Hiring without a net; firms need to check coverage on new attorneys with old lawsuits

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Law firms doing lateral hires need to be careful about malpractice insurance for the attorney hired, since most policies only cover for claims arising out of work for the current or a predecessor firm. Firms can purchase special endorsements to provide coverage for claims arising out of work for the former employer. Such endorsements expect the new firm to pay any deductibles necessary, however. A new firm should be careful of exposing itself, even with an endorsement, to an old firm's risk. Purchase of an extended reporting endorsement by the old firm and the lateral hire may be the best option.

United States, Interpretation and construction, Human resource management, Law firms, Malpractice insurance

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In the 'bigs:' Supreme Court appearances are a rare opportunity for small firm lawyers

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It is unusual for sole practitioners or small firm lawyers to argue cases before the US Supreme Court, but occasionally it does happen. Sole practitioner Sylvia Ibanez argued her own case before the Court, Ibanez v. Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation, Board of Accountancy. Ibanez came to represent herself after the large law firm she had retained became too expensive. Various organizations such as the National Assn of Attorneys General have set up training programs in appellate advocacy to help lawyers in this situation.

Analysis, Practice, United States. Supreme Court, Pro se representation

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Playing to the bench

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Trial lawyers should follow certain ground rules for oral argument. They should know as much as possible about a judge's style and background, be thoroughly grounded in the law and facts of their cases. Lawyers should introduce themselves, stand to speak and be aware of their body language. Lawyers' arguments should be simple, highlight the practical and be clear about the remedy desired.

Methods, Forensic oratory

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