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2023 Trends in Law Firm Operations – and How Technology Will Help Shape Them

LawTechnologyToday

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. 89% in private practice said they had the option of working remotely.

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Most Law Firms Use Just Five or Fewer Unique Software Products, Smokeball Study Says

LawSites

The majority of law firms use just five or fewer unique software products, according to a legal industry study published today by the law practice management company Smokeball. Practice management or case management, 34%. Reputation management, 10%. Now, 50% work in the office full time.

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How Much Does It Cost To Start A Law Firm

MyCase

You need capital to start a new law firm, but how much, exactly? You could take an ultra-budget approach that involves networking, fielding phone calls from your personal cell, working from home, and using an existing laptop. on a Friday—when you still have a pile of client work to finish before the weekend.

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5 Tips for Making the Transition to Virtual Law Firm Status

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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.

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Beat the Spread: 3 Tips for Managing a Distributed Workforce

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

With work from home/remote work in full swing, employees may be pleasantly surprised by how productive they can be outside of the office. Meanwhile, law firm managers, who are used to hav ing butts in seats in leased office spaces, wonder what to do next. And, managers should e mbrace the change.

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Remote Working: Lessons for Law Firm Leaders

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Businesses, including law firms, are beginning to re-open, and employees are heading back to work. Rather, law firm leaders should reflect on what was learned from the effects of the pandemic, including the benefits of remote working, and how to incorporate those learnings into their businesses moving forward.

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Opportunity in Crisis: Innovative Ways Law Firms Are Stepping Up Client Relationships

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How have law firms supported their clients during the COVID-19 pandemic? A dozen business development professionals talk about the innovative ways their firms have strengthened relationships and created deeper ties. And law firms that resist the impetus for change will risk failure. Anticipating Changing Needs.

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