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Jonathan On MoneyEpisode 107: Taking Out Credit Card Debt To Pay For A WeddingJoin Jonathan I. Shenkman, President and Chief Investment Officer of ParkBridge Wealth Management this week as he discusses a variety of timely investing and financial planning topics, including: 1. Talking points: Taking out credit card debt to pay for a wedding. 2. This week’s quote is discusses how to measure real wealth. 3. What's the difference between an investment banker and what you do? 4. How do I convince a family member who is living paycheck to paycheck, but spends money like a drunken sailor, to be more sensible w...2025-05-0722 minJonathan On MoneyEpisode 106: IN FOCUS: Over-Looked Estate Planning Tips to Consider for 2025 with Brian Balduzzi and Lisa Presser (Faegre Drinker)Join Jonathan I. Shenkman, President & CIO of ParkBridge Wealth Management, as he goes “IN FOCUS” to explore more advanced wealth planning topics. This week, we will go IN FOCUS where we cover more advanced wealth planning topics. Today, we are joined by Brian Balduzzi and Lisa Presser both from the law firm Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath based in Philadelphia and Princeton, NJ . Brian and Lisa will be discussing “5 Over-Looked Estate Planning Tips to Consider for 2025.” Given the potential sunset of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act or a repeal of...2025-04-3032 min
The Semi Interesting Podcast with Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth MorrisHiring Challenges for New Semiconductor FabsThanks to the CHIPS Act and other global pressures, there is a surge of new semiconductor fabrication plants popping up across the United States. While that’s encouraging news for the industry, it also presents some challenges for human resources departments. Aside from simply filling the available jobs, teams are also faced with numerous other challenges once the hiring bonanza at a new facility begins.
Nathaniel and Elizabeth are joined by Andy Drilling, a senior associate at Hodgson Russ LLP who focuses on labor and employment law. Andy outlines some of the obstacles human resources teams face wh...2024-12-1846 minThe Semi Interesting Podcast with Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth MorrisHiring Challenges for New Semiconductor FabsThanks to the CHIPS Act and other global pressures, there is a surge of new semiconductor fabrication plants popping up across the United States. While that’s encouraging news for the industry, it also presents some challenges for human resources departments. Aside from simply filling the available jobs, teams are also faced with numerous other challenges once the hiring bonanza at a new facility begins.
Nathaniel and Elizabeth are joined by Andy Drilling, a senior associate at Hodgson Russ LLP who focuses on labor and employment law. Andy outlines some of the obstacles human resources teams face wh...2024-12-1846 minThe Semi Interesting Podcast with Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth MorrisImplementing a Trade Secret PolicyRegardless of the type of business or industry, employers understand that employees may encounter confidential information that should be handled carefully. That is especially true when trade secrets are involved, in which case, protecting sensitive and confidential information is of paramount importance.
It’s easy to label something as confidential, but in order to successfully uphold that designation, employers must have a strong policy in place. Nathaniel and Elizabeth are joined by Luisa Bostick, a labor and employment attorney and partner at Hodgson Russ LLP. She discusses some of the best practices toward implementing a str...2024-12-1125 minThe Semi Interesting Podcast with Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth MorrisImplementing a Trade Secret PolicyRegardless of the type of business or industry, employers understand that employees may encounter confidential information that should be handled carefully. That is especially true when trade secrets are involved, in which case, protecting sensitive and confidential information is of paramount importance.
