Attorney Client Relations

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The Multilingual Lawyer’s Advantage: How to Tap Into the Immigrant Legal Services Market

Navigating the legal system in a second language terrifies people, says Oklahoma attorney Jimmy Lai. A shared language sets your law firm apart. Here are his tips for attracting and keeping immigrant clients.

Jimmy Lai - May 13, 2026
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Law Firm Valuation: If You’re Not Tracking Your Data, You’re Already Behind

MSOs can predict a law firm's anticipated revenue (and potential value) with a level of precision most firms can't match. Brooke Lively explains the shift toward data-driven firm valuation and why it deserves every law firm owner's attention.

Brooke Lively - April 29, 2026
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Calming Down an Angry Client

We like to believe that if we do everything well, our clients will always love us. It's just not true. Here are 10 steps to soothe an angry client.

Merrilyn Astin Tarlton - April 28, 2026
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Beyond AI Policy: What to Tell Your Clients After Heppner

Eric Magnuson | A written prohibition on the use of consumer AI tools is a sticky note on an unlocked door. It does not prevent entry. Contracts, technical controls, training and enforcement must reinforce the policy.

Eric Magnuson - April 24, 2026
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Communicating Across the Digital Divide: Best Practices for 2026

Recently I offered suggestions — aimed at Gen Xers and Baby Boomers — for improving communication with millennials. Here is the promised corollary version: Guidelines to help millennials communicate with Gen Xers and Baby ...

Linda Hazelton - April 20, 2026
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They Had Relations: Five Tips for Better Client Communications

Do your clients know, like and trust you? If you’re wavering on the answer, Jared Correia has some suggestions for you respecting your client communications. Busy? Listen on Attorney at Work Today.

Jared Correia - April 19, 2026
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How to Improve Attorney Client Communication During Difficult Conversations

Avoiding difficult client conversations won't make legal or billing issues disappear. Discover how to combine emotional intelligence with 2026 legal tech to improve attorney client communication, manage the AI value divide, and build lasting trust.

Linda Hazelton - April 7, 2026
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Overcoming Client Inertia: The Real Reason You Aren’t Closing New Business

Even the most motivated clients find it hard to switch law firms. In fact, the biggest obstacle to new business is inertia. Sally Schmidt suggests a few ways to get your prospects off the dime.

Sally J. Schmidt - March 17, 2026
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TMI: How Your Client’s Need for Likes Is Hurting Their Case

Early guidance on social media evidence risks can help your clients avoid costly mistakes that may affect their case. Here’s a refresher on how to counsel your clients, from attorney Laura Nicholson.

Laura Nicholson - February 24, 2026
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Running a Bilingual Law Practice: The Practical Realities

Nicolas Echevarria | When I started my practice, I was the only bilingual person. That meant I wasn’t just the lawyer. I was intake, translation, client reassurance, and problem-solving. At first is seemed manageable. Even noble. But it became ...

Nicolas Echevarria - February 11, 2026
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