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Diana C. Manning, Benjamin J. DiLorenzo
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Kyle A. Valente
It is not uncommon for practitioners and law firms to employ the services of temporary (or contract) attorneys as the need may arise in contemporary practice. This article discusses the ethical obligations and associated risks that flow from engaging the services of a temporary attorney.
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Liz Lindley
If legal marketing professionals are looking for the absolutely clear and consistent rules about attorney advertising that every firm can or should follow, know that the search is futile because the states not only modified the rules but called them by other names including codes, guidelines, standards, oaths, principles, pillars or tenets.
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Mimi Lamarre
A new American Bar Association ethics opinion touches on what has been a risky business area for Big Law in the emergence of generative AI: billing and fees related to AI-supported legal work.
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ssalkin
The LJN Quarterly Update highlights some of the articles from the nine LJN Newsletters titles over the quarter. Articles include in-depth analysis and insights from lawyers and other practice area experts.
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Peter Oliva
Utilizing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in a law firm is crucial for evaluating performance, profitability, client satisfaction, and overall success. Understanding which attorneys are the most profitable, which matters are the most lucrative, and the cost of acquiring new clients is crucial for making informed business decisions.
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Michael Ferachi
In the ever-evolving legal landscape, mid-size law firms find themselves at a critical juncture. Seismic shifts, accelerated by the pandemic, have reshaped the very fabric of our industry. Now, more than ever, agility, innovation, and a steadfast commitment to meeting client needs are not just desirable traits, but essential for business survival.
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Jody Glidden
Maintaining consistent communication with clients can be time-consuming for most law firm professionals. Balancing this task with other competing responsibilities becomes challenging when case management, administrative duties, and strategic planning also demand the lawyer's attention. The time has never been better for firms to start introducing technology, like AI, to improve their overall business.
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Sharon Meit Abrahams
State law bar associations mandate Continuing Legal Education (CLE) for attorneys to ensure that legal professionals remain informed of the evolving laws and to maintain a high standard of professional competence. Unfortunately, "how to be successful" is not taught in law school nor approved as a CLE topic.
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Dan Roe
Results from American Lawyer's Diversity Scorecard
The pace of growth slowed for representation of diverse attorneys in 2023, but every underrepresented group still made gains.
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Deborah B. Farone
Adequate investment, especially for marketing technology, enables departments to function effectively. Unfortunately, this funding is often insufficient. Technology without support is like installing a lightbulb in a home that has no electricity.