It’s easy to label something as confidential, but in order to successfully uphold that designation, employers must have a strong policy in place. Nathaniel and Elizabeth are joined by Luisa Bostick, a labor and employment attorney and partner at Hodgson Russ LLP. She discusses some of the best practices toward implementing a str...2024-12-1125 minJonathan On MoneyEpisode 55: IN FOCUS: “Hot Topics in NYS/NYC Residency and Personal Income Taxes”Join Jonathan I. Shenkman, President & CIO of ParkBridge Wealth Management, as he goes “IN FOCUS” to explore more advanced wealth planning topics. Today, we will discuss “Hot Topics in NYS/NYC Residency and Personal Income Taxes” featuring Timothy P. Noonan, Partner - Tax Residency Practice Leader, Hodgson Russ LLP based in Buffalo and New York City. This week’s episode show will provide an update on New York’s continued and aggressive residency audit program. Topics will include: An analysis of major issues in New York’s post Covid residency audits, an update on the...2024-05-0830 minThe Semi Interesting Podcast with Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth MorrisAnother Option to Protect Spares: Design Patents for Consumable PartsThe spares business is an essential revenue stream for semiconductor capital equipment manufacturers. While these components typically are not easy to protect with a utility patent application, many of them are ideal for design patent protection. Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth Morris were joined by Charles Rauch, head of the design patent practice at Hodgson Russ LLP, to talk about the benefits of design patent protection. Charlie explained how design patents can be used to protect components like graphite shields or end effector components. Charlie also explained how design patents are enforced against third party manufacturers.
2023-11-3041 minThe Semi Interesting Podcast with Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth MorrisAnother Option to Protect Spares: Design Patents for Consumable PartsThe spares business is an essential revenue stream for semiconductor capital equipment manufacturers. While these components typically are not easy to protect with a utility patent application, many of them are ideal for design patent protection. Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth Morris were joined by Charles Rauch, head of the design patent practice at Hodgson Russ LLP, to talk about the benefits of design patent protection. Charlie explained how design patents can be used to protect components like graphite shields or end effector components. Charlie also explained how design patents are enforced against third party manufacturers.
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Thought Leaders in Law and BusinessWill noncompete agreements be banned in 2024?In this episode of the Thought Leaders in Law and Business podcast, presented by Hodgson Russ and The Business Journals, Jodyann Galvin, a partner with the law firm, discusses the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) proposed rule to ban certain types of noncompete agreements across the nation and the likelihood it will become law in 2024. “One in five employees has either a current noncompete obligation or has had one in the past, and many employees don't really understand what the contours of that obligation are,” Galvin said. “What the FTC concluded was noncompetes generally are bad for business...2023-11-1523 minThought Leaders in Law and BusinessAccounting firms: How to defend against audit malpractice lawsuitsAs experienced litigators who defend accounting firms against allegations of audit malpractice, Hodgson Russ Partners Erin Teske and Mark Harmon have gained firsthand knowledge worth sharing. “The public often has an unrealistic idea of the role auditors perform … They (accounting firms) have insurance and may be viewed as having deep pockets,” Teske said. For those reasons, she believes they can be easy targets for lawsuits.In this episode of the Thought Leaders in Law and Business podcast, presented by Hodgson Russ and The Business Journals, Teske and Harmon share auditing best practices and how accounting firms c...2023-11-0121 minThe Semi Interesting Podcast with Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth MorrisArtificial Intelligence at Work: How Policies Can Save Your IPApplications for artificial intelligence at work seem boundless. AI could even write this episode summary (it didn’t, but maybe it should have). However, using AI carries risks to intellectual property protection, confidentiality, and bias. Look no further than the chip manufacturer that shared confidential information with ChatGPT to find a fix. On this episode, Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth Morris spoke with Hodgson Russ LLP attorney Rosellen Marohn about these risks and policies that companies can use to avoid problems. It’s probably no surprise that a single AI policy can’t be used for all parts of a busine...2023-10-2342 minThe Semi Interesting Podcast with Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth MorrisArtificial Intelligence at Work: How Policies Can Save Your IPApplications for artificial intelligence at work seem boundless. AI could even write this episode summary (it didn’t, but maybe it should have). However, using AI carries risks to intellectual property protection, confidentiality, and bias. Look no further than the chip manufacturer that shared confidential information with ChatGPT to find a fix. On this episode, Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth Morris