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How Marathon Training Has Improved My Skills as a Trial Attorney

Preparing to run a marathon has a great deal in common with preparing for trial, says Daniel O'Toole. Here's how putting in the miles has helped the PI attorney manage the stress of work and life.

September 23, 2026 0 0
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The Big Thing Your Small Firm Needs but Can’t Yet Name

Ernie Svenson: I I hired Sarah because I wanted two apps talking. She asked why. By the end of the call, it was clear the connection wasn’t my problem. The process feeding the connection was my problem.

September 22, 2026 0 0
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Tech-Ready Depositions: How to Avoid Preventable Problems in Complex Cases

Your case shouldn’t be undercut by preventable technology failures. Here are seven steps for running tech-ready depositions, from Michael Murray and Stacey DiGerardo.

September 21, 2026 0 0
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Lawyers Don’t Need More AI Tools, They Need Better Workflow Decisions

The next phase of legal innovation, says Ivy Grey, should focus on building AI-enabled workflows attorneys will actually use, with accountability baked in. A few best practices.

September 18, 2026 0 0
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How to Explain a Thing

Complex topic? Even if you think your audience understands the Thing you need to explain, it’s good to include some basics. This outline from Teddy Snyder works for legal documents, text and speeches.

September 17, 2026 1 0
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The Motherhood Penalty, the Daddy Track, and What the Legal Profession Gets Wrong About Parents

Jamie Spannhake | We already knew about the motherhood penalty for lawyers, but what about the daddy track? The ABA's parenthood study offers a roadmap for fixing a faulty structure (and it's not just about childcare). Listen up, law firm leaders!

Originally published September 16, 2026
Last updated September 17, 2026
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Clients Don’t Care About Your Law Firm Org Chart

Dave Slovin | Clients experience one firm, and no matter how your business operates behind the scenes, they shouldn’t feel the gaps or seams.

September 15, 2026 0 0
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This Is How You Build a Book of Business

Jay Harrington | Building a practice is a serious job. Start early, get narrow, experiment, refine, repeat.

September 14, 2026 0 2
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Three Quick Excel Tips for Legal Professionals

Tech Tips: Ben Schorr has three quick, practical Excel tips to clean up legal data and get answers faster—without complicated macros or scary formulas.

September 11, 2026 5 0
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How to Give Good Feedback Without Feeling Like a Bosshole

Feedback is the fastest, least expensive way to change behavior quickly in the workplace. Here's how to do it.

September 10, 2026 0 2
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