD MULIN — Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP is pleased to announce the establishment of the Guy N. Halgren Diversity Fellowship for law school students. The fellowship is named in honor of Guy N. Halgren, chairman emeritus, who served as Sheppard Mullin’s chairman for 20 years, from 2001 to 2021, for his longstanding commitment…
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ABA JOURNAL — Stress is one of the defining characteristics of becoming and being a lawyer. Applying to law school, figuring out how to pay tuition, taking finals and studying for the bar exam are difficult enough. Things don’t get any easier once you become an actual practicing attorney. No matter what type of law you…
Read More about Wellness tips for members of the legal profession coping with job pressureGoodwin law firm launches diversity fellowship program for second-year law students
GOODWIN LAW –Goodwin’s 2L Diversity Fellowship Program for the 2023 Summer Associate class is open for applications. The Diversity Fellowships provide second-year law students from historically excluded groups with the opportunity to earn a position in Goodwin’s 2023 Summer Associate program, in addition to receiving an award of $30,000. Finalists for the 2L Fellowship will be…
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