BASF Board of Directors Issue Statement on the Importance of an Independent Judiciary

June 20, 2016 – San Francisco — An independent judiciary plays a critical role in the proper functioning of our system of government. The public debate following the recent sentencing of Brock Turner demonstrates the important balance between the constitutionally…
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Marketing & Business Development: Must-Read Resources at the San Francisco Law Library

The San Francisco Law Library maintains a comprehensive Law Practice Management Collection, with publications that detail all aspects of opening a practice—hanging your shingle, billing, finances, risk management, technology, and more. This post introduces the Law Library’s LPM resources that…
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School-To-College: The First Step to Increasing Diversity in the Legal Profession [Infographic]

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Warning Signs of Law Firm Changes Ahead: Potential Merger, Acquisition, or Failure

In recent years, some of San Francisco’s largest law firms have been the subject of wholesale changes. Failed mergers, toxic acquisitions, and looming bankruptcies threaten the stability of a firm, often resulting in dissolutions that leave administrators and associates without…
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Panelists Aim to Inspire Diverse Students to Think About a Legal Career

More than 15 students attended a Destination Law School panel presentation at San Francisco State University. The panel presentation was organized in partnership with San Francisco State University’s Equal Opportunity Program (EOP) with the help of Assistant Director Yvette Ching.…
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