Over the course of the last several years the legal industry has undergone steady change, signified most significantly by a decline in the number of positions at the nation’s once extremely profitable law firms. Even … Read More

Candice Cook is smart, even when it comes to fashion. The attorney discloses to Elle Magazine how she maintains her fashion forward style while still adhering to the office dress code. “This silk blouse has beautiful, … Read More

In my latest USA TODAY column, I offer some sobering predictions for this Supreme Court term. The Supreme Court term is shaping up to be a significant one on issues involving race. The justices are … Read More

While some lawyers are still trying to figure out how to incorporate social media into their work, others are ahead of the curve. Some attorneys are using Facebook to offer updates on legal happenings and … Read More

Trayvon Martin George Zimmerman’s lawyer seeks to limit pretrial publicity (Orlando Sentinel) Officials reveal details of George Zimmerman’s jail activities, purchases (Orlando Sentinel) Meet the Judge Who Drew George Zimmerman’s Case (Wall Street Journal Law … Read More

Judy Smith if you’re unfamiliar with her is certainly a big deal. A power player not to in anyway be underestimated she is considered to be one of the best crisis managers there is. The … Read More

On Trayvon Martin Shooter of unarmed Florida teen gets second lawyer {Reuters} Trayvon Martin case: Inquiry into Stand Your Ground law launched in Florida {Christian Science Monitor} Poll regarding Trayvon Martin’s killing shows racial divide … Read More

In the introduction to their book, “The End of the Pipeline: A Journey of Recognition for African-Americans Entering the Legal Profession” Penn State University professors Carla Pratt and Dorothy Evensen write, “The journey through the … Read More

He describes himself as “Super Irish” but Kevin Cunningham should perhaps be better known as an “unapologetic advocate.” The former Howard University School of Law student started the Change.org petition which helped prompt calls for … Read More

The future of the legal profession continues to be a hot topic especially given numerous recent media reports about the dwindling number of applications for admission to the nation’s law schools. For the second year … Read More