Career Services Offices and the Young PractitionerBy Matthew V. ChimientiYoung Lawyers Division, January 2020Law school career services offices are an often-overlooked resource for young lawyers hoping to change jobs, transition into a different area of practice, or hang their own shingle.
FICO DROPUF: An Acronym for Deposing DoctorsBy Bruno R. MarassoYoung Lawyers Division, January 2020An outline of the important topics to explore when deposing a doctor, which can often present interesting power dynamics.
Teamwork Makes the Dream WorkBy Rutherford P. Dinkelridge, IVYoung Lawyers Division, January 2020Tips and tricks for effective teamwork.
Speaking to my newly-admitted selfBy Jennifer A. HaaseYoung Lawyers Division, June 2019Words of advice for new attorneys who may be feeling overwhelmed entering the practice of law.
The importance of networkingBy Evan W. SchanerbergerYoung Lawyers Division, August 2018Networking is an important skill to cultivate in order to build your book of business and make your job easier.
Persuading jurors, judges and arbitrators with trial exhibitsBy Rodney R. NordstromYoung Lawyers Division, December 2002The most common error with trial exhibits is probably the easiest to correct: Getting the trial attorney to pay attention to the importance of his or her trial exhibits.
Attend a party, give the gift of opportunityYoung Lawyers Division, October 2002The YLD's annual holiday party, founded by YLD members Franco A. Coladipietro, Francesco E. DiVito and Scott M. Guetzow, provides a lot more than just an evening of fun and social interaction.
The medical malpractice health professional’s reportBy Laura CaldwellYoung Lawyers Division, January 2001Section 2-622 of the Illinois Code of Civil Procedure provides that the plaintiff's attorney in any medical malpractice action must attach to her complaint both an affidavit certifying that she consulted with a qualified health care professional who believes there is a reasonable and meritorious cause for the filing of the case and a copy of that health professional's written report setting forth the reasons for his determination. 735 ILCS 5/2-622 (West 1999).
ISBA Law Student Division looking for attorney participantsBy Chris S. HaaffYoung Lawyers Division, November 2000The Law Student Division of the ISBA is looking for attorneys to participate in its programs with student members. You should volunteer to assist us.
Illinois Creditors’ Bar Association seeks young lawyer membersYoung Lawyers Division, August 2000Young Lawyers can often benefit from joining special interest bar associations. Interacting with experienced peers practicing in the same field can provide young lawyers with excellent opportunities for specialized education, networking, and career development.
The formula for calculating the DOI incomeBy Jim XuYoung Lawyers Division, January 2000As a result of the decline in the real estate market earlier this decade, some borrowers have debt balances on their houses more than the fair market values of their houses.
Protecting your domain name: The trademark dilution solutionBy Orrin S. Shifrin & Nicole Nehama AuerbachYoung Lawyers Division, April 1999In our cruise along the information superhighway, we will inevitably encounter a few bumps in the road.
Integrity, honor, dutyBy Thomas W. BurkartYoung Lawyers Division, January 1999A free and civilized society depends for its survival on the peaceful, nonbarbaric resolution of disputes before impartial, unbiased tribunals.
Investing with an expert in today’s volatile marketBy Celia G. GamrathYoung Lawyers Division, January 1999I recently spoke to Jane G. Doyle, a financial advisor and retirement planning specialist with Morgan Stanley Dean Witter, to discuss investment strategies for young lawyers in today's volatile market. Here is some of what Jane had to say.
