Free Speech in the Crosshairs: Political Expression in 2026
Given that current events can undoubtedly inspire both verbal and non-verbal commentary, it’s a great time to hit refresh on the parameters of First Amendment and other political speech protections in the educational and employment context.
Leadership of One or a Team
Learn how can we understand our gifts and frustrations, transform the way we see ourselves, and people we work with to find greater fulfillment in our work.
Automating Inequity: Why AI Demands Legal Oversight
Artificial intelligence is not a distant, futuristic technology. It is already embedded in our homes and offices.
Swimming with the Current - Tips on Navigating Office Politics
A story of toxic office politics becomes advice on assessing workplace dynamics, staying neutral, building your brand, and navigating relationships to thrive professionally.
Strength Through Community, Purpose Through Leadership
Interview with NBLSA Midwest Chair Jasmine Felder highlights the association’s mission, leadership pathways, and community-building events supporting law students.
Behind the Bands & Briefs with Anjeli Narine
Over the span of our legal careers, we may find ourselves at different points on the legal practice spectrum for various personal or professional reasons.
To Law or Not To Law?
After 30+ years of practicing law, I sometimes forget that I didn’t always follow a traditional professional path. A year after joining a national law firm as a first year associate , I wasn’t sure I
Moving to Mastery: Rethinking the Role of Memorization in Legal Education
Each fall, as midterm season rolls around, my office hours fill with anxious undergraduates asking, “Will this be on the test?” “Do we need to memorize this case name?” “What about this quote from the
Breakneck Innovation and the Law
The world has been experiencing the breakneck pace of the 4th Industrial Revolution, marked by emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), neurotechnology, automation, blockchain techn
The Stoic Advocate: What the Ancient Greek Philosophy Can Teach Us About Lawyering
Popular culture would have us believe that in order to live a good life, we must indulge ourselves frequently and think only good thoughts. Worried about the future? Manifestation is king: all it requ
A Man’s World?
Welcome to my third blog post! Now that we know each other a little better, I’d like to address what I think is the elephant in the room:Why do we need a Ms. JD, anyway?There aren’t any Mr. JD organiz
Beyond the Billable Hour: Embracing the Unconventional Legal Path
When I graduated from law school and started as an associate at a labor and employment firm in Washington, D.C., it felt like I was on the path. You know the one: late nights in the office, long hours