spoke with Hodgson Russ LLP attorney Rosellen Marohn about these risks and policies that companies can use to avoid problems. It’s probably no surprise that a single AI policy can’t be used for all parts of a busine...2023-10-2342 minThought Leaders in Law and BusinessPost-pandemic unionization trends — and how to navigate a union organizing campaignStarbucks, Amazon, Chipotle, Trader Joe’s and other household names have been in the news lately for their union organization campaigns, a post-pandemic trend that likely won’t change anytime soon, according to Elizabeth McPhail, partner with Hodgson Russ. She said some of these unionization efforts are a “product of the social justice movements” and they’re changing labor union organizing. In the latest episode of the Thought Leaders in Law and Business podcast, presented by Hodgson Russ and The Business Journals, Buffalo Business First Publisher John Tebeau interviews McPhail and her colleague Asia Evans, associate and member of t...2023-10-1824 minThought Leaders in Law and BusinessInsider view on how the Supreme Court works these days: Q&A with Hodgson Russ General CounselLike most institutions, the U.S. Supreme Court is evolving, and the decisions being made these days have gained a lot of attention among business leaders and the public. Recently it has reinstated voting maps, struck down pandemic measures and reinstated relaxed environmental rules. In addition, the Supreme Court’s majority appears to have eliminated “irreparable harm” from the stay analysis, and instead it’s simply staying decisions the majority does not like. In this episode of the Thought Leaders in Law and Business podcast, presented by Hodgson Russ and The Business Journals, Buffalo Business First Publisher John Tebea...2023-10-0422 minThought Leaders in Law and BusinessLegal challenges for cannabis industry continueAs a partner who leads the cannabis and hemp group at law firm Hodgson Russ LLP, Patrick Hines is often approached at cocktail parties with questions about all the cannabis shops popping up. There’s a widespread belief they must be legal or they’d be shut down. However, that’s not necessarily true, he says. Hines dives into this hot topic with Buffalo Business First Publisher John Tebeau, in the latest episode of the Thought Leaders in Law and Business podcast, presented by Hodgson Russ and The Business Journals. “They don't want to put people in jail for...2023-09-2016 minThought Leaders in Law and BusinessExpert weighs in on key cannabis litigation to watch and the future of the industryCannabis is a hot topic across the nation as states continue to roll out the regulatory landscape for recreational programs. The litigation going on in New York will likely impact the entire cannabis industry, according to Patrick Hines, partner and leader of the cannabis and hemp group at Hodgson Russ LLP. So far, the licensing process has been complicated with many starts and stops. In this episode of the Thought Leaders in Law and Business podcast, presented by Hodgson Russ and The Business Journals, Buffalo Business First Publisher John Tebeau interviews Hines on where cannabis stands in N...2023-09-0620 min
Cyber Sip“‘California Emissions’: Is the CCPA a Bellwether for the Rest of Us?,” With Michelle MerolaWelcome to Barclay Damon Live: Cyber Sip™ episode 42, “‘California Emissions’: Is the CCPA a Bellwether for the Rest of Us?” Michelle Merola, leader of Hodgson Russ’s Cybersecurity & Privacy Practice, returns to talk with host Kevin Szczepanski about the changing landscape of privacy laws and specifically how California leads
the way with its recently revised California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Kevin and Michelle review the changes, which make the law even more consumer friendly, and touch on how other states across the country may follow suit (or not). Topics include the new regulatory agency the state has established as well as how...2023-08-2324 minThought Leaders in Law and BusinessFrom free speech to copyrighted images, here are some prominent court cases businesses need to know aboutWith prominent court cases constantly in the news, it can be tricky to interpret how major court decisions involving the First Amendment impact businesses, individuals and the community. Aaron Saykin, partner, media and First Amendment practice leader at Hodgson Russ LLP, dives into this hot topic with Buffalo Business First Publisher John Tebeau, in the latest episode of the Thought Leaders in Law and Business podcast. In part 1 of this conversation, when these two were together for the podcast’s premiere episode, they tackled Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, one of the most frequently cited and co...2023-08-2319 minThought Leaders in Law and BusinessThe latest on the Section 230 debate — and what it might mean for businessesSection 230 of the Communications Decency Act is one of the most frequently cited and complained about statutes in Washington, D.C., from both parties, according to Aaron Saykin, partner, media and First Amendment practice leader at Hodgson Russ LLP.The law was enacted in the 1990s and it shields online platforms — like Google, Yelp, Twitter, Facebook — from legal liability for posts published by their users. “This was the advent of the internet,” Saykin said. “I think forward looking members of Congress said, ‘We don’t want to cripple this new platform —this new level of innovation — with defamation suits.’