Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility

Are Solicitations the Upside Down of Advertisements in EthicsWorld?

Will Hornsby examines the blurred lines between the ethics rules governing lawyer “advertisements” and “solicitations.”

William Hornsby - November 19, 2019
Think Legal Ethics Rules Hold You Back? 5 Ways to Test Your Ideas

Megan Zavieh says there's a misperception that ethics rules are what hold lawyers back from innovation. Don't dismiss your idea without giving it the analysis it deserves.

Megan Zavieh - October 30, 2019
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Can I Say That? The Importance of Avoiding False or Misleading Advertisements

Let's unpack ABA Model Rule 7.1, Communications Concerning a Lawyer's Services.

William Hornsby - September 11, 2019
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Apply the ‘If It’s Not a Hell Yeah, It’s a No’ Mantra

Because we all need to learn to say no more often. Megan Zavieh explains how to apply the mantra to your law practice.

Megan Zavieh - August 28, 2019
On Balance by Megan Zavieh
Overthinking Legal Tech and the Duty of Competence

Maybe lawyers' duty to maintain competence in technology is easier to attain than public discourse would lead us to believe.

Megan Zavieh - July 23, 2019
Lifting the Prohibition on Nonlawyer Ownership: Advantages for Small Firms

Critics say Rule 5.4 limits collaboration between lawyers and allied professionals when making business decisions, which affects the bottom line.

Susan Peters - July 16, 2019
Ethical Considerations in Boosting Your Client Reviews

Ask the Experts at 2Civility.org: Is there an acceptable practice for soliciting reviews without violating the rules of professional conduct? 

Mark C. Palmer - July 16, 2019
On Balance by Megan Zavieh
A Welcome Shift in How State Bars Are Addressing Mental Health

Megan Zavieh says it is encouraging that more states are removing mental health questions from bar applications — but is it enough?

Megan Zavieh - June 18, 2019
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When Is Your Communication an Ad?

When must a law firm’s marketing endeavors comply with the rules of professional conduct?

William Hornsby - May 29, 2019
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Survival Skill No. 3 for Lawyers: Dealing With Emotional Trauma

Empathy is important for lawyers. But you must recognize when you're emotionally compromised by secondary trauma.

Link Christin - April 23, 2019
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