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5 Easy Ways to Boost Your Online Network

By Charles A. Volkert III, Esq.

You can develop your online professional reputation and help others in the process with some simple practices. Consider these suggestions for making the most of your efforts without consuming too much of your time.

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Are You Prepared for the Specialist Economy?

By Charles A. Volkert III, Esq.

The job market is usually talked about as though it’s a single, uniform entity. What’s often overlooked is the fact that there are really two markets: one in which the general hiring outlook remains relatively weak, and another in which demand for educated, highly skilled professionals is strong.

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Is Multitasking Working Against You?

By Charles A. Volkert III

In today’s technology-driven workplace, it would seem that multitasking is an expected way to work, and it probably wouldn’t be acceptable to your boss if you refused to do it entirely. But before you add another iron to the fire, consider these suggestions for what to do instead.

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Chief Legal Officer or General Counsel? Is There a Difference?

By Robin Myers, Director of Research, Association of Corporate Counsel & Jinna P. Bulava, Associate General Counsel & Director of Large Law Programs, Association of Corporate Counsel

A paper by ACC commenting on the trends and differences, if any of a CLO and GC title / role.

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Plain Meaning of the Words Not Always Determinative for Commercial Contracts (Netherlands)

By Allen & Overy

The Dutch Supreme Court decision of 5 April 2013, LJN BY8101 (Lundiform/Mexx), gave an important ruling about the interpretation of commercial contracts that potentially reduces commercial certainty. The ruling reduces the emphasis on the specific wording of a contract, even if it contains an “entire agreement clause” and makes it clear that the courts will consider other factors if it can be shown that the contract does not express the parties’ intentions.

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The Value of Mentoring

By Charles A. Volkert, III Esq.

There are many different types of mentoring relationships, but all provide benefits to both the advisor and the protégé. See if a mentor program is right for your organization.

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My Take: Get Ready for What's Ahead

By Simon Fish

Our roles within our companies offer us a unique view of the business, as well as the outside and internal forces that influence it. As in-house counsel, we like challenges and thrive on finding solutions that push our organizations forward.