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Meyling Ly Ortiz | Looking back, I stunted my own growth as a young lawyer by not seeking feedback and being afraid of criticism.

Over the past few years, fraudulent ranking organizations have proliferated, eager to empty unsuspecting lawyers’ wallets. How do you distinguish between authentic lawyer awards and outright scams? Here’s advice from Amy Hunt on understanding ...

The gotta-have list for everyday carry includes a great bag, a great notebook, a great charger — and a surprise item that is absolutely essential.

Jamie Spannhake | These stress-busting apps make it easy to add meditation and mindfulness practice to your busy day.

Brooke Lively | Consider rolling out a new bonus structure designed for the greater good of the entire firm.

Wendy Merrill | Whatever the reason for assuming the role, few attorneys anticipate what awaits them in the MP's corner office.

Sally Schmidt | Whether you are a cross-seller or a cross-sellee, here are factors to consider when lawyers try to divvy up origination credit.

Susan Cohodes | For as long as I can remember, I’ve organized my life around a calendar with two sections: football season and waiting for football season.

A legal pad makes an excellent coaster — and, yes, you’re using one to level your desk right now. Can it help run your firm? Sam Walton turned a five-and-dime into the Walmart empire using little more than business savvy and a legal pad. His ...

Brooke Lively | Here are the two most important factors that determine your firm's value — if you want to sell.