Law Practice Management

The legal profession is filled with complex rules and law students spend three years learning to analyze legal problems and find solutions for their client. As I learned during my internship that one of the most common claims filed against lawyers is a missing a statute of limitations – well, it intrigued me. I wondered what could be so hard about not missing a deadline. I quickly learned the difference between classroom learning and the actual practice of law. While working with Lawyers Mutual’s claims attorneys, I discovered multiple real-life situations that make dealing with a statute of limitations issue a more complex matter. This practical legal experience provided several key takeaways professionals should understand to avoid a malpractice claim.   Read More +

Attorney Alan Barnes was at the top of his game. He was 58 and had spent years building a thriving practice. His work included trusts and estates, general business, and real estate matters. In a moment, everything stopped when Alan suffered a massive stroke. For several days, he remained unconscious and c… Read More +

Sometimes you have to be away from the office for an extended time because of a health issue, personal matter or unexpected crisis. Other times you need some time off for mental health reasons. Either way, it helps to have an Extended Leave Policy in your law office. “Clients and staff need to understan… Read More +

First the bad news: blown statutes of limitation and other critical deadlines are the leading cause of malpractice claims. The good news: with a little effort and the right systems, you can dramatically reduce the risk in your law office. “Missed deadlines remain the number one source of claims at Lawye… Read More +

Missed deadlines were the leading cause of malpractice claims in 2021. Many claims involved blown statutes of limitation. Others involved missed discovery deadlines and lapsed summonses. That’s according to 2021 claims statistics from Lawyers Mutual. “In 2021, litigation errors constituted one-… Read More +

In 2021, litigation errors constituted one-third of all the claims reported to Lawyers Mutual. Plaintiff’s Personal Injury, under the litigation umbrella, constituted the single practice area with the most reported claims. Missed deadlines breed the most errors. The lack of a good calendari… Read More +

  Here’s a risk management tip: if your law firm is compared to the film “Weekend at Bernie’s,” it’s not a compliment.  Yet that’s what happened in bankruptcy litigation involving the now-defunct LeClairRyan law firm, formerly based in Virginia. “The Chapte… Read More +

  A lawyer licensed in New Jersey but practicing remotely from his home in Florida is not committing the unlicensed practice of law. That’s according to a May 20 advisory ethics opinion issued by the Florida Supreme Court. The attorney had requested the advisory ruling. He wanted to know if he cou… Read More +

A review of engagement agreements. Read More +

When you hear the phrase “electronic document review,” you might get a headache thinking of all the stress and expense that’s involved. But document review doesn’t have to be a nightmare, nor does it need to be terribly expensive. By refining your search terms, streamlining your revi… Read More +

Being thankful and looking back on a law career. Read More +

Tips for creating a plan for cybersecurity. Read More +

As we enter October, consider a goal of taking a little time each week to think about cybersecurity.  Read More +

The secret to a happier and more successful Law Life is as simple as a cup of coffee. Read More +

  LegalZoom has been sued in California for the unauthorized practice of law by preparing and filing trademark applications. The lawsuit was filed by a California patent attorney who says he wants to create an “equal playing field.” The complaint names as defendants LegalZoom, its co-founders… Read More +