"Katie Cowan wants your experience of being a new lawyer to be better. It turns out that lawyers are humans, each with their own little nervous system and personality. Maybe they like jokes. Maybe they struggle with periods of big change. Maybe they don't all fit in the same job, no matter how good the cheese was at the recruitment evening that led them there All of this humanity can get lost in a world of strict liability and stricter professional norms, where the career path can feel prescribed and a matter of endurance. But what if the experience of being a law student and new lawyer could be better? What if you had a sense of what to expect as you went along? What if you didn't have to pretend you weren't anxious? What if someone encouraged you to play and enjoy things? And then, when you looked upon the darker parts of legal culture, what if you saw your influence to change them? The New Lawyer Companion is a volume of essays for law students and people with law degrees on topics covering law school, your mind and mental health, career design, your first year working, and culture change and the future of law. The essays are drawn from articles published in LawTalk and LexisNexis' Learn Law Life website, together with new essays"--Back cover.

The New Lawyer Companion is a volume of essays for law students and people with law degrees on topics covering law school, your mind and mental health, career design, your first year working, and culture change and the future of law.

Don't sign a recording contract before reading this book! The Musician's Legal Companion, Second Edition gets to the core of the legal issues you need to know about, in clear, straightforward language. Here you'll find easy-to-comprehend explanations of the four main contracts used in the music business: recording artist, songwriter, artist management, and performance. You'll also discover how to make the relationship with your current or future attorney more fruitful and cost-effective. This new edition includes expanded coverage of topics such as the use of independent producers, 360° agreements, distribution and marketing agreements, how radio and other media fit into an artist's career, film and television agreements, digital distribution, name and likeness agreements, merchandising agreements, and much, much more. With more than 25 years in the music business as a lawyer, educator, and writer, interacting with many musicians both personally and professionally, Michael A. Aczon shares the many lessons he's learned and takes you on a journey to a better legal understanding of the entertainment industry and your music career.

101 Success Strategies They Didn't Teach You in Law School - get expert advice on becoming a better lawyer. While law school taught you the fundamentals, The New Lawyer's Handbook is your indispensable companion, unveiling 101 insider tips and tricks that will elevate your legal career from good to outstanding! The New Lawyer's Handbook provides: Real-world Wisdom: Gain practical insights from seasoned legal professionals who have navigated the trenches and emerged victorious. Learn from their experiences and avoid common pitfalls that can derail even the most promising careers. Expert Strategies: Master the art of effective communication, negotiation, and advocacy with powerful techniques honed by top attorneys. Develop your unique style and stand out in the courtroom and boardroom. Building a Winning Network: Discover the secrets to cultivating a robust professional network that opens doors to exciting opportunities and accelerates your growth within the legal community. Balancing Work and Life: Achieve a harmonious work-life balance by implementing time management skills and self-care practices that boost productivity and prevent burnout. Legal Research and Writing: Unleash the full potential of your legal research and writing prowess with cutting-edge resources and best practices. Craft persuasive arguments and draft impeccable legal documents that leave a lasting impact. Mastering Client Relationships: Learn how to foster trust, understanding, and empathy with clients. Deliver exceptional service that forges strong bonds, ensuring client loyalty and referrals. Navigating Career Advancement: Propel your career forward with guidance on seeking mentors, obtaining promotions, and excelling in your chosen legal field. From courtroom etiquette to mastering legal software, The New Lawyer's Handbook equips you with the essential skills and knowledge to conquer the legal world. With an abundance of actionable advice and expert guidance, this book is the ultimate roadmap for launching and flourishing in your legal career.

"The definitive single-volume compendium of all things Princeton"--

Learn how to recognize and avoid legal risks for venture growth and success. Entrepreneurs need to be familiar with a number of legal issues in order to protect the ideas and investments in their enterprises. "The Entrepreneur's Legal Companion" provides practical information on how entrepreneurs can manage and minimize legal risks.

This book reflects the wide range of current scholarship on Roman law, covering private, criminal and public law.