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.
The ‘morning huddle’: short and sweet — and powerful
The morning huddle is something I have discovered to be a powerful and yet really simple method of improving my practice. While it brings numerous benefits, its principal benefit for me is that it creates and maintains daily alignment in my firm.
Delegating to others can help grow your practice
If someone else can do something 70% as well as you can, delegate it.
The importance of technology competence in the e-filing era
If you remain unconvinced about the importance of technology competence, perhaps a recent federal appeals court decision will do the trick.
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