Navigation Flexible in-person work appears to be the new standard, and lawyers are returning to the office at a time when the market still hasn’t caught up, leaving firms with attractive leasing options. Click Here To Read The Full Article
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10th Circuit: Despite Lawyer's 'Deliberately Dishonest' Conduct, Sanctions Were Overly Broad
The lower court found that attorney Karen Hammer, who serves as the co-secretary of the Colorado Bar Association’s ethics committee, “fought tooth and nail” to conceal the fact that she—not her former client—was the real party in interest pursuing claims against a debt collection lawyer. Click Here To Read The Full Article
Law.com Trendspotter: Clients, Lit Funders Push Law Firms For Accountability on Origination Credit
Clients and—in at least one instance—litigation funding companies are increasingly using their considerable leverage over law firms to create incentives and accountability around origination credit, which has emerged as a key to attracting and retaining diverse attorneys. Click Here To Read The Full Article
Judge OKs Admission of Expert in Legal Mal Suit But Warns Against 'Future Cavalier Failure to Comply' With Scheduling Orders
An attorney suing a law firm he retained to represent him in a separate matter will be allowed to use his expert witness in the legal malpractice case despite a late request. But the court warned him to tread carefully. Click Here To Read The Full Article
Electronic Discovery Document Review: The Power of Feedback
Human review of documents will continue to play a huge part in the ediscovery process. Managing reviewer training and accuracy can make or break the budget for your matter. Click Here To Read The Full Article