Lateral Partners Don’t Fail for Lack of Talent, They Fail for Lack of Trust
James Barclay: Most laterals don’t fail for lack of technical skill. They fail because the firm fails to build trust or awareness around what the new partner, and colleagues won’t introduce them ...
January 27, 2026 0 0The Attorney’s Valentine: Why Professional Stationery Makes the Perfect Gift
The best attorney’s valentine gift is all analog. How do I say I love thee? Let me enumerate the potentialities. I could send you flowers, like it’s 1873. I could take you to dinner, ...
January 21, 2026 0 0Loom for Lawyers: Why You Should Be Creating Shareable Videos
Ernie Svenson: Most lawyers rely too heavily on Zoom calls. Screen shares. Meetings about issues that could be handled in minutes without scheduling friction. That’s where Loom comes in.
January 26, 2026 0 0Compassionate Professionalism: Learning to Embrace Our Shared Humanity
Don Blackwell makes the case for moving beyond mere "civility" and committing to compassionate professionalism among colleagues, clients and opponents.
January 15, 2026 0 0Tech Tips
Top 8 Tech Tools for Solo and Small Firm Lawyers to End the Chaos
Most lawyers don’t need more tech — they need the right tech that actually makes their lives easier instead of adding to the chaos. Here are Ernie Svenson's picks for tools that are worth your time
December 17, 2025 0 0Analog Attorney
2025 Analog Gift Guide: Amazing Gifts for the Analog Lawyer In Your Life
Scroll down for a list of Analog Attorney approved gifts that will have your retro-tech friends thanking you for such a remarkably thoughtful present. Probably with a handwritten card in perfect ...
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