Thought Leadership

Billable Hours versus Results: Which Has a Bigger Impact?

Billable Hours versus Results: Which Has a Bigger Impact?

Law firms have long held onto the billable hour like a security blanket. But are more billable hours synonymous with creating more value for our clients?

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It’s Time to End Baseball’s Antitrust Exemption

In October, I was part of a legal team that filed an amicus brief in the Supreme Court supporting a […]

How Attorney Thought Leadership Can Double as Client Advocacy

How Attorney Thought Leadership Can Double as Client Advocacy

Discover why advocating for clients through attorney thought leadership deepens client relationships, showcases attorneys’ dedication, and bolsters their brand.

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The USPTO’s Climate Pilot Fast-Tracks The Patent Process, Presents Opportunities

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)’s innovative Climate Change Mitigation Pilot Program makes 2024 the prime time for […]

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Don’t Count on Privilege For Dual-Purpose Communications

A dual-purpose communication contains both legal and non-legal advice. It is typically written by an attorney, usually an in-house attorney. […]

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AI and Copyright: Preparing Your Business for the Next Wave of Litigation

With the growth of artificial intelligence (AI), copyright registration is more important than ever. Copyright infringement will be the next […]

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Who’s Responsible for Engagement in a Law Firm?

Workforce engagement is not just a buzzword in today’s work culture—it’s a vital ingredient in the recipe for a law […]

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Mentoring Lawyers Well – Practical Tips and Lessons Learned

While we at Baker Donelson have long offered mentoring opportunities to our lawyers, we have had to continually revise, revamp, […]

Examining New Workplace Accommodation Laws on Pregnancy, Religion, and Disability

Examining New Workplace Accommodation Laws on Pregnancy, Religion, and Disability

Last year saw several changes to workplace accommodation laws, case law, and regulations. Three areas were front and center: Pregnancy, […]

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The Antitrust Revolution

I taught antitrust law as an Adjunct Professor at John Marshall Law School in Chicago for twelve years. Then I […]

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