...2023-08-0919 minThought Leaders in Law and BusinessIntroducing a new podcast: Thought Leaders in Law and BusinessStarting this August, Hodgson Russ and The Business Journals are teaming up to launch a new podcast miniseries, called Thought Leaders in Law and Business. Hosted by John Tebeau, publisher of Buffalo Business First, the show will examine our nation’s pressing issues and how they affect our communities, from the financial health of banking institutions to the legalization of marijuana and state residency taxes. This podcast does not provide legal advice. 2023-08-0200 minCyber Sip“Does Anybody Really Care About Privacy?,” With Michelle MerolaIt’s episode 40 of Barclay Damon Live: Cyber Sip™. Host Kevin Szczepanski is joined for the first time by Michelle Merola of Hodgson Russ, where she is a partner and leader of the law firm’s Cybersecurity & Privacy Practice. Kevin and Michelle start off by defining “privacy” as it’s currently conceived, which includes the right to protect your personal information and data. They then delve into the difference between cybersecurity and privacy and the recent paradigm shift from a focus on security to privacy. Listen in for more on developing privacy laws and how they may affect businesses across the cou2023-07-1226 minThe Semi Interesting Podcast with Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth MorrisTrade Secrets Theft and Your Dirty LaundryTrade secrets represent an astronomical amount of the intellectual property in the semiconductor industry. But how do you protect these trade secrets and keep them safe? And what happens when you detect that your trade secrets may not be secure? Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth Morris are joined by Melissa Subjeck and Lura Bechtel from Hodgson Russ LLP to discuss trade secret protection and options to detect theft. They also explain what happens during an investigation for trade secret theft – including examples of the dirty laundry that can come out during an investigation.
2023-07-0632 minThe Semi Interesting Podcast with Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth MorrisTrade Secrets Theft and Your Dirty LaundryTrade secrets represent an astronomical amount of the intellectual property in the semiconductor industry. But how do you protect these trade secrets and keep them safe? And what happens when you detect that your trade secrets may not be secure? Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth Morris are joined by Melissa Subjeck and Lura Bechtel from Hodgson Russ LLP to discuss trade secret protection and options to detect theft. They also explain what happens during an investigation for trade secret theft – including examples of the dirty laundry that can come out during an investigation.
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SALTovation: Making Sense of State and Local TaxA Conversation with Timothy P. Noonan, Partner and Tax Residency Practice Leader at Hodgson Russ LLPIn this episode of the SALTovation podcast, Stacey Roberts is joined by Tim Noonan, Tax Lawyer and Partner at Hodgson Russ in New York, to discuss state and local tax issues. They talk about tax and legal issues related to private equity firms targeting certain companies and the importance of understanding where the target companies operate to determine any filing obligations. Stacey and Timothy also discuss the 2018 Wayfair case, and why tax professionals need to be knowledgeable to help clients navigate the process within state and local jurisdictions. Topics discussed in this episode:The ne...2023-03-1121 minThe Semi Interesting Podcast with Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth MorrisWorking with University Researchers: Best Practices For University Tech LicensingUniversities have some of the foremost technical experts on the planet. So how can companies best use this brainpower? And what are the universities hoping to receive in return? In this episode of The Semi Interesting Podcast, Hodgson Russ LLP Partner Nathaniel Lucek and Pure Storage’s Legal Director of IP & Product Elizabeth Morris explore university tech licensing with Cheryl Junker, Associate Director for IP Transactions at Dartmouth College. They will discuss a university’s objectives when entering into a research agreement, the types of contract provisions that a university can’t change (no matter how nicely you ask), and wh...2023-03-0935 minThe Semi Interesting Podcast with Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth MorrisWorking with University Researchers: Best Practices For University Tech LicensingUniversities have some of the foremost technical experts on the planet. So how can companies best use this brainpower? And what are the universities hoping to receive in return? In this episode of The Semi Interesting Podcast, Hodgson Russ LLP Partner Nathaniel Lucek and Pure Storage’s Legal Director of IP & Product Elizabeth Morris explore university tech licensing with Cheryl Junker, Associate Director for IP Transactions at Dartmouth College. They will discuss a university’s objectives when entering into a research agreement, the types of contract provisions that a university can’t change (no matter how nicely you ask), and wh...2023-03-0935 minThe Semi Interesting Podcast with Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth MorrisDesigning a Patent Strategy for EnforcementFor such an unassuming document, patents can be hugely important. Whether you’re an inventor who just developed the next “latest and greatest” idea, or a company that helps those inventors get their product out in to distribution, patenting is an important part of the process. It can literally make or break your opportunities for growth and business.
