It’s safe to say that few in the legal profession were sorry to see 2009 end. This was a year that was marked by one of the worst recessions in recent history, also dubbed the “Great Recession.” Now that the dust has settled, everyone is anxiously awaiting to see what 2010 will bring. Most analysts and experts seem to agree that the worst is over. Yet, the economy has been left devastated, and the recovery promises to be a long one.  more >>

As we are nearing the end of 2009, one of the toughest economic times of our generation, one would hope to see lessons learned on the eve of a new year. One thing remains clear: greed is far from dead. It is alive and kicking. So who will be squeezed as we enter 2010?  more >>

InsideCounsel examines the fate of in-house counsels in this challenging economy as many companies are cutting attorneys loose and expecting the remaining legal staff to do more with less.  InsideCounsel takes a look at in-house layoff woes, how legal departments are accomplishing more with less and signs that yes—the worst may truly be over.   more >>

Not only has Google become the world's most visited Internet property, but its legal department is one of the most coveted places for attorneys to work for in the U.S. and around the world.
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In a gloomy job market, taking control of your career can make all the difference. InsideCounsel asked in-house lawyers and career experts to share their most valued tips. Here is their best advice on how to set yourself apart and jump-start your professional life.  more >>

Most corporate legal departments have been able to steer away for the type of mass layoffs we have seen at law firms across the country.  But how deep have law department layoffs run?  Find the latest figures for May 2009.  more >>

We have seen the layoffs, the salary cuts, and the deferred employment offers all resulting from one thing: too many lawyers for too little work. But apparently, that’s not curbing the law school application rates.  more >>