Why the Use of an Engagement Letter Should Never Be Considered Optional
Engagement letters seem to be one of those documents most lawyers intellectually appreciate the...
Solo and Small Firm Resources
Yes, you! Everything you want to know about setting up your small firm for success, managing the billable hour (along with everything else!), customizable resources, and how-tos so you can fill in the blanks without missing a beat.
How to Avoid Common Co-Counsel Relationship Missteps
Co-counsel relationships are sometimes formed “on the fly,” meaning no thorough discussion as to...
How to Avoid Common Conflict of Interest Traps
Particularly in the solo and small firm setting, conflict missteps are often not a “whoops, we...
Why It’s Important to Document Scope of Representation
I know lawyers get tired of hearing it and risk folk like me get tired of always having to say it;...
What Non-Engagement Letters Really Do
Over the years I have found a real disparity among attorneys as to their willingness to write ...
8 Safeguards to Ensure You Can Trust Your Law Firm Employees
I continue to be surprised at the number of times I learn that a law firm turned over complete...
Solo Attorneys: Don't Wait to Figure Out Your Succession Plan
The two most common excuses I’ve heard over the years for not having a succession plan in place are...
7 Ways To Stay Out of Trust Account Trouble
Trust account problems remain one of the top reasons attorneys are disciplined here in the US. And...
When Sharing Office Space, Make Sure You Have Your Ducks in a Row
I once came across a comment on a blog post about attorneys sharing office space that stated...
Why First Impressions Matter
Like you, I’ve been a consumer for years and the older I get the more I’ve come to recognize the...
Why It’s Important To Be Able To Say "No"
Some people seem to struggle when it comes to saying no. Perhaps they view it as requiring them to...
Joint Representation Conflict Waivers – Why You Can't Have It Both Ways
An estate planning firm asked me to review several sample Consent to Joint Representation forms...
