Practice of Law
Lawyer Well-Being in a Pandemic
Around one in three lawyers started drinking more over the past 18 months, according to new data. Thirty-four (34) percent of female lawyers and 29 percent of the male lawyers reporte… Read More
Practice of Law
Education & Careers
ABA Report on Post-Pandemic Best Practices
Lawyers are feeling so overwhelmed these days that many are working part-time, and a significant number are thinking of leaving the profession altogether. Most of the rest are highly … Read More
Business of Law
AI Tool for Writing Briefs
A new tech tool that cranks out powerfully compelling case briefs is the latest example of how AI is helping lawyers succeed. Clearbrief – an AI-powered legal writing tool – was d… Read More
Business of Law
6 Easy Ways to Create a Winning Website
If you want a more powerful website, make sure your office location, phone number and email are displayed prominently on your homepage. Also: include a Call to Action inviting visitors to e… Read More
Business of Law
How to Ethically Respond to a Negative Online Review
If a disgruntled client posts a negative review of you online, how are you ethically permitted to respond? That question is currently being considered by the NC State Bar Ethics Commi… Read More
Business of Law
2 Key Questions for Law Firm Startups in 2021
How big do I want my practice to be, and do I have a business plan to get me there? Those are two essential questions if you’re thinking of starting your own firm. “At some poi… Read More
