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Walking In Your Client’s Shoes: How Client Empathy Makes You a Better Lawyer

Sally Schmidt | The service you provide is every bit as important as the services you provide.

Sally J. Schmidt - February 6, 2026
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Why Small Law Firms Need Flex Talent

Jay Harrington | More law firms are starting to see flex talent for what it is: not just a relief valve, but a strategic tool for growth. Here's how small and boutique firms are using it.

Jay Harrington - February 4, 2026
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10 Essential Law Firm Marketing Trends and Predictions for 2026

Fresh year, fresh start! Annette Choti's guide to the most significant law firm marketing trends 2026 has in store.

Annette Choti - February 3, 2026
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Flex Your Creative Writing Muscle: Submit a Poem for the National Grammar Day Poetry Contest

Is there a creative bone in your lawyer body? Teddy Snyder has details on the National Grammar Day Poetry Contest. The submission window opens February 15 for 13 days.

Theda C. Snyder - February 2, 2026
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Want to Get Paid Faster? 5 Ways to Fix Law Firm Invoicing

Delays in your invoicing process can have a big impact on your cash flow. Here are five tips from law firm process pros Karen and David Skinner to help you fix invoicing problems.

David and Karen Skinner - January 27, 2026
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Loom 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.

Ernest Svenson - January 26, 2026
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Chronic Responsibility and Lawyer Burnout: Managing the Stress of Always Being the Responsible One

Being "the responsible one" is often a source of pride for lawyers, says Jamie Spannhake. But constant responsibility can cause chronic stress. Thankfully, there are ways to deal with the health effects beyond "do yoga better."

Jamie Spannhake - January 23, 2026
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Get Smarter: Read or Listen to a Book

What's adultery got to do with it? With apologies to Tina Turner, Get to the Point makes the case for reading more books.

Theda C. Snyder - January 22, 2026
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The 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, because watching me chew steak is your favorite show. ...

Bull Garlington - January 21, 2026
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Business, Ego, and Grit: Law Firm Growth Strategies From John Morgan’s Playbook

Be That Lawyer with Steve Fretzin: Learn essential law firm growth strategies from John Morgan. Discover why self-awareness, firing fast, and generosity are the keys to scaling a massive practice.

Steve Fretzin - January 15, 2026
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