By Damian J. Arguello There is an old adage that virtually every lawyer has heard: A lawyer who represents himself or herself has a fool for a client. This can be especially applicable when a lawyer decides to open up his or her own practice. There are a multitude of steps that any new business […]
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A common misconception about business plans is that once they are written they cannot (and should not) be revised, edited, or changed in any way. In reality, business plans are documents that should be written and then revised as needed as a business grows and evolves. It’s practically impossible to compose a business plan and […]
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One of the most obvious ways to consistently gain new clients, even if your law firm exists in a competitive market, is to stay one step ahead of your competition. This concept sounds quite easy. All you must do is understand what other solo attorneys are doing to gain new clients, and then simply do […]
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Wouldn’t it be great to have a little bit of extra help around the office when things get busy? Of course it would! Just about anyone would like to pass busy work and mundane tasks to someone who is willing and eager to complete it. If you have work that needs to be done, but […]
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Written by Clio Team, originally posted on July 12, 2017 Every law firm has its sights set on recording an ever-increasing amount of billable hours. Unfortunately, it’s not always that easy—particularly for smaller firms that lack the resources and efficiencies that industry juggernauts enjoy. If you work at a small law firm, you likely spend more time […]
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We know you are busy! So we read through numerous blog posts and find the best ones to share with you each month. Please let us know if you feel we are missing a particularly good. Quick Tips 5 Steps to Minimize Data Breach Risks 5 Word Styles Lawyers Need to Know Casemaker Tips and […]
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By Gerald D. Pratt with Research Assistance from Patrick T. Pratt If you are a sole practitioner or a member of a small firm, have you ever asked yourself, “What happens to my practice if I get hit by a bus?” As unpleasant as the thought may be, it is a good question to ask […]
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Can you describe your ideal clients? You know, the type of clients who show up for scheduled meetings on time and who willingly listen to (and follow) your advice? In every industry, there are ideal clients, and there are less-than-ideal clients. Your goal should be to find as many as possible of the right type […]
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We know you are busy! So we read through numerous blog posts and find the best ones to share with you each month. Please let us know if you feel we are missing a particularly good one. Quick Tips iPad Tips and Tricks Convert Email to PDF on an iPhone or iPad Copying Vertical Columns […]
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The Modern Law Practice Initiative is bringing its Toolkit alive! Join us for a monthly gathering to discuss the CBA’s step-by-step guide of how to build a modern law practice, Successful Business Planning for the Modern Law Practice (available to CBA members for free). While each month will begin with a focus on a particular […]
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