In this episode of The Semi Interesting Podcast, Hodgson Russ LLP Partner Nathaniel Lucek and Pure Storage’s Legal Director of IP & Product Elizabeth Morris dive in to the patenting process. They’ll explain why designing a patent strategy tends to w...2023-02-0920 minThe Semi Interesting Podcast with Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth MorrisDesigning a Patent Strategy for EnforcementFor such an unassuming document, patents can be hugely important. Whether you’re an inventor who just developed the next “latest and greatest” idea, or a company that helps those inventors get their product out in to distribution, patenting is an important part of the process. It can literally make or break your opportunities for growth and business.
In this episode of The Semi Interesting Podcast, Hodgson Russ LLP Partner Nathaniel Lucek and Pure Storage’s Legal Director of IP & Product Elizabeth Morris dive in to the patenting process. They’ll explain why designing a patent strategy tends to w...2023-02-0920 minThe Semi Interesting Podcast with Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth MorrisGenerating Engagement with InventorsYou’ve probably heard the saying, “It’s hard to find good help these days.” No matter what industry you’re working in, that saying almost always rings true. But once you do manage to find that good help – or inventors, in the case of the semiconductor industry – how do you retain it? Enter, the Semi Interesting Podcast Episode One.
In the premiere episode, Hodgson Russ LLP Partner Nathaniel Lucek and Pure Storage’s Legal Director of IP & Product Elizabeth Morris take a look at strategies on how to generate engagement with inventors. As they explain, it’s not...2023-01-1220 minThe Semi Interesting Podcast with Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth MorrisGenerating Engagement with InventorsYou’ve probably heard the saying, “It’s hard to find good help these days.” No matter what industry you’re working in, that saying almost always rings true. But once you do manage to find that good help – or inventors, in the case of the semiconductor industry – how do you retain it? Enter, the Semi Interesting Podcast Episode One.
In the premiere episode, Hodgson Russ LLP Partner Nathaniel Lucek and Pure Storage’s Legal Director of IP & Product Elizabeth Morris take a look at strategies on how to generate engagement with inventors. As they explain, it’s not...2023-01-1220 minThe Semi Interesting Podcast with Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth MorrisSemi Interesting Podcast TRAILERWe are launching a brand new podcast here at Hodgson Russ LLP – “The Semi Interesting Podcast.”
Don’t let the name fool you! The podcast is about semiconductors – see what we did there? – and it’s extremely interesting! Hosts Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth Morris offer a unique perspective on issues facing the industry. Join them and find out why the semi conductor industry is far more than semi-interesting!
*This podcast does not provide legal advice.
2023-01-0601 minThe Semi Interesting Podcast with Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth MorrisSemi Interesting Podcast TRAILERWe are launching a brand new podcast here at Hodgson Russ LLP – “The Semi Interesting Podcast.”
Don’t let the name fool you! The podcast is about semiconductors – see what we did there? – and it’s extremely interesting! Hosts Nathaniel Lucek and Elizabeth Morris offer a unique perspective on issues facing the industry. Join them and find out why the semi conductor industry is far more than semi-interesting!
*This podcast does not provide legal advice.
