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Prominent Iqbal Decisions by Circuit

Recognizing the importance of the Supreme Court's decision in Ashcroft v. Iqbal, a task group from the PP&D Committee has prepared a chart of the most significant Iqbal decisions from each circuit.

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS: 2010 International Human Rights Award

Deadline: March 19, 2010
Nominations for the 2010 ABA Section of Litigation International Human Rights Award are now being accepted.

Audio: Federal Rules Changes Effective December 1

On December 1, 2009, changes to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure went into effect. Listen to Greg Joseph, former Chair of the Section of Litigation, describe the new rule changes.

Section Annual Conference | New York City

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Audio: A Review of the Roberts Court

Yale law professor William N. Eskridge discusses the Court's recent notable decisions and current methodology.

 
 

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Engagement Letters (NEW!)
Lawrence J. Fox

Using engagement and disengagement letters is critical in creating a good lawyer/client relationship and avoiding liability and accidental clients.  Listen to Drinker Biddle partner and Ethics Professor Larry Fox review best practices for engagement and disengagement letters.   


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Tweet, Tweet, You’re Fired

Although blogging and social networking may have benefits for companies, employers are beginning to take note of the legal risks of employee use of Web 2.0 technology.

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Litigation News

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States Weigh Disclosure of Liability Insurance Status to Clients

By Kristine L. Roberts

 

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Litigation Journal

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“Geronimo!” — Or How I Became a Sole Practitioner

By Kathleen B. Havener

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Mass Torts Litigation

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Asbestos Take-Home Cases: Liability Depends on State Law

By By Paul E. Petruska, Brendan Simaytis, and John Mahon

 

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Circuit Conflicts in Antitrust Litigation

- John H. Bogart

This practical guide surveys current conflicts among the Circuit Courts of Appeal in antitrust litigation. [more]

 

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The Curmudgeon's Guide to Practicing Law

- Mark Herrmann

The "Curmudgeon" has been practicing law for just a little too long, and he may be too jaded for his own good.

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Section Annual Conference

April 21–23, 2010
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2010 Corporate Counsel CLE Seminar

February 11–14, 2010
Westin Mission Hills Resort | Rancho Mirage, CA


Insurance Coverage CLE Seminar

March 4–6, 2010
The Westin La Paloma | Tucson, AZ



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