Jay Harrington says if you want more business, build a narrowly-focused practice.
Originally published January 13, 2020Julie Savarino points to three new ways diversity can be measurably improved in law firms and legal departments.
Originally published January 9, 2020Sarah Schaaf leads off this Silicon Valley Legal Tech Roundup, asking her fellow members for thoughts on the state of legal tech at the start of 2020. What's should we expect?
Originally published January 7, 2020Do You Think I Should Go to Law School? Some law school advice to consider. It has happened to all of us. It is flattering but also a little scary, frankly. Someone you know (or the child, brother, wife, friend of someone you know) announces they are interested in going to law school and asks […]
Originally published January 6, 2020You really want a new job. One big reason: Your current firm engages in questionable ethics practices and, thanks to that, you are facing a state bar investigation. How do you get out while the investigation is pending?
January 6, 2020 0 0Which topics captured readers' attention in 2019? To kick off the new year, a look back at the most popular practice tips.
January 2, 2020 0 1What to do when your job feels like a burden. A road map to a healthier, happier year.
Originally published December 26, 2019In the throes of the end-of-year rush at work and joyous chaos of the holiday season, it is especially important to maintain our physical and mental stamina. Try these tips from Jamie Spannake for improving and maintaining the energy you need.
December 20, 2019 0 0What tech trends will catch on with small law firms next year? What should you automate next? Heidi Alexander, Sheila Blackford, Jim Calloway, Jared Correia, Natalie Kelly, Sharon Nelson and John Simek, Nerino Petro and Reid Trautz weigh in.
Originally published December 19, 2019You’ve spent the whole conference trying to get close to that potential business source, and you’re finally going to sit together at a banquet table. Or maybe a meal at a fancy restaurant is part of the interview process at the new firm you’re trying to join. Are you attending a formal-dress event thrown by your firm? Don’t blow it when you finally get to lunch or dinner. Proper table etiquette is part of good manners and can enhance or detract from your professional image.
Originally published December 18, 2019