Daily Dispatch

You can put your firm’s name and logo on an impressive number of things — pens, mugs, magnets and toys are just the tip of the swag iceberg. I was a bit overwhelmed by all the options.

Zola Suite practice management founder and chief architect Fred Cohen talks productivity, and building a better mousetrap. Technology enthusiast Fred J. Cohen took a detour from tech opportunities to study the law and then practice for a few ...

Many lawyers are uncomfortable working in their firm's trade show booth. Make your time on the expo floor less stressful with this checklist.

How do you use words with the suffix “–nym” (nym words) in your legal writing? Some are common, but many of the 46-word suffixes are not. The suffix “-nym” derives from the Greek word for name or word. Understanding the word origin can help in ...

Stop! Put down that maple-drizzled oat-pecan scone and back away, slowly. Now think: Are those 440 empty calories worth of sugar, fat and carbs truly the best way for a lawyer to refuel in the afternoon? While you chew on that, consider what Jen ...

Lawyers often pursue new clients at the expense of servicing and marketing to existing clients. This is a mistake. It’s also a mistake to pursue new referral sources at the expense of your existing referral network. Your existing network should ...

Talk of New Year's resolutions has inspired me to think about lawyer stereotypes and what we should be doing to combat them.

You’re at a conference with the senior partner you want to impress. You’re meeting in the hotel bar, a swanky old-school joint. Lots of wood and brass. You’re both just supposed to go over the day’s work, then look at tomorrow’s breakout ...

Mark Homer says that without a good sales process, you're probably wasting money on marketing. Here are five of the most meaningful changes your firm can make to improve intake and sign on more clients.

Happy National Grammar Day! Here are some exercises from Susan Kostal that will strengthen your writing and editing skills.