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Raising your visibility at work requires understanding your environment and obstacles, building trust and avenues of communication, and creating and executing your visibility “campaign.” Jenn Bankston of Bankston Marketing provides insights on how to ensure you’re both seen and heard in the legal industry work setting.

Recognized by the U.S. Supreme Court as the “greatest legal engine ever invented for the discovery of truth,” an effective cross-examination remains no simple feat. For both the young attorney and experienced litigator, a successful cross-examination requires deep knowledge and preparation. 

Jeffrey M. Williams, founder and managing partner of Williams Family Law and a fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, gives young attorneys advice on how to become a “complete” lawyer.

Over the past few years there has been an uptick in an overall lock of civility, politeness,courtesy and respect. A total lack of professionalism is pervasive in the workplace, on socialmedia channels, and those seeking opportunities in the job market. 

Both hybrid, remote work and in-person employment present learning opportunities for young attorneys. Ruxandra Osgood, an attorney at Pond Lehocky Giordano, presents some ways the trend of remote work has altered career development.

Young lawyers often feel overwhelmed in a profession known for strict deadlines and demanding bosses and clients. Often rewarded for always saying yes to additional work, young attorneys often have to question whether their workload is sustainable. 

Peter Vaira, a member of Weir Greenblatt Pierce, writes that more emphasis should be placed on learning how to conduct a witness interview.

The New Normal is a Law.com series that analyzes changes that may impact the future of the legal industry.

A philosophy employed by the Toyota company in Japan in the 1950s, Kaizen is the management approach meaning “good change” that promotes personal and professional development.

Law firms have begun tying in-person attendance to job performance, bonuses and retention. Other law firms have considered using data on attendance to figure out whether real estate remains a logical expense.