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3 Simple Ways to Become A Better Lawyer
1) Sharpen your presentation skills. Secular and Jewish lawyers alike know that presentation skills are a must if you want to be a success in the legal field. But what sets apart the good lawyers from the great lawyers, is … Continue reading
The Latest On That Brightest of Jewish Lawyers: Elena Kagan
These are see-saw days for one of the most important Jewish lawyers in the United States, Elena Kagan. Senators from all over the country are weighing in on one side or the other. “I support her!” “I oppose her!” “I’m … Continue reading
Famous Jewish Lawyers: Elena Kagan
Previously on this blog we’ve taken a look at some well-known Jewish lawyers. This week we’ll take a look at recent Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan. Kagan’s resume is filled with aspects of continued law education. She was a law … Continue reading
Famous Jewish Lawyers: Benjamin Brafman
In New York City, there are few criminal defendants that can match the fame and prestige of Benjamin Brafman. A Jewish lawyer who received his LL.M. from the New York University School of Law, Brafman used to be a stand-up … Continue reading
Grade Inflation and Hiring Stagnation
Many law schools around the country are raising the GPA’s of their students to stay competitive in a hiring drought. Loyola Law is tacking on .33 to everyone’s GPA later this month, and other competitive schools have recently done the … Continue reading
Tips For Happiness For Recent Law Grads
Being a lawyer means that inevitably there will be sacrifices. You may have to postpone that dinner date with the girl from the gym if you want to attend the CLE classes you’ve been waiting for. It can be difficult … Continue reading
The Immigration Law Spectrum
Immigration in Arizona is being fought with a new law that allows police to stop suspected illegal immigrants and ask for identification. On the other side of the spectrum, in Princeton, New Jersey, illegal immigrants are being given identification cards … Continue reading
A Fiduciary’s Duty
If you’re looking for CLE classes, there’s one this week that relates to a pertinent topic: the fiduciary’s duty to disclose information. This seminar will discuss the need for transparency in a balanced financial market. In too many cases, those … Continue reading
The Right to Privacy: American Law vs. Talmudic Law
To many Americans, the right to privacy is one of the most precious rights they hold as citizens. But as times change, the boundaries for what is considered a violation of that privacy are constantly changing as well. Years ago … Continue reading
The Ethics of Truth: An Audio Course at IAT Law
Lawyers are constantly faced with a barrage of ethical dilemmas that they must handle with the utmost dignity, dedication, and professionalism, all without compromising their personal convictions. But sometimes it can be hard to mesh your obligation to your client … Continue reading