On December 7, 1970, my mom woke my brother and me up to tell us that our dad had been hit by a car and killed the night before. They had been out to dinner, and, when my dad stepped out of the car and into the street, a drunk driver hit him. I was 7 years old when this happened. Read More +
Paralegals play a crucial role in law firms, especially solo and small firm practices, serving as the backbone that supports attorneys in managing heavy caseloads and maintaining smooth operations. Far beyond administrative tasks, paralegals are skilled professionals who conduct detailed legal research, draft essential documents, and organize case files, contributions that not only streamline workflow but also save firms significant time and resources. Read More +
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 trial and appellate attorney whose practice focuses on civil litigation and appellate work. She represents people and their… Read More +
Lawyers Mutual congratulates Clifton T. Barrett, Harry B. Crow, Jr., and Robert Wolf for receiving the John M. McMillan Distinguished Service Award. The award honors current and retired members of the North Carolina State Bar who have shown exemplary service to the profession. Mr. Wolf has been in private prac… Read More +
A quick glimpse at the steps to take for e-discovery in your litigation case. Read More +
A quick tip sheet highlighting password best practices to help secure your data. Read More +
While it can seem overwhelming when you do it right starting your own firm can give you flexibility, financial independence, and a thriving career. Following the path of an attorney who achieved her goal of setting up her own successful practice, this book walks you through every step of starting a law firm -- the right way, and without breaking the bank. Includes sample forms, checklists, and a business plan. Read More +
This book is an objective guide for the third-year law student and the new associate to be successful. By knowing in advance the challenges that you will face heading into your first year of practice, you can ease the transition from law school to the practice of law and be on a path to success. Read More +
Lawyers Mutual has published previous alerts regarding the new filing requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) that went into effect January 1, 2024. After reviewing additional resources, we want to emphasize concerns that we have about the risks and increased potential liability for lawyers undertaking the reporting requirements. This is especially true for the continuing reporting requirements after entity formation and initial reporting. Read More +
The North Carolina Administrative Office of the Courts (NCAOC) recently announced additional go-live plans for counties transitioning from paper files to Enterprise Justice (Odyssey), which currently serves Harnett, Johnston, Lee, Mecklenburg and Wake counties. Twelve northeastern counties comprising Track 3, as previously announced, will go live on February 5, and 10 counties comprising Track 4 (Alamance, Chatham, Durham, Franklin, Granville, Guilford, Orange, Person, Vance and Warren) will go live on April 29. Read More +
As you know, Western North Carolina suffered horrific damage from Hurricane Helene. During this difficult time, the safety and well-being of our insureds are our top priority. Just know we at Lawyers Mutual NC share in your sense of loss and sorrow. Read More +
Practicing Law From 5,000 Miles Away: An Interview with Attorney Jeff Austin, by Will Graebe; Unlocking OneNote's Hidden Potential: 20 Productivity Tips You've Likely Overlooked, by Erik Mazzone; North Carolina News Roundup, LM News; and more! Read More +
Claims counsel Troy Crawford describes steps you can take to avoid wire fraud and what you can do if you become a victim. Read More +
NC State Bar Trust Account Compliance Counsel Peter Bolac discusses frauds and scams that target attorney trust accounts. Read More +
Lawyers Mutual has published previous alerts regarding the new filing requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) that went into effect January 1, 2024. After reviewing additional resources, we want to emphasize concerns that we have about the risks and increased potential liability for lawyers undertaking the reporting requirements. This is especially true for the continuing reporting requirements after entity formation and initial reporting.
The North Carolina Administrative Office of the Courts (NCAOC) recently announced additional go-live plans for counties transitioning from paper files to Enterprise Justice (Odyssey), which currently serves Harnett, Johnston, Lee, Mecklenburg and Wake counties. Twelve northeastern counties comprising Track 3, as previously announced, will go live on February 5, and 10 counties comprising Track 4 (Alamance, Chatham, Durham, Franklin, Granville, Guilford, Orange, Person, Vance and Warren) will go live on April 29.