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Steve Nelson | As firms push the envelope with their offers, it's time to rethink your firm's recruiting and retention tactics. Here are seven strategies to consider.

It is time for a major revamp of how we govern our profession from an ethics perspective. Although that sounds dramatic — and possibly terrifying — there is absolutely nothing scary about this idea.

Camille Stell | Regulatory reform is needed to eliminate legal deserts in the U.S.

"Protector of athletes" Sivonnia DeBarrros on having the confidence to build a six-figure, woman-owned law firm — and five things you need to succeed in your niche.

Chere Estrin | The chairman of Arnall Golden Gregory prides himself on being “determined, efficient and effective.” Some advice: Know your client's industry.

Roy Ginsburg | Critics contend Rule 5.4 is a considerable obstacle to innovation and to the country’s access to justice problem. Slowly but surely, cracks are appearing.

Chere Estrin | What does it take to succeed? First, says Amber Saunders, know who you are.

Fred Cohen | From a technology standpoint, 2022 is looking promising for law firms.

TechnoLawyer publisher Neil Squillante on the legal software products worth investigating — and what these reader picks say about the legal profession.

You at Work Spotlight | Ball Janik COO Heather Oden