Effective client communication is the cornerstone of successful law practice. It not only ensures a smooth attorney-client relationship but also aids in the overall progress of legal matters. Recognizing the pivotal role communication plays, we’ve created this Client Communication Checklist for law firms.
The checklist is designed to serve as a practical guide to communicating
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What lawyers need to know about Phishing attacks
The best way to improve cybersecurity protection is by using a password manager.
This is especially true for phishing attacks.
What is Phishing?
Phishing attacks are where bad guys pretend to be someone else to trick you into giving them your personal information. Here’s how they usually do it:
1. Fake Emails or Messages
They’ll…
Email Automation for Lawyers
Let’s talk about email automation for lawyers in solo or small firm practices.
If you’re like most busy lawyers, you’re bombarded with too many emails.
Every single day your inbox is stuffed with:
- Client requests
- promotional junk (i.e. CLE programs)
- important court notices
- internal messages from your team
- long lost friend outreach
- opposing counsel messages
…
Password managers & cybersecurity protection for lawyers
Using a password manager is the best cybersecurity protection for lawyers.
And the best password manager, in my opinion, is 1Password .
(any password manager is going to improve your security dramatically so whatever you use is less important than using something)
Why use a password manager?
Here are the top 3 reasons why this…
Automated Scheduling for Lawyers
Automated scheduling for lawyers is now common. Tools like Calendly, Acuity (and others) are being used by busy lawyers for a variety of reasons.
Here are some of the main ones:
Efficiency
Automated scheduling tools remove the need for the back-and-forth emails or phone calls that are typically necessary to schedule a meeting or…
Communicate with Law Firm Clients Without Breaching Confidentiality
In today’s internet-dominant world, keeping private information safe is vital, especially in terms of lawyer confidentiality.
But as we use technology more, it’s getting harder to ensure our messages are secure without risking the secrecy of private information.
Here are five ways lawyers can communicate with their clients and ensure that there’s no breach of…
Cybersecurity for Remote Lawyers
Cybersecurity for remote lawyers is vital. Because lawyers working remotely are now five times more vulnerable to cyberattack than those working in traditional offices.
Here are 3 reasons why:
1. Network Security:
It’s easier to implement robust cybersecurity for one single location than for multiple locations.
And it’s much harder when the multiple locations are…
Essential Tech Tools for Lawyers
In 2006 I was able to create a low-overhead, thriving solo practice because of technology. And by “technology” I mean specifically:
- Paperless workflows
- Cloud-based file storage
- Digital automation
- Low-cost outsourcing
- Online marketing (e.g. referrals and cold leads)
I figured out how to leverage technology through trial and error, but my effort paid huge dividends.
Most…
The Best Legal Tech Conferences for Lawyers
Without a doubt the two best known legal tech conferences for lawyers are:
- ABA TECHSHOW: is hosted by the American Bar Association every year in Chicago, it covers helpful topics like practice management software, cybersecurity, e-discovery, automation, artificial intelligence, etc.
- Clio Cloud Conference: is hosted by Clio, a leading provider of cloud-based legal
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ChatGPT vs. Copyright Law
There will be blood spilled (figuratively speaking) because of GPT’s clash with copyright law .
Personally, I believe that copyright law is now a source of so many insidious problems that it needs to be reigned in.
GPT is chemotherapy for copyright law.
There are well-known problems with U.S. copyright law.
Just ask ChatGPT.
I…
ChatGPT for Lawyers: Leverage it or Become Irrelevant & Useless
The new A.I. chatbot called ChatGPT gained immense popularity, reaching 100 million users in two months. This is faster than social media giants like TikTok and Instagram, which took nine months and two and a half years, respectively, to reach the same milestone. And OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, is now among the top 50…
How to Document a Procedure (SOP)
The key to getting more work done well is documenting how each task should be carried out, step-by-step.
Here are the steps to use to effectively document any workflow or procedure.
Overview of key steps
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80/20 Rule of Marketing: How To Apply It to Your Legal Practice
What if there was a way to get more done, and to get it done more effectively? Lawyers who know how to use the 80/20 principle in their business practices can do exactly that.
Let’s take a look at how you can apply the 80/20 rule to marketing for your practice, helping you attract and…
Best SOP tool for Solo & Small Firm Attorneys
In today’s business world, remote work and virtual collaboration have become more prevalent than ever before. With teams scattered in different locations, often across different time zones, law firms need a reliable platform to unify their workflows and improve communication.
SweetProcess is the best tool
SweetProcess is the ultimate solution for businesses that need to…
Standard Operating Procedures for Lawyers
As a lawyer, you want to help clients. One way to do this is with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
SOPs can make your work smoother, with fewer mistakes and faster results.
This post explains how SOPs can help you become a better lawyer.
What are Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)?
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) tell you…
How to Use the 80/20 Principle To Grow Your Business
As a business owner, as many lawyers are, you may have heard about the 80/20 principle, also known as the Pareto principle. This principle states that 80% of your results come from 20% of your efforts. In other words, a small portion of your actions generates the majority of your outcomes. Understanding and utilizing this…