The Nimble Lawyer: Why Adaptability Is Now Your Most Valuable Skill
The legal profession is changing fast, and “good on paper” is no longer enough. This post explains what it really means to be a nimble, adaptable lawyer, why clients and firms now demand it, and practical ways to build adaptability into your daily matters and long‑term career.
When a Click Becomes Contact: Social Media Jury Research and the Alston & Bird Sanction
Examines how lawyers use social media in jury selection, the Alston & Bird LinkedIn sanction, and key ethical rules that limit online juror research.
10 Things No One Told You About Being a Lawyer
Think you know what it’s really like to be a lawyer? Think again. Law school fills our heads with...
Using Devices Like Plaud Note in Florida: What Businesses Need to Know About Eavesdropping Laws – Part I
The rise of AI-powered note-taking devices—such as Plaud Note—has made it easier than ever to capture conversations, transcribe...
Southern District of Florida Sanctions Lawyers for Submission of AI Hallucinated Caselaw
In the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, U.S. Magistrate Judge William Matthewman imposed sanctions...
Florida Attorneys Can Earn CLE Credit for Pro Bono Work
Effective December 30, 2024, Florida attorneys can earn up to five (5) hours of CLE credit for pro...
The Dangers of Direct to Consumer Genetic Testing and the Prospective Sale of 23andMe
23andMe Holding Co.’s financial troubles should worry customers who submitted DNA samples for testing using a direct to...
Lessons from the Trenches: “Sometimes, You Can’t Shine Sh*t.”
A newbie criminal prosecutor typically starts his or her career trying petty offenses, including infractions, violations and misdemeanors....
NY Lawyer Faces Disciple for ChatGPT Failure
In an order entered on January 30, 2023 by the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, the Court referred...