Lisa Lang, Author at Above the Law https://abovethelaw.com/author/lisalang/ A Legal Web Site – News, Insights, and Opinions on Law Firms, Lawyers, Law School, Law Suits, Judges and Courts Thu, 05 Dec 2024 20:12:15 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.1 208237768 It’s Not Who You Know, It’s Who Knows You: The Biggest Lesson I Learned In 2024 https://abovethelaw.com/2024/12/its-not-who-you-know-its-who-knows-you-the-biggest-lesson-i-learned-in-2024/ Thu, 05 Dec 2024 20:12:15 +0000 https://abovethelaw.com/?p=1078184 Build your reputation, nurture relationships, and aim to leave every place you go better than you found it.

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]]> 1078184 For This, I Am Again Grateful https://abovethelaw.com/2024/11/for-this-i-am-again-grateful/ Thu, 21 Nov 2024 20:02:27 +0000 https://abovethelaw.com/?p=1077716 The legal profession, in general, often rewards constant activity but is that really the best way to work? Or to live?

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]]> 1077716 The Best Of Times, The Worst Of Times: Navigating The Emotional Roller Coaster As An In-House Lawyer https://abovethelaw.com/2024/11/the-best-of-times-the-worst-of-times-navigating-the-emotional-roller-coaster-as-an-in-house-lawyer/ Thu, 07 Nov 2024 17:12:50 +0000 https://abovethelaw.com/?p=1076908 You’re not just the company lawyer; you’re also a trusted confidant.

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]]> 1076908 Ethics For In-House Counsel: Navigating The Ethical Responsibilities Of In-House Counsel To The Organization And The C-Suite https://abovethelaw.com/2024/09/ethics-for-in-house-counsel-navigating-the-ethical-responsibilities-of-in-house-counsel-to-the-organization-and-the-c-suite/ Thu, 26 Sep 2024 20:02:55 +0000 https://abovethelaw.com/?p=1075492 The Enron and WorldCom cases were emblematic of a broader crisis of corporate governance, where in-house lawyers failed in their role as ethical stewards.

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]]> 1075492 In-House Analysis Paralysis https://abovethelaw.com/2024/08/in-house-analysis-paralysis/ Thu, 15 Aug 2024 15:30:31 +0000 https://abovethelaw.com/?p=1073938 Don't let risk trap you in a thought loop with no way out.

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]]> 1073938 Enhancing Communication And Coordination Between In-House Counsel And The Procurement Team: A Key To Successful Procurement Processes https://abovethelaw.com/2024/07/enhancing-communication-and-coordination-between-in-house-counsel-and-the-procurement-team-a-key-to-successful-procurement-processes/ Wed, 03 Jul 2024 19:02:49 +0000 https://abovethelaw.com/?p=1072220 This relationship is particularly important when managing and mitigating risks associated with contract negotiations,

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]]> 1072220 In My Experience…. https://abovethelaw.com/2024/06/in-my-experience/ Tue, 04 Jun 2024 15:46:36 +0000 https://abovethelaw.com/?p=1064532 No matter how much experience you have, approach each new challenge with fresh eyes.

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]]> 1064532 Importance Of Leadership Skills For In-House Lawyers https://abovethelaw.com/2024/04/importance-of-leadership-skills-for-in-house-lawyers/ Tue, 30 Apr 2024 14:49:02 +0000 https://abovethelaw.com/?p=1054803 Developing leadership skills equips in-house lawyers to fulfill their evolving roles effectively and to contribute meaningfully to the success of their organizations.

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]]> 1054803 What Makes A Good In-House Lawyer Great? https://abovethelaw.com/2024/04/what-makes-a-good-in-house-lawyer-great/ Tue, 02 Apr 2024 15:15:53 +0000 https://abovethelaw.com/?p=1047684 Technical proficiency is not enough.

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]]> 1047684 Lawyers Tell Clients They Understand, But Do They Really? https://abovethelaw.com/2024/03/lawyers-tell-clients-they-understand-but-do-they-really/ Tue, 05 Mar 2024 17:48:15 +0000 https://abovethelaw.com/?p=1040367 Supporting people during challenging times is an art, and it goes beyond having mere legal expertise.

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