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Jan L Jacobowitz

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Ending The Pursuit: Releasing Attorney Advertising Regulations At The Intersection Of Technology And The First Amendment, Jan L. Jacobowitz Ms. Dec 2016

Ending The Pursuit: Releasing Attorney Advertising Regulations At The Intersection Of Technology And The First Amendment, Jan L. Jacobowitz Ms.

Jan L Jacobowitz


 In 2012, I characterized the enactment and enforcement of contemporary attorney advertising regulations as an endless pursuit to capture technology at the intersection of attorney advertising and the First Amendment.1 I invoked the image of Wile E. Coyote and his ongoing pursuit of the evasive Road Runner. Five years later, I have concluded that the pursuit is indeed endless and the “chase” should be abandoned in deference to both the First Amendment and the public’s ability to identify the proverbial wheat from the chaff in the world of Internet driven advertising.2 While professionalism remains a concern, the …

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Cultural Evolution Or Revolution? The Millennial’S Growing Impact On Professionalism And The Practice Of Law, Jan L. Jacobowitz Ms., Katie M. Lachter, Gabriella Morello Dec 2015

Cultural Evolution Or Revolution? The Millennial’S Growing Impact On Professionalism And The Practice Of Law, Jan L. Jacobowitz Ms., Katie M. Lachter, Gabriella Morello

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 The Millennial Generation will entirely recast the image of youth from downbeat and alienated to 
upbeat and engaged—with potentially seismic consequences for America.1 
— Neil Howe and William Strauss 
Although they are better educated, more techno-savvy, and quicker to adapt than those who have 
come before them, they refuse to blindly conform to traditional standards and time-honored insti
tutions. Instead, they boldly ask, ‘Why?2 
— Eric Chester 
Organizations that can’t—or won’t—customize training, career paths, incentives and work responsi
bilities need a wake-up call.3 
— Carolyn A. Martin and Bruce Tulgan 
I. Introduction 
Millennials, the children of …

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The Legal Perils Of Social Media: Avoiding Landmines In Cyberspace, Jan L. Jacobowitz Ms. Dec 2012

The Legal Perils Of Social Media: Avoiding Landmines In Cyberspace, Jan L. Jacobowitz Ms.

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Endless Pursuit: Capturing Technology At The Intersection Of The First Amendment And Attorney Advertising, Jan L. Jacobowitz Ms. Dec 2011

Endless Pursuit: Capturing Technology At The Intersection Of The First Amendment And Attorney Advertising, Jan L. Jacobowitz Ms.

Jan L Jacobowitz

ABSTRACT Among state bars, the Florida Bar has been a pioneer in regulating advertising, especially with respect to new technology. The Bar’s efforts have been years in the making, but only until recently did constitutional considerations percolate to the forefront as the Bar faced litigation threats, and federal courts issued opinions expounding on attorneys’ First Amendment rights. Now, with the release of a proposed new code of advertising rules that coincides with the release of the American Bar Association 20/20 Commission’s proposal to amend the attorney advertising and communication model rules, questions have arisen anew as to whether the Florida …

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A Rose By Any Other Name? Enhancing Professionalism Through Cultural Competency, Jan L. Jacobowitz Ms. Dec 2008

A Rose By Any Other Name? Enhancing Professionalism Through Cultural Competency, Jan L. Jacobowitz Ms.

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The First Amendment And The Legal Profession: Is Silence Golden?, Jan L. Jacobowitz Ms. May 2008

The First Amendment And The Legal Profession: Is Silence Golden?, Jan L. Jacobowitz Ms.

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