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eSignatures Support Lower Overhead Costs and Better Client Service

Signatures are critical in the daily work of a legal practice. The basic law of contracts is that a contract is binding if the parties agree to its terms. Signatures indicate that two or more parties have agreed on a particular matter. Signatures do not, however, need to involve ink on paper. In fact, there are many benefits to avoiding the physical signing process.

11 minute read February 24, 2011 at 05:07 PM
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Andrew Flusche
eSignatures Support Lower Overhead Costs and Better Client Service

When potential clients come to me regarding a case, I let them know immediately that I do not operate a conventional law practice. I don't invest in expensive office space, elegant furnishings or any unnecessary elements that might raise my overhead and, by extension, my rates.

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