“Never let a good crisis go to waste.” For a mighty boost to your Law Life, add the above words to your firm’s mission statement. The precise origin of the quote is unclear. It has been attributed to Winston Churchill, Homer Simpson, and Chicago Cubs president Jed Hoyer. One undeniable … Read More +
When it comes to Equitable Distribution, Complaint, Counterclaim, or Motion – It's Your Choice A few months ago, I received a call from an insured asking for help. She represented a party in a domestic case. She decided to file a motion in the cause for equitable distribution for several reasons instead … Read More +
Raise your hand if you don’t know much about blockchain or how it can affect your practice. Okay, hands down. Now raise your hand if you’d like to learn the basics of blockchain so that you’re not totally clueless. Great! Just keep reading. Blockchain, which started out as a digital … Read More +
If your eyes are growing itchy and tired during the workday, you might be experiencing screen exhaustion. If you’re also having headaches, neck pain and difficulty sleeping, it’s likely that you’re suffering from this malady. And if the mere sight of your laptop causes stress, y… 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 +
The Supreme Court of North Carolina has adopted amendments to the North Carolina Rules of Appellate Procedure. Read More +
Temporary Emergency Video Notarization Law Expires March 1, 2021 Read More +
Finding Your Law Power in a Pandemic, Understanding the LM Financial Fraud Exclusionary Endorsement, Practice Points with Mark Scruggs, Should You Consider Buying a Law Firm? and more! Read More +
Pratice Points with Marg Scruggs, Real Estate Risk Management, Cyber Insurance and Jay Reeve's article, The Dog in the File Cabinet. Also included, Recommended Resources and the Highlighted Practice Guide of the month, Disaster Planning and Recovery. 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 +
The Supreme Court of North Carolina has adopted amendments to the North Carolina Rules of Appellate Procedure.
Temporary Emergency Video Notarization Law Expires March 1, 2021