Law Practice Management

  LegalZoom has been sued in California for the unauthorized practice of law by preparing and filing trademark applications. The lawsuit was filed by a California patent attorney who says he wants to create an “equal playing field.” The complaint names as defendants LegalZoom, its co-founders… Read More +

The judicial system has been completely disrupted by the pandemic, and one judge in Louisiana has adapted by going virtual in a big way. Judge Scott U. Schlegel, who presides in the 24th Judicial District in Gretna LA, has launched the website www.onlinejudge.us. Its tagline says: “Introducing a new wa… Read More +

A poodle in Seattle named Lucy was honored as a Lawyer of Distinction in the field of personal injury law after applying for the award and paying a membership fee. When she applied for the honor in 2017, Lucy claimed to hold a “Juris Dogtor” degree and belong to the King County Bark Association. … 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 +

Just as you would not design a fire evacuation plan without knowing what the building looks like and where the offices and people are, we need to first know what data we have and where data might be found. Read More +

Revisiting Section 230 Read More +

As we head into summer, why not take a moment to assess your law firm’s policies, procedures and best practices to ensure your law firm operations are on solid footing. Read More +

Running a virtual law office – if only partially and temporarily – has become the new normal for most law practices. And for some firms, especially those who have employees with young children, the change will be permanent. This will require a paradigm shift. Firms will have to change their conce… Read More +

Online scammers are deploying elaborate email phishing schemes to exploit COVID-19 fears and confusion. Some of the bogus emails have subject lines referring to COVID-19 testing, treatment or transmission. Some refer to stimulus checks or Paycheck Protection Program money. Others impersonate legitimate healt… Read More +

The COVID-19 pandemic is changing the way we do business. If your practice was already prepared for remote work, or if you had to figure it out on the fly, here are some tips for making sure you are practicing safely in this strange, new world. Read More +

Suffice it to say, it is rather uneasy to think about circumstances that could render an attorney unable to practice law.  Whether from an accident, disability, illness, or untimely death, attorneys must be prepared.  Read More +

Microsoft ends extended support for Windows 7 on January 14, 2020. Are you ready? Read More +

Information regarding the new trust account amendments to the Rules of Professional Conduct. Read More +

A look at how contracting with internet law firms can cause issues for NC attorneys. Read More +

Information for improving your email security. Read More +