Christian & Small Supports Corporate Internship Program at Holy Family Cristo Rey

Holy Family Cristo Rey Catholic High School is pushing the boundaries of what is possible when it comes to educating and preparing our next generation. By emphasizing interpersonal skills, self-discipline and work experience, Cristo Rey educates and transforms. By raising expectations and creating opportunities, Holy Family Cristo Rey places a premium on the future of … Read More

Blog June 10, 2014

Celebrating Teachers at Teach For America Donor Reception

By Khadijah Abdullah, Teach For America – Alabama Executive Director and Teach For America Development Associate, Ansley Hagler Teach for America – Alabama’s corporate partners and local donors are integral to ensuring that we are able to continue bringing phenomenal teachers and talent to the most in-need school districts across the state. As we close … Read More

Blog June 3, 2014

Ken Simon Reappointed to University of South Alabama Board of Trustees

Alabama Governor Robert Bentley recently reappointed Christian & Small Partner Kenneth O. Simon to his second term on the University of South Alabama’s (USA) Board of Trustees. He was first appointed in 2009 to fill an unexpired term and currently serves as the Board’s vice-chair.

Blog May 29, 2014

Addressing Social Media Use Through Jury Charges

In the current age of digital and social media, juror use of social media is perhaps one of the greatest challenges facing courts and litigants. In this four-part series, Paul Zimmerman highlights some of the problems associated with juror use of social media, including juror misconduct, disregard for courts’ instructions and threats to impartiality. Paul offers suggestions … Read More

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Why Must Social Media be Addressed at Trial?

In the current age of digital and social media, juror use of social media is perhaps among the greatest challenges facing courts and litigants. In this four-part series, Paul Zimmerman highlights some of the problems associated with juror use of social media, including juror misconduct, disregard for courts’ instructions and threats to  impartiality. Paul offers suggestions for … Read More

Blog May 20, 2014

David Walston Speaks at the 2014 Primerus Business Law Institute Symposium

Christian & Small Partner David B. Walston spoke at the Primerus Business Law Institute Symposium in New York on May 15, 2014. Helmed by global thought leaders, this year’s conference theme was “Corporation in Crisis: Practical Approaches for Success” and was well attended by executive management officials that included General Counsel, regulatory and compliance officials, and communications and … Read More

Blog May 16, 2014

Jonathan Macklem Attends 3rd Annual LCLD Fellows Alumni Conference

Christian & Small Partner Jonathan W.  Macklem recently attended the 3rd Annual Leadership Council on Legal Diversity’s (LCLD) Fellows Alumni Conference in Miami from May 16-18, 2014. The conference provided a long weekend of various professional enrichment opportunities, including Best Practices and Trends within Legal Departments, Effective Ways to Manage Litigation Budgets, Alternative Fee Arrangements, … Read More

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Dealing with Social Media at Trial – A Technical Primer

In the current age of digital and social media, juror use of social media is perhaps one of the greatest challenges facing courts and litigants. In this four-part series, Paul Zimmerman highlights some of the problems associated with juror use of social media, including juror misconduct, disregard for courts’ instructions and threats to impartiality. Paul offers suggestions for … Read More

Blog May 13, 2014