New Paralegal Blog Gives You Something to Laugh About

Posted on by Chere Estrin
Humor.  It's difficult to write, can be hard to deliver and there's always a risk you'll fall flat on your you-know-what.  However, I found a terrific blog called Paralegals On Trial that is fresh, funny and worth reading.  I spoke by phone with the blogger who is as upbeat and southern as her blog.  For some reason, she wants to remain...

15 Warning Signs Your Firm May Be Laying Off Staff

Posted on by Chere Estrin
The Wall Street Journal Blog this morning reported that DLA Piper on Wednesday laid off 121 people — 21 lawyers and 100 staffers. The news bring the total number of layoffs at DLA to 440 in the U.S. and U.K.  Here is part of the DLA statement to the firm: "During the last year, we have experienced the worst economic period in generations. We have carefully gauged its impact on our...