6 ways to make remote working sustainable for legal professionals
How can law firms turn remote work from an emergency situation to a long-term process that works for everyone? Here are some tips to get started.
Technical considerations for legal professionals working from home
Top technology tools and the security and efficiency questions that come along with them as firms across the country continue to work from home.
6 ways the pandemic may change litigation for good
Remote work, a shift toward flexibility, better time management? How will the emergencies of the pandemic evolve into innovation for the legal industry?
Optimizing electronic contracts to boost efficiency
eContracts have a complicated set of legal principles beyond simply providing digital consent. Here are our top tips for optimization.
8 traits of a methodical paralegal (and why you should be one)
Paralegals should be many things, and methodical is one of them. Here are some of the qualities that define a methodical paralegal and why that’s important.
Key components of a freelance paralegal agreement
Protect yourself and your company by ensuring that your working relationships involve a solid freelance paralegal agreement that contains key elements designed to serve both sides.
8 steps to becoming the expert in your law office
Becoming an expert in a particular area of law is one of the best ways you can improve competence and set you and your firm apart. Add value to what you do in your law firm by becoming an expert at something.
Fine-tuning your elevator speech
When presented with the question, “So what do you do?” how do you reply? Do you have your “elevator speech” at the ready?
8 things to ask a longtime coworker before they retire
When a long-standing coworker retires from a law firm, their colleagues should take the opportunity to learn everything they can. Here’s how to make the most of the time you have with your knowledgeable colleagues before they leave.
Bad habits that still exist in your law firm
Times change and priorities evolve. Still, it’s likely that every law firm has a few old habits that can hurt today’s productivity, even if they once worked fine. Here are a few bad habits that can harm a law practice and erode client relationships.
9 myths about notary publics
Despite the important services that notaries perform, many people do not have a clear understanding of exactly what they do. Here are 9 common myths about notaries and the truth about what they do.
Could the 4-day workweek become a reality for your law firm?
Some firms see positive results when switching to a four-day workweek. Will this flexible and shortened workweek make its way to your firm?
8 questions about the legal industry you’ll be asked this holiday season
Legal professionals answer questions about their industry and their role within it on a daily basis (especially during the holidays). Here are the most frequent questions you can expect to field this holiday season.
8 benefits of becoming a certified paralegal
While obtaining a paralegal credential is a voluntary certification process that can improve a resume, it’s not an entry-level requirement to enter the field. Here are 8 reasons why paralegals should consider becoming certified.
Key communication tools to boost your office environment
Communication can make or break relationships in the legal industry. It might be time to consider how specific tools can help to support your efforts. Here are some ways to improve communication at your law firm.
11 ways to improve communication within your law firm
In today’s digital age, the decrease in human engagement and growing popularity of virtual staffing has made it harder than ever to effectively communicate with colleagues. Here are some best practices to enhance communication at your firm: