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In Australia, some lawyers believe that only lawyers have the expertise to investigate lawyers and so they oppose the creation of an ombudsman position.    . . . .       In the UK, there is concern that working class kids aren't making it into the legal profession. (My view: in the US, there should be a lot more concern.)     . . . .    In Canada, class action lawsuits for financial frauds is inhibiting the traditional practice of having lawyers on the client's board of directors.    . . . .    The NYT reports on lawyers using humor to attract clients.  (Because the article mentions my favorite, Jim "The Hammer" Shapiro, this is a chance to link to his videos again.)    . . . .     Silicon Valley - SF firms look at how firms can achieve diversity.  (Disclaimer: the underwriting firm, Fenwick & West, is my old firm.)    . . . .    Michelle Harner, at Concurring Opinions, offers thoughts on why the Legal Profession course may be undervalued by students.    . . . .    

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