In the last post we crossed the threshold, which means we have finally committed to “the journey.” Now we face certain obstacles, remember Homer’s “Odyssey”– or maybe you’re thinking of the more current rendition of it, “O Brother, Where Art Thou?” So – away we go! Let’s look at some of our “tests” first. Unlike […]
On your mark, get set … WHAT you’re not going to venture onward with the rest of us? It’s not like Colorado lawyers are at the forefront of the social media adoption wave, because we’re not. Other states and state bars are way ahead of us – like Florida lawyers, and the Florida and Texas […]
Yesterday, we posted the first half of our conversation with Carolyn Elefant. In the second half below, Elefant discusses social media, marketing tips, and more in advance of her keynote at Hanging Your Shingle. Solo in Colo: For established solos, how can they continue to evaluate and improve their practice? Carolyn Elefant: It is always harder […]
In Part 1 of this series we explored the necessity of embracing social media while not losing sight of an attorney’s ethical obligations. We discussed the need to put a thoughtful online plan in place and explored some of the risks of participating in social networks. In Part 2 of this series we’ll explore ways […]
The Code of Professional Responsibility, Rule 1.1 Competence provides, “A lawyer shall provide competent representation to a client. Competent representation requires the legal knowledge, skill, thoroughness and preparation reasonably necessary for the representation.” Comments to Rule 1.1 provide, in part, “Competent handling of a particular matter includes inquiry into and analysis of the factual and […]