NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

APRIL 24, 2022

Many attorneys will try to rush through the drafting and explanation of a fee agreement. But, there’s so much more that you can do with your engagement agreements, to make them truly engaging (see what I did there), and to set the tone for a more useful attorney-client relationship. Add a Client Communications Clause. We can help!

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Cenza

JANUARY 27, 2023

The practice of outsourcing certain aspects of legal work by law firms, in-house counsels, and individual attorneys existed for decades. It took years to shape into a formal industry and to be christened Alternative Legal Service Providers. billion market today. billion market today. and reach $25.7

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Attorney at Work

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Sooner or later, every lawyer in solo or small firm practice asks themselves whether they should create a law firm website — or how long they can put it off. Maybe you have started by claiming a free Google business profile for your law firm and using social media to connect with potential clients.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

JULY 8, 2020

Legal consumer habits are shifting under the feet of attorneys ; and , law firms, rooted in tradition, are feeling the pressure to reduce prices and overhead, while increasing service. Law firms responding to these pressure points are doing so in a number of ways.

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Attorney at Work

MARCH 10, 2022

Social media opportunities are endless for lawyers. With the right strategy, you can build your brand authority while establishing relationships with potential clients and other legal professionals. Since implementing a successful social media strategy can take some trial and error, here are some basic social media tips for law firms.

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LawSites

JANUARY 23, 2023

Axiom , one of the longest-running alternative legal services providers, today joins the ranks of licensed legal services providers as it opens Axiom Advice & Counsel LLC (AA&C), a law firm in Arizona, where it plans to provide corporate legal services to businesses.

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Attorney at Work

JULY 5, 2022

Over the past few years, many law firms have started cryptocurrency practice groups. But are these law firms accepting crypto as payment? Still, cryptocurrency has risks, so make sure you have a clear understanding of cryptocurrency and how your firm can accept crypto payments. Getting Paid with Cryptocurrency.

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Attorney at Work

DECEMBER 28, 2021

For nearly 30 years, Bob published a newsletter under the banner of “What’s Hot and What’s Not” in the legal profession. When the reports went digital, several of them were featured on Attorney at Work. I lack both the breadth and depth of his knowledge and tend to more narrowly focus here on law firm marketing and its regulation.

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Attorney at Work

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

How can you keep good people from leaving your firm — quietly or otherwise? Here’s how to turn law firm hiring and retention challenges to your advantage. Law firms are no exception. As Lawyers Seek Greener Pastures, Talent Retention Becomes Law Firms’ Top Concern.

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CARET Legal

APRIL 24, 2024

A must-have feature of legal practice management platforms, case management software, centralizes all your case files, communications, billing, and scheduling in one platform — it’s truly like having a command center for your law firm. The benefits of such software are numerous.

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MyCase

APRIL 13, 2021

With markedly increased remote interaction during the pandemic, legal services consumers will expect similar connection to and engagement with law firms in 2021 and beyond. As Chicago criminal defense attorney Kimber A. In addition, communication on-the-go is one of the most in-demand features for law firms.

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Attorney at Work

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Depending on your point of view, there’s either lots new or “not so much” new with law firm ownership. Most lawyers are familiar with Rule 5.4 In a nutshell, it says that lawyers must own law firms. New Developments in Law Firm Ownership. as they relate to nonlawyer ownership of firms.”.

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LawSites

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

In what it described as a case pitting “real lawyers against a robot lawyer,” a federal court in Illinois has dismissed a law firm’s suit against the self-help legal service DoNotPay. “MK claims to advertise its services online, but it does not provide those services online. .”

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Attorney at Work

AUGUST 6, 2021

Lawyers have been working “remotely” for decades — from the courts, in their cars, from suburban outposts, at clients’ offices and, yes, from home. We used to call them mobile lawyers or even e-lawyers. Now we just call them lawyers.) Communication is often one of the biggest challenges for a law firm.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

OCTOBER 13, 2020

There is a subset of DIY legal consumers that want legal information, advice and services -- but, they don’t want to pay a lawyer for those items, because they think that lawyers are too expensive, and because they think that they can do a passable job on their own. then, sell them documents. We can help.

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Attorney at Work

JANUARY 3, 2022

As lawyers, we are in a service industry. However, I suspect most of us did not sign up to be on call to provide legal services 24-7. ” But, while it is descriptively accurate, it’s not professional enough for practicing law. I’m a Lawyer, Not Disneyland. I’m a lawyer, not Disneyland.

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LawSites

APRIL 5, 2023

From appointment reminders to case updates, here are the six types of emails that ensure you’re providing top-notch service to your clients. Email communications are a cornerstone of running a modern law firm. According to the American Bar Association, 41% of law firms use email marketing.

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

JURIST EXCLUSIVE – Law students and lawyers in Afghanistan are filing reports with JURIST on the situation there after the fall of Kabul to the Taliban. In particular, judges, prosecutors, and lawyers were trained in and outside of Afghanistan to better perform and run the judicial system of the country. Private Law Firms.

