Practice of Law
Lateral Law Moves Are Skyrocketing
COVID is causing an unprecedented number of law associates to jump from one firm to another – and partners are also changing firms, though not as rapidly. Just look at the num… Read More
Practice of Law
Business of Law
7 Ways to Do SEO On a Shoestring
You might think Search Engine Optimization is only for firms with big marketing budgets, but you can do it effectively on a shoestring. And the benefits are manifold. For instance, S… Read More
Practice of Law
NC Bar Proposes “Implicit Bias” Amendment to Rule 1.1
The NC State Bar has proposed adding a new comment to Rule of Professional Conduct 1.1 regarding awareness of implicit bias and cultural differences. Here is the language of the proposed co… Read More
Education & Careers
Application Deadlines for the July 2022 NC Bar
Although the first application deadline for the NC bar exam in July has already passed, it’s not too late to apply for the summer test. Non-licensed applicants have until March 1, 202… Read More
Practice of Law
Bar Exam is Undergoing Extreme Makeover
Future bar exam takers will be spared having to learn the intricacies of the Uniform Commercial Code. They’ll also be given actual pleadings and contracts to work on, and they’l… Read More
Business of Law
Associate Turnover is Close to 25 Percent
Law firms experienced a 23 percent associate turnover rate in 2021, which was significantly higher than pre-pandemic rates. This was so even though associate compensation increased 11… Read More
