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You may think that you’ve finally extricated yourself from a case when something comes along that threatens to blow the whole thing up. Don’t despair, and check out our settlement resource kit. Read Now » Related Content Settlement...

"Where I did experience bias was in court, with male judges and some of the lawyers. I broke that bias by doing my homework, and being the smartest person in the room when it came to the facts and the law in my cases, while also being calm and professional...

We all want to be able to write legal briefs that are home runs. Get expert tips on perfecting your points. Learn how with our video on drafting strategies. WATCH NOW » or View Practical Guidance’s FULL VIDEO LIBRARY » Related Content...

Last winter, a Texas attorney’s Zoom filter unfortunately displayed him as a cat during a virtual court hearing, launching the now classic “I’m not a cat” meme. Since then, we’ve learned a lot about virtual litigation. ...

By Kevin Hylton | LexisNexis Practical Guidance In March 2019, the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team challenged their pay arrangement with the U.S. Soccer Federation in federal court. The lawsuit, which made global headlines , claimed that gender...

Your adversary’s rude or obstructionist actions could be their natural behavior or a calculated strategy to make your job more difficult. Either way, you must deal with this misconduct to protect your client’s interests. READ NOW »...

Your judge won’t be in a laughing mood if your client destroys discoverable electronically stored information (ESI). Find out your obligations to make sure it doesn’t happen. READ NOW » Related Content E-discovery: Planning for...

The key to reviewing settlements is to know exactly what to look for. Learn the provisions you should be on guard for and where the controversial language may be hiding. READ NOW » Related Content Settlement Fundamentals and Tactics (Federal...

Aside from technology, the trickiest part about remote depositions is how to use and deploy exhibits. Check out our tips and tricks. READ NOW » Related Content Depositions: Rule 30(b)(6) Deposition Questions Checklist (Federal) Learn how...

Before entering into a successful relationship with a new client, you must be aware of the differences in your communication styles, emotional needs, and views on untenable legal positions. Check out our tips for evaluating new clients. READ NOW »...

Once you identify company employees who likely possess electronically stored information (ESI) relevant to your case, you need to talk to them. We have the questions you need to ask. READ NOW » Related Content E-discovery: Planning for and...

Sometimes disputes headed for litigation can be redirected and resolved if you use these techniques designed to lower the temperature. READ NOW » Related Content Client Intake Form (Federal) Use this client intake form meant for use with...

Transitioning from the litigation department at a firm to an in-house gig can feel like going from the front lines of a war to the Pentagon. Put down your bazooka, and check out our In-House Civil Litigation Resource Kit. READ NOW » Related...

While it is possible to successfully mediate any case online or in-person, sometimes the type of case or circumstances dictate that one format is more likely to work. READ NOW » Related Content Mediation: Strategic Considerations (Federal...

Social media discovery can be a goldmine for your case, but courts are reluctant to honor blanket requests and unfettered access to a social media account. Check out our best practices for obtaining social media content. READ NOW » Related Content...

If you’re a visual learner, you’re going to love our process map on preanswer motions. VIEW NOW » Related Content Deadlines in Civil Litigation Chart (Federal) See a chart listing the most common deadlines applicable to pleadings...

Next time you have a question, check out our first-year associate resource kit that will teach you how to do common tasks related to discovery, motion practice, and more. READ NOW » Related Content Civil Litigation Process Map: Discovery...

If you’re a visual learner, you’re going to love our process map showing you the different phases of discovery. VIEW NOW » Related Content Deadlines in Civil Litigation Chart (Federal) See a chart listing the most common deadlines...

We all make mistakes, but your firm might not be so forgiving if you miss a court deadline. Check out our chart listing the most common deadlines applicable to pleadings, discovery planning, discovery requests, disclosures, and more. VIEW NOW »...

If you’re a visual learner, you’re going to love our process map showing where in the litigation lifecycle summary judgment fits in. VIEW NOW » Related Content Deadlines in Civil Litigation Chart (Federal) See a chart listing...

Training first-years is never easy, but we have a first-year associate resource kit that’ll teach them how to do common tasks related to discovery, motion practice and more. READ NOW » Related Content Civil Litigation Process Map:...

If you’re a visual learner, you’re going to love our process map showing where in the litigation lifecycle pre-litigation fits in. VIEW NOW » Related Content Deadlines in Civil Litigation Chart (Federal) See a chart listing the...

Check out our practice tips for drafting a killer legal brief. WATCH NOW » Related Content Motion Practice: Making and Opposing a Motion (Federal) Learn how to make or oppose a motion, covering topics such as strategy, stipulations, oral...

FOMO (the fear of missing out) hits us in many ways, but perhaps no more acutely than when we hear about how other attorneys have found less expensive ways to conduct a document review. Make sure you’re living your best legal life with our checklist...

Removing the case to federal court might be in your client’s best interests, but take a moment to make sure you’ve dotted your i’s and crossed your t’s. READ NOW » Related Content Notice of Removal (Federal) Find...