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In Silicon Valley, we often acknowledge that we live in a “bubble.” Although everyone’s image of the bubble is different, most people would agree that Silicon Valley is kind of an optimistic technology paradise, with larger than life entrepreneurship, an abundance of capital, infinite opportunities, and a global meritocracy that rewards hard work and perseverance.

Law is a notoriously high-stress field, yet there is still a pervasive stigma with the subject of mental disorders, such as anxiety and depression.

Considering that women currently fill only a third of open board positions — even with an increasing awareness of the value of diversity on boards — Stewart’s numbers reflect great success in this area.

I thought it might be interesting to try to describe how the practice of corporate law might look just a few years down the road.

Some attorneys have hoarder tendencies. They hold on to outdated contract writing practices long after these practices no longer meet their original function or need.

Sometime between entering law school and taking the bar exam, many attorneys decide that to affect change and help serve the interests of justice they must join a non-profit organization or provide pro bono services.

Outside of this issue of the Docket, which includes best practices on effectively managing a brand migration, leveraging law department metrics strategically, and more, I encourage you to take a look at ACC’s Leading Practices Profiles.

A day in the life of Janet Wright, Vice President – Corporate, Securities & Finance Counsel And Assistant Secretary at Dell in Austin, Texas.

It’s mid-February and you secured the plum assignment of meetings in the Cayman Islands — lucky you! Before you leave, make sure you know about the British Dependent Territory, which combines elements of local laws (financial centre, property laws, etc.) and the UK authority headed by a UK-appointed governor.

I’ve been wondering how well the next generation has been trained for leadership. After a recent conversation with one of my nephews, Donovan, I think we’re on the right track.