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The Boy Scouts of America, which filed for Chapter 11 in the District of Delaware in February 2020 and has since had a reorganization plan confirmed, faced more abuse claims than had been brought in any bankruptcy case before. A new bill in Congress would address such cases.        

A sense of belonging is not a luxury; it’s a fundamental need we are hardwired to seek out. However, in a society that often prioritizes success and productivity, the importance of these connections can be overlooked, leading to increased feelings of isolation.        

“A lot of times what your colleagues are looking for in a leader is support and guidance and the ability to marshal resources when they are needed,” said Kermitt Brooks, chief legal officer of The Guardian Life Insurance Co. of America.        

“At the end of the day, every lawyer’s currency is their own practice. …To be considered for leadership, you must first prove your mettle as a lawyer, setting an example for how a firm’s business should operate.”        

It’s time for attorneys to return to the office on a five day a week schedule. You do not become a great lawyer on Zoom any more than watching “Perry Mason” reruns will make you one.