Professionalism

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Why Travel Makes You a Better Lawyer

Teddy Snyder | Travel exercises the part of the brain that lets you appreciate the differences among us.

Theda C. Snyder - December 16, 2020
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Listen to Your Grandma: Steer Clear of Politics at Work

Megan Zavieh | While we have the right to speak our minds, consider the ethics and good business sense of doing it from a professional platform.

Megan Zavieh - November 24, 2020
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Blogging, Posting and Ethics — Oh, My!

Will Hornsby | As quick-read, no-cost attorney blogs and social media posts have emerged to replace bar magazine articles and law review notes, we must keep in mind the limits imposed by our rules of professional conduct.

William Hornsby - November 19, 2020
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Five (More) Things to Consider When Drafting Fee Agreements, Pt. 2

Megan Zavieh | Part 2 of this series on fee agreements addresses why to include terms of termination, liens on recovery, dispute resolution, client obligations, and potential changes in the law.

Megan Zavieh - October 26, 2020
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Everything a Lawyer Needs to Know When Drafting Fee Agreements, Pt. 1

Megan Zavieh | This two-part article addresses nine issues every lawyer should consider when drafting fee agreements for clients.

Megan Zavieh - September 28, 2020
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Attorney Advertising: The Errors of Your Omissions

Will Hornsby | The state rules that govern advertising are changing rapidly, but one thing that is not changing is the cornerstone prohibition against false or misleading advertisements.

William Hornsby - September 16, 2020
How Acknowledging Microcultural Differences Can Make You a Better Lawyer

Megan Zavieh | Acknowledging microcultural differences can mean better communications with clients, better outcomes and fewer bar complaints.

Megan Zavieh - September 1, 2020
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Surviving a Bar Investigation During the COVID-19 Crisis

Megan Zavieh | If you're under state bar investigation, don't rush through it. Ask for reasonable extensions and prepare yourself for new and changing COVID-19 processes.

Megan Zavieh - July 21, 2020
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Shiny New Social Media Syndrome for Lawyers

For lawyers, “shiny object syndrome” often becomes “shiny new social media platform syndrome.” Advice from Megan Zavieh on keeping ethics in mind from the moment you sign up.

Megan Zavieh - June 1, 2020
Ethics of Virtual Consultations
Ethics of Virtual Consultations

The COVID-19 shutdown has sent many a lawyer to the world of virtual consultations. If this gives you anxiety, read Megan Zavieh's tips to stay compliant with the rules.

Megan Zavieh - April 22, 2020
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