Niche Practices
The Practice
September/October 2024
Exploring small communities of practice and emerging legal areas for insights about the profession
September/October 2024
Introducing the September 2024 Issue
What is a niche practice area—and why does it matter?
Cannabis Lawyers
The gradual states-driven legalization of cannabis, first medicinal then recreational, combined with decreased enforcement of federal law, has led to the emergence and growth of the marijuana industry and with it increased demand for cannabis legal services. Who are cannabis lawyers, where do they practice, what ethical challenges do they face, and what insights does cannabis law practice reveal about the American legal profession?
Art and Antiquities Advocates
The cadre of lawyers who engage in art and antiquities repatriation, restitution, and cultural heritage work is a small community. This niche specialty, however, is increasingly becoming more well-known and institutionalized.
Cosmic Counsel
What is it like to work in space law at this critical point of history? Interviews with a professor of space law at the University of Mississippi and the general counsel of Blue Origin frame this story about navigating the terrain during a pivotal time.
What Fashion Law Teaches Us About Practice Development
Anthony Lupo, chairman of ArentFox Schiff, spoke with Dana Walters, associate editor of The Practice, to talk about the rise of fashion law and what it says about law firm organization and market strategy.
