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Navigating Space Law and Regulations

In recent years, there has been an extraordinary surge in commercial space activity, driven by remarkable advancements such as reusable rockets and the rise of private space companies. This surge has unlocked...

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Meet Marilyn Mulero, the Innocent Woman Who Was Wrongly Sentenced to the Death Penalty

A 2017 study published by the American Psychological Association found that approximately 90% of people would prefer to not be informed of when and how they will die if a crystal ball...

Marilyn Mulero and Justin Brooks

Five Ways To Write Better Briefs

Legal writing projects, encompassing legal briefs, motions, and closing arguments, are often the backbone of a law firm’s workload. These documents play a critical role in advocating for clients and presenting legal...

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Innovation and Focus at Filevine’s LEX Summit 2024

Legal Talk Network hosts and listeners had a great time at LEX Summit in Salt Lake City September 8-10, 2024. At the center of the Silicon Slopes region, Filevine has been innovating...

Gyi Tsakalakis and Conrad Saam host live Q&A session at Filevine's LEX Summit

4 Hispanic Lawyers Who Are Leading Historic Change in Law

National Hispanic Heritage Month is a month-long celebration observed every year from September 15 to October 15. During this time, we come together to honor and acknowledge the enduring impact and influence...

Dori Contreras

How Much Money Do Lawyers Really Make?

When people are asked to name a career that promises wealth and financial stability, “doctor” and “lawyer” are often at the top of the list. These professions have long been associated with...

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Exploring the Rise of ADR

Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) has been increasingly embraced as a more efficient and collaborative approach to resolving disputes in the legal arena. Traditional litigation, known for being costly, adversarial, and time-consuming, has...

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What To Do If You Fail the Bar Exam

The bar examination is a rigorous assessment designed to determine whether a law school graduate is adequately prepared and competent to practice law within a specific jurisdiction. It is widely recognized for...

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Essential Books for Lawyers at Every Stage of Their Career

If you’re reading this blog, it’s likely because you’re either a legal professional with an empty bookshelf or you’re trying to come up with a gift idea for the lawyer in your...

Young Law Grad Reading

How to Become an Immigration Lawyer

In January 1972, immigration attorney Leon Wildes received a call from an old law school friend asking for his help with a deportation case involving a musician and his wife. Although Wildes...

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What Lawyers Can Learn from the Disastrous Salem Witch Trials

Lawyers and “witches” and courtrooms, oh my!  Unless you grew up in Massachusetts or have a particular interest in colonial America, your knowledge of the Salem Witch Trials may be exclusively dependent...

Woman accused by her neighbors of witchcraft during the Salem Witch Trials

Creating a Great Sponsorship Ad in a Legal Podcast

Sponsoring podcasts can be a wonderful complement to your other demand generation activities because podcasts reach niche audiences makes your buy more efficient. The trick is creating messaging that gets potential customers...

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Alcohol Abuse Among Lawyers

The demanding work hours and challenging court cases that lawyers deal with can make them particularly vulnerable to substance use, both legal and illegal. As a result, there’s an increasing number of...

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Get to Know Camille Vasquez, The Brilliant Young Attorney Who Shined in the Depp v. Heard Trial

In 2022, the world was captivated by Johnny Depp’s defamation case. One of the individuals who stood out during this trial was Camille Vasquez, a trial lawyer who recently joined Sheppard, Mullin,...

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