With the holidays approaching, we look forward to the start of a new year. Once again, anything is possible. It’s a time to think big thoughts. What will this New Year hold? Through the end of 2012, Legal Current will feature predictions from leaders across the legal business of Thomson Reuters – an answer to …
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Growth in IP Litigation
Christopher D. Bright, an attorney with McDermott Will & Emery LLP talks about why IP litigation is one of the fastest-growing practice areas in law. Listen to the episode now by clicking the Play button on the built-in player below, or to download the podcast, right-click here .
- December 20, 2012
- Scott Augustin
Informal mentoring relationships lead to a greater value for young lawyers and law students
This post was written by Mark Korf, director of business development and new lawyer training, Large Law Firm segment Mentoring between seasoned lawyers and those new to the profession has always played a prominent role in the legal profession and the professional development of young lawyers. Dating back to the early days when individuals became lawyers …
- December 17, 2012
- Susan Martin
Thomson Reuters announces 2012 Top 100 Global Innovators
Thomson Reuters has announced the 2012 Top 100 Global Innovators list, honoring 100 corporations and institutions around the world that are at the heart of innovation as measured by a series of proprietary patent-related metrics. The full report is available at http://www.top100innovators.com. Financial analysis of the acknowledged companies gives credence to their significance in that …
- December 14, 2012
- Susan Martin
West LegalEdcenter holds Corporate Whistleblower Forum
Fraud in companies is reportedly more likely to be discovered by insider tips than any other detection method, and with various whistleblower programs including the new SEC Whistleblower Program, whistleblowers from various walks of life and businesses are more comfortable coming forward and reporting wide variations of violations to regulators and law enforcement. Recently, West …
- December 14, 2012
- Jeff McCoy
The art of avoiding unpleasant surprises in proper due diligence
Conducting proper due diligence in today’s business environment is critical to avoiding potential disaster. Even a single bad deal or business relationship can lead to losses; expose the business to legal and regulatory action, including lawsuits; and distract management from more important matters. And rising regulatory requirements are increasing the responsibilities facing businesses as well …
- December 13, 2012
- Susan Martin
Stop doing the legal limbo
This post was written by Dave Whiteside, account executive, Large Law Firm segment Last week I added Charlotte to the list of conferences I’ve attended where a panel of in-house counsel talks about how they hire outside counsel. They discuss the processes and methods they use, and the law firm limbo they often witness when …
- December 12, 2012
- Susan Martin
Thomson Reuters hosts panel discussion on Terracotta Warriors, the rule of law, and globalization
From October 28, 2012 to January 20, 2013, the Minneapolis Institute of Arts will host an unprecedented exhibition featuring rare archaeological artifacts from the Qin Dynasty (221-207, BC) of China, including the spectacular Terracotta Warriors, one of the “Eight Wonders of the World.” In support of this amazing exhibit, Thomson Reuters recently hosted a panel …
- December 6, 2012
- Susan Martin
Can you imagine a life without books?
The following is a guest post written by Tom Pfeifer, Global Head of Customer Sales & Experience, Thomson Reuters. What would your life be like without books? According to Lane Ayres, director of the Jack Mason Law & Democracy Initiative at Books For Africa, most of us here can’t imagine going even a day without …
- December 6, 2012
- Susan Martin
West LegalEdcenter hosts live webinar on business interruption claims as a result of Hurricane Sandy
It may be hard to believe, but it has been over a month since Hurricane Sandy hit the East Coast, devastating many communities in its wake and causing billions of dollars in damage. Many residents along the Eastern Seaboard are still cleaning up and repairing their damaged neighborhoods. In addition, many businesses were impacted by …
- December 5, 2012
- Susan Martin