Lawyers might need to change archaic language in legal papers
Filings and document demands created by copying and pasting contain antiquated and archaic wording should be reviewed closely. Document demands specifying “telegrams” and contents stored on floppy disks can also [...]
The Value of Client Feedback
"Your most unhappy customers are your greatest source of learning." - Bill Gates. I believe the single and greatest way to grow a law firm is to provide exemplary customer service.
California takes up law firm ownership fight after ABA sidesteps
California lawmakers are set to vote before the end of the month on legislation that would allow the state bar to test new legal service models to make them more [...]
Lawyers detail the benefits of running a virtual law firm
Before COVID-19, virtual law firms were not widely accepted. But as the world shut down during the pandemic and firms still needed to serve their clients and pay their bills, the industry had to change.
ABA reaffirms rule against nonlawyer ownership
The American Bar Association voted Aug. 9, at its annual meeting to approve a resolution supporting its prohibition of non-lawyer ownership. In its report the ABA added “particularly at a [...]
Instead of the dreaded review, try ‘quarterly conversations’
Open and honest communication with team members is crucial when running a law firm. Whether it be a group meeting or a one-on-one meeting, effective communication is critical. When I [...]
Law firm planning: 5 ways to get ready for the new year
Nicole Black The holiday season is already upon us, and you know what that means: 2022 is right around the corner. Is your law firm ready for whatever [...]
Six steps toward building a stronger security profile
These days, there’s a lot of emphasis on the implications of data breaches, ransomware attacks, and other system compromises from bad actors on the world stage. We read about the “parade of horribles,” which can ensue after an event, and it would be easy ...
Finding ways to show team members you care
The success of any law firm hinges on its people. No successful law firm was ever built on the backs of average team members. If team members know that you truly care about them, they can flourish. When that happens, a law firm can truly accomplish great things.
Handle with care accommodation requests for remote work
As a result of a first-of-its-kind case filed recently by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, employers may soon get a glimpse at the administrative body’s attitude toward the future of work-from-home arrangements.
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