risk-management-resources
Effective March 1, 2026:  Why All Lawyers Who Prepare Deeds and Transfer Property Need to Pay Attention to FinCEN’s New Residential Real Estate Reporting RuleÂ
FinCEN’s new Residential Real Estate Reporting Rule goes into effect March 1, 2026, and creates federal reporting obligations that extend beyond traditional real estate closings. If you: this rule may apply to you. The transfer of residential real property itself — not the practice area — is what triggers the reporting requirement. What Transactions Are Covered? A…
Read MorePut into Practice, February 2026
The latest Innovation Center for Practice Management is here! Discover how to enhance client interactions through technology, navigate the challenges of NC’s e-filing system, and regain control of digital clutter.
Read MorePut into Practice, January 2026
Read the latest from the LM Innovation Center for Practice Management, featuring risk management articles on client service, retirement, North Carolina’s Odyssey platform, Paralegal Pointers, LM news, and more.
Read MorePut into Practice, December 2025
Read the newest from the LM Innovation Center for Practice Management. Embrace the holiday spirit, explore AI’s role in law, get the latest from our Paralegal Pointer, and more!
Read MoreNew Scam Targeting Law Firm Bank Accounts
Lawyers Mutual has recently seen multiple reports involving a sophisticated fraud in which fraudsters pose as representatives from a law firm’s bank. The caller appears credible, they know the firm’s name, account details, and use urgent language to gain trust. Then they convince the lawyer or staff member to provide online banking credentials or one-time…
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