Practice of Law
Remembering Jimmy V: Don’t Ever Give Up
Don’t give up, don’t ever give up. That was one of the memorable lines from a 1993 speech filled with memorable lines. The speaker was former N.C. State basketball coach Jim Val… Read More
Practice of Law
Business of Law
Law Firm Mergers Decreased During the Pandemic
One consequence of the pandemic that has drawn little attention is the negative impact it has had on law firm mergers. In 2021, there were 41 reported mergers, with only five occurr… Read More
Risk Management
NC Supreme Court Issues Order on Recusal Motions
The Supreme Court of North Carolina has issued an administrative order regarding motions for the disqualification or recusal of supreme court justices. According to the order, the… Read More
Education & Careers
Law Students Hit Hard by COVID
COVID has disrupted everyone’s life, but for law students it’s been a nightmare. From cancelled graduation ceremonies to online bar exams, students have had to deal with one cha… Read More
Education & Careers
Top Skills for In-House Counsel in 2022
If you’re looking to land a job as an in-house lawyer, you might improve your chances by mastering a new language or taking up a new hobby Being able to step outside your comfor… Read More
Education & Careers
Announcing the 2021 Banished Words List
Here’s a grammar resolution for 2022: vow to eliminate the phrases “new normal,” “deep dive” and “circle back” from your vocabulary. While yo… Read More