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LawSites

MAY 30, 2023

In a first for an e-discovery technology company, Chicago-based Nextpoint is launching an Arizona law firm June 1 under that state’s liberalized law practice rules that allow non-lawyers to own law practices. Its lawyers will not appear in court. The firm will officially open its doors on June 1.

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Attorney at Work

MAY 16, 2022

If your marketing strategy is not getting your law firm the search rankings or lead conversions you strive for, it may be time to reevaluate. Here’s how building a thought leadership strategy can help your firm reach its goals. The Benefits of Thought Leadership Marketing for Lawyers. Industry content.

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MyCase

AUGUST 22, 2022

When imagining a successful lawyer, most of us picture the often glamorized biglaw lawyer. But there are several ways to practice law. A boutique law firm’s case management process provides a different experience for lawyers and clients. . How boutique law firms differ from biglaw firms.

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Attorney at Work

JANUARY 13, 2022

Artificial intelligence tools have become prevalent in legal practice, particularly in eDiscovery. That doesn’t mean, however, that law firms and litigation support teams have been quick to embrace them. Despite their benefits, many legal organizations have been hesitant to implement AI tools. AI Hesitation.

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Attorney at Work

JUNE 8, 2022

If you are looking for ways to improve your law firm’s online presence, one strategy is to get more five-star Google reviews. Even if your clients are satisfied with your legal services, it can be challenging to get them actually to leave a review. Visitors to your website are likely looking for legal services or advice.

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Rocket Matter

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Why settle for a one-size-fits-all template when your law firm is anything but generic? For example, most generic templates aren’t optimized for local SEO, a crucial factor for law firms that rely on clientele in their geographic area. The truth is that not all websites are created equal.

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MyCase

JUNE 14, 2022

If you’re not doing the same, you may be missing out on a huge opportunity to bring more business to your law firm. In the context of a law firm, attorney email marketing can be used for a variety of purposes, such as: . Providing updates about your law firm . What is Email Marketing? .

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MyCase

JUNE 14, 2022

If you’re not doing the same, you may be missing out on a huge opportunity to bring more business to your law firm. In the context of a law firm, attorney email marketing can be used for a variety of purposes, such as: . Providing updates about your law firm . What is Email Marketing? .

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Rocket Matter

JANUARY 23, 2024

All the successful law firms you see on TV are full of sharpshooters with the smartest teams, the sleekest offices, and the sharpest suits in town. But wait—is their website still stuck in the dial-up era? Having a law firm website is as much of a no-brainer as owning a law library or sporting that indispensable power suit.

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MyCase

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Reputation has built up the tiniest of law firms and torn down the mightiest legal empires. If you want consistent client leads and conversions (without becoming blacklisted by prospects), focus on your firm’s public image. Why is Law Firm Reputation Management Important? . Attorneys’ names .

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LawSites

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

A Hungarian law firm is partnering with a Los Angeles legal tech company and a legal industry influencer to create an international database of pro bono attorneys willing to represent Ukrainian refugees in need of immigration or asylum aid, and they are looking for more attorneys to sign up.

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MyCase

OCTOBER 20, 2022

In this digital era, a profitable website is a must for any business—a law firm is no exception. In this article, we will: Cover the elements of the best law firm websites . Give actionable tips for creating profitable law firm websites. Why is Having a Good Law Firm Website Important?

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MyCase

MAY 10, 2022

Were you looking for a list of the best websites for lawyers in 2022? Wondering what the best websites for attorneys do right in 2022? Why Should a Law Firm Have a Website? People expect to find information about you and your law firm online. Legal websites are the cornerstone of a good web presence.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

JANUARY 14, 2019

Lawyers have always billed clients the same way: by the hour. While that option is good for law firms (hello: uncapped billings), clients often chafe at the model, because $— x however many hours the lawyer decides to work is a little bit more of an investment than, say, a Netflix subscription. What does that mean?

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Attorney at Work

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

How can an attorney increase their overall collection rate, decrease outstanding accounts receivable and substantially reduce time spent on billing? BNPL can be a game-changer for your firm, and adding it as one of your accepted payment methods is about to get even easier with ClientCredit, a new offering from LawPay. About LawPay.

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Attorney at Work

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Virtual law firm status has worked out so well for some firms, they’re making the switch permanent. Virtual Firms Aren’t Always 100% Remote. While the term “virtual” law firm may sound like everyone works 100% remotely, it’s not about where you are working. Should you?

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LawTechnologyToday

MARCH 23, 2023

However, it is abundantly obvious that many legal technology solutions are already significantly improving the lives of attorneys. In order to meet the problems of escalating workflow and productivity demands on a constrained budget, law firms are eager to invest in legal technology services.

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LawSites

MARCH 12, 2024

Proxiio Global Solutions , an India-based provider of litigation and corporate legal services for law firms and in-house legal departments, is today officially launching in the United States. Leading U.S.

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LawTechnologyToday

JANUARY 31, 2023

We hear a lot about legal technology changing the way law firms operate, but technology doesn’t drive change: it empowers law firms to make the changes they want to make, or that they need to make to stay competitive and grow their businesses. And that’s just the lawyers. And, that option matters to them.

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