In-House Lawyers Handbook

In-House Lawyers Handbook
Author: Ian Jones
Publisher: Lexis Nexis UK
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: Corporate legal departments
ISBN: 9781405755504

This title brings together all the practical guidance, precedents, expert commentary and key source materials for the in-house law department.

The LegalTech Book

The LegalTech Book
Author: Sophia Adams Bhatti
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 282
Release: 2020-06-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1119574285

"Written by prominent thought leaders in the global FinTech investment space, The LegalTech Book aggregates diverse expertise into a single, informative volume. Key industry developments are explained in detail, and critical insights from cutting-edge practitioners offer first-hand information and lessons learned. Coverage includes: The current status of LegalTech, why now is the time for it to boom, the drivers behind it, and how it relates to FinTech, RegTech, InsurTech and WealthTech Applications of AI, machine learning and deep learning in the practice of law; e-discovery and due diligence; AI as a legal predictor LegalTech making the law accessible to all; online courts, online dispute resolution The Uberization of the law; hiring and firing through apps Lawbots; social media meets legal advice To what extent does LegalTech make lawyers redundant? Cryptocurrencies, distributed ledger technology and the law The Internet of Things, data privacy, automated contracts Cybersecurity and data Technology vs. the law; driverless cars and liability, legal rights of robots, ownership rights over works created by technology Legislators as innovators"--

In-house

In-house
Author: David J. Parnell
Publisher: American Bar Association
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: Corporate lawyers
ISBN: 9781614385141

It's a "must-have" career book on finding, securing, and thriving in the fiercely competitive in-house legal market. It's a complete guide through the maze of potential job-hunting strategies, dispelling the myths about corporate life, and offering the reader an arsenal of tips, skills, and methods for creating a successful corporate career.

Ten Things You Need to Know as In-house Counsel

Ten Things You Need to Know as In-house Counsel
Author: Sterling Miller (Lawyer)
Publisher: ABA Publishing
Total Pages: 322
Release: 2017
Genre: Corporate lawyers
ISBN: 9781634257923

"[The author] shares his insights, anecdotes, strategies, and practical tips learned from his 20+ years of experience as in-house counsel, general counsel, corporate secretary, and chief compliance officer. As author of the popular blog, 'Ten things you need to know as in-house counsel, ' Miller provides quick points that you can use in your everyday practice ... Whether you are new to an in-house department or a long-term veteran, the general counsel or just a basic contract lawyer, Ten Things You Need to Know as In-House Counsel provides you with guidance on: how to be a successful in-house counsel; being more productive every day; drafting documents and emails; how to negotiate; effectively managing outside counsel fees; trade secrets and protecting your company; dealing with the Board of Directors; preparing for when bad things happen; analyzing risk; and much more."--

The Lawyer's Corporate Social Responsibility Deskbook

The Lawyer's Corporate Social Responsibility Deskbook
Author: Alan S. Gutterman
Publisher:
Total Pages: 343
Release: 2019
Genre: Corporate governance
ISBN: 9781641055000

"[This book is a] tool for in-house and outside counsel to help their companies, firms, and clients develop effective CSR programs. The book includes discussions on governance and sustainability, community relations, environmental matters, reporting, stakeholder engagement, aboriginal rights, labor and supply chain practices, and more."--

The Official Lawyer's Handbook

The Official Lawyer's Handbook
Author: Daniel R. White
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1991
Genre: English wit and humor
ISBN: 9781897597002

This satirical guide to the legal profession, first published in the 90s, was reviewed by The Times as 'one of the most irreverent, funny and perceptive books about the legal profession ever published.' Nine years later, revised and updated, it still retains all its freshness and bite, and is essential reading for clients, lawyers themselves, and anyone considering a career in the law. Over 15,000 copies of this cult book have been sold in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and beyond. The back of the book also includes a catalogue of legal gifts, including humorous prints, t-shirts, paperweights and coffee mugs.

Model Rules of Professional Conduct

Model Rules of Professional Conduct
Author: American Bar Association. House of Delegates
Publisher: American Bar Association
Total Pages: 216
Release: 2007
Genre: Law
ISBN: 9781590318737

The Model Rules of Professional Conduct provides an up-to-date resource for information on legal ethics. Federal, state and local courts in all jurisdictions look to the Rules for guidance in solving lawyer malpractice cases, disciplinary actions, disqualification issues, sanctions questions and much more. In this volume, black-letter Rules of Professional Conduct are followed by numbered Comments that explain each Rule's purpose and provide suggestions for its practical application. The Rules will help you identify proper conduct in a variety of given situations, review those instances where discretionary action is possible, and define the nature of the relationship between you and your clients, colleagues and the courts.

Building an Outstanding Legal Team

Building an Outstanding Legal Team
Author: Bjarne P. Tellmann
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2017
Genre: Corporate lawyers
ISBN: 9781911078203

In this practical "how to" guide, Bjarne P Tellmann, General Counsel draws upon more than 20 years of leading top legal organisations to provide a structured plan for upgrading your legal team in an age of disruption.The challenge: In an era of exponential change, the role of the general counsel (GC) has become one of the most complex, intense and challenging in the corporate world. GCs, must lead, unify and inspire diverse groups of people across the globe with subtlety and diplomacy. The stakes have never been higher and the consequences of getting it wrong can be existential. GCs must react to these challenges with ever-fewer resources and at a time when the legal profession itself is undergoing disruption.The response: To succeed in this "new normal", GCs must become their own chief executives. They must lead, communicate, inspire, build cultures, manage talent, formulate and execute strategies, ensure efficacy, anticipate and manage risk and manage quality control - all in addition to being top-notch lawyers. This book gives GCs the battle plan they need to get there in three parts.

Junior Lawyer's Handbook

Junior Lawyer's Handbook
Author: Eloise Skinner
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2019
Genre: Graduate students
ISBN: 9781784461300

'The Junior Lawyer's Handbook' is the comprehensive career guide for every new lawyer making the transition from student to legal professional. Filled with practical guidance, exercises and actionable advice, this book is essential for those looking to upskill and integrate themselves into a new working world.