Professionalism

Roy Ginsburg | Nonlawyer ownership of law firms provides a “new, fertile hunting ground” for private equity, but is it improving access to justice?

Susan Cohodes | Thanks to Henry, I am once again able to feel the sense of satisfaction I experienced when I first started helping clients.

Susan Cohodes | As a member of the generation of female attorneys who wrestled with whether we could “have it all,” I now wonder if anyone paid the price for my trying.

If a reviewer is not a current or former client and has never consulted with me, may I respond to a bad review by stating that I have never represented the individual?

Susan Cohodes | Who am I if not a lawyer? The question has followed me throughout my career.

Susan Cohodes | It's a question that has followed me throughout my career.

Susan Cohodes | To retire, or not? My vigorous debate with myself about leaving law practice.

Susan Cohodes | To retire, or not? My vigorous debate with myself about leaving law practice.

Talk of New Year's resolutions has inspired me to think about lawyer stereotypes and what we should be doing to combat them.

I know, I know — another cautionary tale about law firm holiday parties. We all know the drill: Have fun, but not too much. Keep in mind the party — whether it includes staff, spouses, clients or referents — is a professional work event. ...