The pandemic and its effects have dramatically affected the practice of law and will continue to have a long-term impact on the ways that legal work is conducted in the years to come. The good news is that now that vaccine rates are on the rise in the United States, it’s possible for members of the legal profession to envision and prepare for the post-pandemic world.
Forward thinking law firm leaders should take advantage of this opportunity to fine tune their management skills for both in-office or remote teams.
In 2012, the American Bar Association acknowledged the indisputable influence of technology on the practice of law when it modified comment 8 to Model Rule 1.1 to state that maintaining technology competence is part of the ethical obligations of lawyers.
A lawyer’s ethical obligations when working remotely are outlined in a new opinion issued by the American Bar Association nearly a year after most attorneys set up shop at home in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
It’s always been important to ensure that you understand how to use the technologies that you use regularly in your practice. But now that many of us are working — and appearing in court — remotely, it’s imperative that lawyers are technologically competent when communicating electronically.
Online reviews are great for consumers, but for business owners, navigating the world of online reviews can be tricky since responses to reviews, both negative and positive, are decidedly public. This confounding newfound reality can present problems for lawyers seeking to respond to negative online reviews since doing so can sometimes trigger ethics rules regarding confidential information.
With COVID-19’s impact on all aspects of professional (and personal) life, there is a silver lining for legal marketers and communications professionals: They are poised to make a substantial impact on how law firm leadership and partners value social media initiatives.
I have tried to think about ways running can make me a better lawyer. Here are just a few: (1) stepping into any legal matter should be viewed as a marathon, not a sprint; (2) it’s always better to run with others; (3) prepare for the terrain ahead; and (4) we need to nourish our bodies, which includes pausing for injury.
This article focuses on how to manage conflict in a team setting and provides practical steps to increase the chance of benefiting from conflict.
For lawyers who are uncomfortable with the safety and security measures being taken by courts but are nevertheless required to appear in person, what are your options?
