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Md. Panels OK High-Earner Tax Hike, IT Tax In Budget Plan

By Sanjay Talwani

Maryland would raise its tax rate for high-income earners and create a tax on computer and information technology services under a budget package advanced by a pair of state House committees in line with a deal announced by state leaders.

Ala. Bill Seeks To Regulate, Tax Cannabinoid Products

By Jaqueline McCool

Alabama would impose a 6% tax on cannabinoid product sales beginning in 2026 under a bill introduced in the state Senate.

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Mo. Auditor Faults State For Lack Of Cannabis Tax Probes

By Paul Williams

Missouri's state auditor faulted the state Department of Revenue for not auditing any cannabis tax returns since sales of medical cannabis began in 2020, saying the tax agency failed to establish a robust compliance environment for the filings.

Making The Case For Rest In The Legal Profession

By Marissa Alert, Carol Ross-Burnett and Denise Robinson

For too long, a culture of overwork has plagued the legal profession, but research shows that attorneys need rest to perform optimally and sustainably, so legal organizations and individuals must implement strategies that allow for restoration, says Marissa Alert at MDA Wellness, Carol Ross-Burnett at CRB Global, and Denise Robinson at The Still Center.

4 Ways Women Attorneys Can Build A Legal Legacy

By Jackie Prester

This Women’s History Month, women attorneys should consider what small, day-to-day actions they can take to help leave a lasting impact for future generations, even if it means mentoring one person or taking 10 minutes to make a plan, says Jackie Prester, a former shareholder at Baker Donelson.


Expert Analysis

We Must Allow Judges To Use Their Independent Judgment

As two recent cases show, the ability of judges to access their independent judgment crucially enables courts to exercise the discretion needed to reach the right outcome based on the unique facts within the law, says John Siffert at Lankler Siffert & Wohl.

Performing Stand-Up Comedy Makes Me A Better Lawyer

Whether I’m delivering a punchline on stage or a closing argument in court, balancing stand-up comedy performances and my legal career has demonstrated that the keys to success in both endeavors include reading the room, landing the right timing and making an impact, says attorney Rebecca Palmer.

Adapting To Private Practice: From SEC To BigLaw

As I adjusted to the multifaceted workflow of a BigLaw firm after leaving the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, working side by side with new colleagues on complex matters proved the fastest way to build a deep rapport and demonstrate my value, says Jennifer Lee at Jenner & Block.

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