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An entertaining and nitty-gritty look at insurance lines, policy must-knows, tales of risky insurance business, and more, because — we’re insurance nerds. We can’t help it!

Exploring Careers in Insurance: Insights from ALPS HR Experts

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ALPS In Brief Podcast - Episode 79: Exploring Careers in Insurance: Insights from ALPS HR Experts

Picture of Rio Peterson, Bar and Affinity Partnership Strategist Rio Peterson, Bar and Affinity Partnership Strategist: Feb 29, 2024 11:24:12 AM

In this episode of ALPS In Brief, our Bar Partnership Strategist Rio Peterson sits down with Liesel Brink and Amber Kuhlman from the ALPS HR team to talk about careers in Insurance. Learn about their path into HR and learn about all the exciting...

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Leading with Integrity: A Journey in the Law Firm Insurance Industry

Picture of Robin Kendall Robin Kendall: Jan 31, 2024 7:00:00 AM

In the dynamic and complex landscape of the legal world, where every decision carries significant consequences, having a reliable compass is...

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A lawyer sits on the floor applying for malpractice insurance online

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What You Need to Know Before Applying for Your 1st Malpractice Insurance Policy

Picture of Mark Bassingthwaighte, Risk Manager Mark Bassingthwaighte, Risk Manager: Jan 4, 2024 11:07:48 AM

Here at ALPS, we do try our absolute best to make sure the application process is as seamless and convenient as possible. That said, if you have a...

Solo and Small Firm Resources Insurance for Law Firms How to Start a Law Firm
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New Hampshire Bar Association endorses ALPS Insurance

Picture of Rio Peterson, Bar and Affinity Partnership Strategist Rio Peterson, Bar and Affinity Partnership Strategist: Dec 4, 2023 6:00:00 AM

We are thrilled to announce that as of December 1st, 2023, The New Hampshire Bar Association (NHBA) has named ALPS Insurance as an endorsed provider...

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A lawyer is overwhelmed because they've received a bar grievance

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What Not to Do When the Sh*t Hits the Fan

Picture of Douglas V. Chandler Douglas V. Chandler: Aug 17, 2023 10:00:00 AM

Introduction Since publishing Part I of this series, several new clients contacted us after being shocked and insulted to learn that a disciplinary...

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lawyer having a bad day

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Getting Help With Malpractice Claims And Bar Grievances

Picture of Douglas V. Chandler Douglas V. Chandler: Jul 20, 2023 8:30:00 AM

What Not To Do When the Fan Starts Slinging What Just Hit It: Part I of IV Introduction Over the past several weeks, we have had the privilege of...

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Is Your Legal Malpractice Insurance in a Good Place?

Picture of Mick Heard, Business Development Representative Mick Heard, Business Development Representative: May 17, 2023 10:00:00 AM

Are you approaching the renewal of your malpractice coverage? I wanted to share some valuable information that I have come across in the last few...

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a smart lawyer reads law books in the law library

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Is Your Law Firm Asking the Right Questions?

Picture of Mick Heard, Business Development Representative Mick Heard, Business Development Representative: Mar 2, 2023 8:15:00 AM

I’ve been emailing law firms every quarter for a few years now in an effort to get at the heart of what lawyers need and how ALPS can help them. I...

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How to Make the Right Impression When Applying for Malpractice Insurance

Picture of Mark Bassingthwaighte, Risk Manager Mark Bassingthwaighte, Risk Manager: Feb 8, 2023 8:00:00 AM

Of course, a malpractice insurance underwriter will review everything a law firm submits in its application and obviously a great deal can be learned...

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Can A Lawyer Represent a Family Member?

Picture of John Ries, Claims Attorney John Ries, Claims Attorney: Jan 12, 2023 10:50:17 AM

At some point in every lawyer’s career, a family member will ask for legal advice and the question arises of whether a lawyer can represent a family...

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Ask the Right Questions When Shopping for Malpractice Insurance

Picture of Mark Bassingthwaighte, Risk Manager Mark Bassingthwaighte, Risk Manager: Dec 21, 2022 8:30:00 AM

Every one of us has heard the pitches. “Bigger is better.” “We’ve been in business for over 100 years so we’re the one company you can trust.” “We’ve...

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Insuring the Business Risks of a Law Practice

Picture of Mark Bassingthwaighte, Risk Manager Mark Bassingthwaighte, Risk Manager: Nov 30, 2022 7:45:00 AM

While certain business risks can be unpleasant to think about and others are all too easy to minimize; unexpected things can and do happen, even to...

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I Want to Be a Contract Attorney. Do I Need To Purchase My Own Malpractice Insurance Policy?

Picture of Mark Bassingthwaighte, Risk Manager Mark Bassingthwaighte, Risk Manager: Sep 7, 2022 12:00:00 AM

Get ready for a typical lawyer response, because the answer is maybe. It all depends upon the specifics of the situation. Let’s take a look at three...

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