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Commentary: The key to security as a lawyer: Networking
by Cindy L. Fryda on February 3, 2010 13:42 CST
Throughout law school I was very focused on grades and making certain that I ranked as high as possible in my class. But while it is impossible to deny that grades and rankings are important in law school, I was surprised to find that what matters more than anything as you move into your career is your ability to create connections.Click for more | Comments
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Commentary: Strive for clarity in your legal writing
by Cindy Fryda on December 10, 2009 13:59 CST
The days of lawyers providing a service by either creating or interpreting secret “lawyer code” are gone.Click for more | Comments (3)
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Commentary: The necessary evil of timekeeping
by Cindy Fryda on October 14, 2009 13:09 CDT
Timekeeping. I can’t think of a single person who enjoys it. In fact, most hate it. But without it we wouldn’t get paid, so it must be done. And believe it or not, it’s actually a bit of an acquired skill.Click for more | Comments (2)
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Commentary: Your success and your assistant
by Cindy Fryda on September 15, 2009 12:56 CDT
I’m writing this month’s column at 5:00 a.m., which means that the potential for wit and humor is out the window. Nevertheless, while this column may be a bit sleepy, it is packed full of essential information – specifically, how your assistant can maximize your success.Click for more | Comments
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Difficult clients – The importance of documentation
by Cindy Fryda on July 28, 2009 14:03 CDT
As I look back at my columns so far, it’s occurred to me that I might be starting to sound like your mother. So rather than nagging you about having a good attitude and not drinking too much, I’ve decided to simply offer some light pointers for you newly graduated lawyers – a little break until next month when mom’s back.Click for more | Comments
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You are not invisible - act responsibly
by Cindy Fryda on July 2, 2009 14:39 CDT
The majority of new law school graduates are in their mid-to-late 20s, a mere decade into adulthood, and possibly still trying to figure out what that means. But now it’s time to go act like a “lawyer.” Although you have been through the training to be a lawyer, you may not have gotten your mind around the responsibilities that come with the title.Click for more | Comments
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Never forget, you are always replaceable
by Cindy Fryda on May 29, 2009 10:05 CDT
I was asked to write this column from a “young lawyer’s” perspective, so that I might provide other young lawyers with valuable information. Although I definitely don’t claim to have all the answers, I will give it my best.Click for more | Comments
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