Practice of Law
Do you consider yourself a good crisis manager? Want to become a better one? Start by honing your communication skills. When the sky is falling, the ability to articulate a path to safety i… Read More
Practice of Law
An attorney representing the buyer in a residential real estate closing cannot charge a separately represented seller for services that primarily benefit the buyer unless certain conditions … Read More
Risk Management
For attorneys in private practice, managing their Client Trust Account is, by and large, a thankless task. It’s also a critical one. All attorneys who maintain a Client Trust Account… Read More
Business of Law
In this age of virtual communication and digital media, don’t overlook the value of old-fashioned law firm letterhead. Letterhead that is unique, professional and consistent with your… Read More
Education & Careers
If you consider yourself an entrepreneur – or if you represent startups and entrepreneurial ventures – you’ve come to the right place. This post will recommend a beach-bag… Read More
Practice of Law
Why settle for being a good lawyer when – with a little extra effort – you can become a top lawyer? Top lawyers don’t just represent clients. They get to know their client… Read More
Practice of Law
The next time a client says “Thank you” for doing a good job, think twice before reflexively replying, “You’re welcome.” Consider saying “My pleasure&rdq… Read More
Wire fraud was a problem prior to Covid-19; however, with the increase in remote work spurred by the pandemic, wire fraud has increased. Cyber-attacks have occurred in every sector of life and attorneys are not immune. In fact, real estate attorneys are a prime target for cyber criminals.
In 2021, Congress enacted the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) of 2019 as part of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021.