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Beat the heat and just keep swimming… in discovery. Click below for a Discovery Motion Resource Kit, which will link you to everything we have on motions to compel, for a protective order, for sanctions, and to quash a subpoena. Read now »...

Courts and judges often implement new rules in July. Use our tracker to keep up with the individual rules and standing orders implemented by certain federal and state court judges, court administrations, and bar associations governing the use of generative...

While judges are away, attorneys will play? If only. Clear your personal docket this summer with Jim Wagstaffe’s settlement tactics and fundamentals at the link below. Read now » Related Content Settlement Agreement Drafting Fundamentals...

Don’t have time to research it yourself? Not even sure if you’re asking the right question? Having an existential crisis post-Summer Solstice? Fundamentals Resource Kits are here to help you find exactly what you need. Each resource kit contains...

We all know arbitration is supposed to be a fair, expeditious, and cost-effective alternative to litigation, but when the time comes, arbitration pleading practice is not (for most of us) in our legal muscle memory. To make it easy this summer, we went...

By: Ronald J. Levine HERRICK , FEINSTEIN LLP THIS ARTICLE DISCUSSES HOW TO MAKE pitches for new litigation business and covers topics such as preparing the presentation, effective communication techniques, and following up after the pitch. Too many...

cWith complex international disputes, every issue can feel like the first time you’ve come across it, no matter how long you’ve practiced. But know that we have a resource kit available to find all of our international arbitration guidance...

By: Ronald J. Levine HERRICK, FEINSTEIN LLP THIS ARTICLE PROVIDES GUIDANCE FOR LITIGATORS on developing new business and covers topics such as building your presence as a thought leader, marketing, and networking. Three of the most important words...

By: Hilary Gerzhoy , Amy Richardson , HWG LLP, and Lauren Snyder SAS This checklist provides guidance for associates considering relocating to another firm and covers topics such as how to evaluate a potential new law firm, questions to ask at your...

By: Hilary Gerzhoy , Amy Richardson , HWG LLP, and Lauren Snyder SAS THIS ARTICLE PROVIDES GUIDANCE FOR AN attorney relocating to another firm, and covers topics such as what to consider when considering a lateral move; how to navigate your ethical...

By: Ronald J. Hedges, Esq. (FORMER U.S. MAGISTRATE JUDGE (D.N.J.)), RONALD J. HEDGES LLC This article provides a judge’s insights into the use of generative artificial intelligence (GAI) in civil litigation and covers topics such as potential...

By: Hilary Gerzhoy , Julienne Pasichow and Grace Wynn HWG LLP THIS ARTICLE DISCUSSES ETHICAL ISSUES LITIGATORS must be aware of when considering using generative artificial intelligence (AI) technology in their practice and covers topics such as the...

As judges and senior partners are getting ready to go on summer vacation, be sure you’re moving forward with your career (and your tan, if you’re so inclined). Check out our new practice note on the expectations and opportunities for a senior...

At Civil Litigation, we want to deliver useful information in the most effective way possible. Let us introduce you to our newest infographic checklist! Especially after a long weekend, heavy text may not be best for your system. Let these five key considerations...

Need to make or oppose a motion for summary judgment this May? Follow these seven sure-fire skills for winning or avoiding case dispositive summary judgment rulings in this practice note. Jim Wagstaffe has you covered with winning guidance to ensure the...

Use our tracker to keep up with the rules and standing orders implemented by certain federal and state court judges, court administrations, and bar associations governing the use of generative AI in court filings. The tracker also identifies situations...

By now you’ve probably come across correspondence, memoranda, or other documents that you (often correctly) assumed were “written” using ChatGPT. In this practice note on best practices, our expert author advises litigators on what you...

Whether you’re a recent law school graduate or a shareholder with an extensive book of business, knowledge management (KM) provides ever-evolving opportunities to boost efficiency and advance client services. Our new expert-authored practice note...

Teaching a room full of employees about document retention policy? We make it easy for you with guidance and ready-made PowerPoint slides. Read now » Related Content E-discovery: Planning for and Conducting E-discovery (Federal) Find out how...

Out with the old, in with the new! We survived a solar eclipse and northeastern earthquakes, so maybe you’re ready for a change. If so, find everything you need to know about lateral moves for civil litigation attorneys in our expert-authored practice...

We at Practical Guidance Civil Litigation are proud to present our new practice note on practicing in tribal courts, authored by expert Angelique Eaglewoman. Our practice note demystifies the Tribal Court systems for litigators and prepares you for what...

As you start Q2, why not get a refresh on making your strongest litigation business pitches? Check out our expert-authored practice note on the top five tips for pitching new litigation business. Too many litigators follow the same game plan when offered...

Why Google AI court rules when you can use our Generative AI Federal and State Court Rules Tracker instead? Practical Guidance Civil Litigation updates this tracker as new rules are released so you can be sure you have the most up-to-date information...

Why use ChatGPT to draft a letter to your expert witness when you can use our new letter template instead? Our federal expert (on experts) includes language for multiple circumstances you might encounter, such as informing the expert about the services...

By: Ronald J. Levine , HERRICK, FEINSTEIN LLP This article provides guidance for the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into law firm management and performance. With AI, clients will be able to monitor and evaluate their counsel’s activities...