Posts Tagged ‘business’

Workplace wellness and attorney well-being have been discussed for years, yet it remains essential to refocus our efforts annually to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Without good health, our work, time with family, and long-term future are all at risk. With...

“Law Firms Are Prioritizing Sustainable Tech—Here’s Why Beyond cost and functionality, law firms are increasingly considering sustainability when adopting new technology. With stricter environmental regulations and reporting requirements on the rise, firms that proactively embrace sustainable legal tech will be...

Practice Group Leaders (PGLs) play one of the most influential—and often underestimated—roles in a law firm. They serve as the bridge between firm leadership and the attorneys who execute the work. When a PGL performs well, the entire practice thrives:...

Earning Trust in the Courtroom: What Lawyers Can Learn from Journalists Trust isn’t automatic — it must be earned. Just like journalists, lawyers work to persuade skeptical audiences by building compelling narratives backed by facts. But with public trust in...

The Hidden Costs of Law Firm Technology (and How to Avoid Them) While technology plays a key role in helping law firms run efficiently, the expenses can quickly pile up. Making the wrong tech choices can cost your firm valuable...

Wondering What Your Law Firm is Worth? Here’s What Really Drives Its Value If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “What’s the value of my law firm?” you’ve likely also thought about how to increase it. The answer comes down to...

What to Do When Work Slows Down: Smart Marketing Moves for Lawyers In my coaching work with law firms, I often partner with attorneys for two years or more. During that time, it’s not unusual for them to go through...

How to Use the “Trust Equation” to Strengthen Client Relationships Clients Choose Lawyers, Not Law Firms Legal services are built on relationships, not transactions. Unlike selling a product, securing legal clients requires time, consistency, and trust. Unless you’re offering a...

Why Non-Engagement Letters Are Essential for Protecting Your Practice A non-engagement letter is simply the reverse of an engagement letter—it formally communicates to a prospective client that you will not be representing them. While it may seem unnecessary to state...

Essential Guide to Managing Client Funds for Law Firms Whether you’re a solo attorney or a law firm owner, handling client funds is an inevitable part of your practice. This includes managing advance payments, settlement checks, and expense reimbursements. As...