Man’s Best Friend
Growing up, my stories are filled with vibrant characters, but few left as lasting an impression as Barney, our family dog. Barney was legendary. During the day, he roamed the streets, creatin… Read More
Business of Law
No Good Deed Goes Unpunished: The Ethics of Gifts to Litigation Clients
I recently spoke to a lawyer who was representing a client in a litigation matter. The client had fallen on hard times and was having trouble paying basic living expenses. The lawyer had a gen… Read More
Business of Law
Balancing the Equation: Is Partner Compensation a Science or an Art?
When it comes to determining partner compensation, the debate over whether to use a strict formula or take a more subjective approach has been long-standing. On the surface, a formula-driven c… Read More
Tricia Shields Receives John B. McMillan Distinguished Service Award
Lawyers Mutual congratulates Tricia Shields for receiving the prestigious John B. McMillan Distinguished Service Award from the North Carolina State Bar. Tricia is a highly respected tri… Read More
Practice of Law
Saying No
I read recently that Brene Brown, when asked to commit to a future activity, turns her ring in a circle three times to pause and ground herself before answering. This caught my attention. How … Read More
Law Practice Management
The Duty of Technological Competence
Rule 1.1 of the North Carolina Rules of Professional Conduct requires a lawyer to have the “legal knowledge, skill, thoroughness, and preparation” necessary to represent a client i… Read More
