Being organized should be a firm initiative and everyone in the law firm needs to embrace increased organization.
Attorneys work in a very high-stress environment and oftentimes feel they must always be the expert in the room. Embracing organization can not only make repetitive tasks more efficient, but also reduce stress. Well-organized attorneys
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