Practice Points with Mark Scruggs: It’s a New Year; Fire a Client!
Five reasons why you should review your client files this New Year and fire at least one client. Read More +
Practice Points with Mark Scruggs: The Intake Interview - One Path to a Satisfied Client (And Lawyer)
A solid intake interview will go a long way to making sure the cases you choose to work on are fulfilling for you and your clients. Read More +
Practice Points with Mark Scruggs: The Trustee’s Duty of Neutrality
Do you ever serve as trustee of a client’s trust? Read More +
Practice Points with Mark Scruggs: What Should I Tell My Client about Social Media?
Social media, clients and ethics Read More +
The Lawyer Who Was Totally Unfiltered
There was once a lawyer who had a habit of starting sentences with, “I hope this doesn’t offend you, but ….” Read More +
From Barrister to Barista: A Lawyer’s Journey
The secret to a happier and more successful Law Life is as simple as a cup of coffee. Read More +
Practice Points with Mark Scruggs: Conflicts and Confidentiality – the Bane of an Estates Lawyer
Practice Points with Mark Scruggs - Conflicts and Confidentiality Read More +
Section 230: How a 24-Year-Old Media Law Safeguards Your Client’s Website
Revisiting Section 230 Read More +
How Prospective Client Consultations Could Impact You — ABA Formal Opinion 492 Explained
Formal Opinion 492 - Read More +
The Lawyer Who Heard a Strange Whisper
Once there was a lawyer who woke in the middle of the night to a strange whisper. Read More +
Attorney-Client Agreements Toolkit - Infographic
A snapshot of the 3 types of agreement forms you need to protect your practice. Read More +
How I Got Hooked by a Fishy Client
The fish story of a client who got caught cheating and tried to get off the hook. Read More +
The Passionate Plaintiff With an Upset Stomach
A story of someone with a passionate dislike for his neighbors and how they don't necessarily make a good client. Read More +
Assessing the Legal Capacity of Our Clients
Tips for discerning diminished capacity when it is not immediately evident. Read More +
That Christmas When Santa Became an Adverse Party
The tale of a naughty client who sued Santa Claus. Read More +