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Tax Notes TalkThe Future of Tax Policy for Remote WorkersSend us a textTimothy Noonan of Hodgson Russ LLP discusses how some states tax remote employees and the effect of temporary pandemic tax changes. For additional coverage, read these articles in Tax Notes:Bill Seeks to Shield Teleworkers From St. Louis's Earnings TaxAnalysis: The Pandemic’s Tax Fallout ContinuesRemote Work Complicates Employer Tax Compliance, Pressures States to Revise RulesNew York Remote Work Rules Clash With COVID-19 Realities, Experts SayIn our “In the Pages” segment, Doug Borg, a manager in the Washington office of RSM US LLP, chats about his coauthored Tax No...2022-05-0640 min
Let 'Em SpeakAnna-Lesa Calvert on cultural humility, law, and soccerAnna-Lesa Calvert (https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-lesa-calvert/) is the Manager of Professional Development and Diversity at Hodgson Russ LLP. At Hodgson Russ she develops training, organizational effectiveness programs, while creating programs and processes that support a diverse and inclusive work place. Prior to her work at Hodgson Russ, she ran a non-profit focus on ensuring that underserved youth in her community had access to sport and its benefits. By listening to this conversation with Anna-Lesa, you’ll learn about: - Being a diversity officer at a law firm - Increasing diversity in law fir...2021-09-2042 min
WealthStyle PodcastWhat to Know About Moving Across State Lines With Mark KleinMoving for work or a new venture can be exciting. But new taxes you may be paying less so. In this episode, the chairman and partner of Hodgson Russ LLP, Mark Klein, joins Iván Watanabe and Russ Carpentieri to discuss the true cost of moving states. Mark explains taxes and auditors when moving, and answers … Read More Read More2021-09-0628 min
Experts OnlyEpisode 72: Navigate Webinar #2 - Opportunities for the Next DecadeThis week’s episode was produced in collaboration with the New England Clean Energy Council (NECEC). The second Navigate program webinar of 2020, "Opportunities for the Next Decade", was made possible with support from NYSERDA. Navigate is a program under the Northeast Clean Energy Council that leverages its power to provide resources and support for clean energy startups.
Host Jon Powers leads a discussion with four panelists: Jason Kaplan of PowerMarket, Noah C. Shaw of Hodgson Russ LLP, Doran Hole of Ameresco, and Zoe Berkery of CleanCapital. Listen to hear expert opinions on the future of the renewable energy industry and wh...2020-07-281h 00
Albany Law School PodcastCheyenne Lufkin's GLC Experience & Siena College Summer Legal FellowshipIn this episode, we speak with 2020 Siena College Summer Legal Fellow at the Government Law Center Cheyenne Lufkin, who is the primary author of the latest GLC explainer about the Paycheck Protection Program.
Lufkin is a senior at Siena College majoring in political science and minoring in business with a certificate in pre-law. Cheyenne served as an intern in the Albany office of Hodgson & Russ LLP and in the Washington, D.C., office of U.S. Congresswoman Elise Stefanik. She was raised and currently lives in Argyle, New York. For 10 years, Cheyenne has helped organize the Carl Lu...2020-07-2310 min
Energy Central17: ‘Navigating Empire State Renewable Energy Policy & Projects’ with Noah Shaw of Hodgson Russ LLPWhile California has long been considered the leader in clean energy development, New York has in recent years staked its claim as the major renewable energy hub east of the Mississippi River and with recent policy developments may be giving California a run for its money as the most ambitious state for cleaning up the energy sector. In many ways, state-level policy is seen as more impactful and important for these issues, so to learn more about what New York State is doing right (including the recently passed Accelerated Renewable Energy Growth and Community Benefit Act) Jason Price and Matt...2020-06-2224 min
ABI PodcastEpisode 152 - Featuring Authors Discussing Survival Tips for New LawyersFeaturing Authors Discussing Survival Tips for New Lawyers
The latest ABI podcast features Resident Scholar Lois Lupica talking with Kevin M. Baum of Baum & Bailey, P.C. (Rockville Centre, N.Y.) and Craig T. Lutterbein of Hodgson Russ LLP (Buffalo, N.Y.), the authors of ABI's newest publication, Survival Guide for the New Lawyer: What They Didn't Teach You in Law School. Baum and Lutterbein discuss their book and provide pointers to new lawyers on the everyday aspects of practicing law, with a special emphasis on bankruptcy law. Click here to listen to the podcast.2015-06-0432 min