The internet has become an integral part of our work, entertainment, and interactions with others. But last time you typed in a web address to access your email or social media of choice, did you think about how it all works? The web browser and applications you rely on daily impacts your speed, security, and
It may not seem like creating a document or calendaring an event takes much time—but those tasks add up. Automating repetitive and tedious jobs can save your firm a significant amount of time and money. According to the McKinsey Global Institute, in about 60% of occupations, at least one-third of the constituent activities could
It’s Monday morning, and you sit at your desk covered in stacks of paperwork. You look over your never ending to-do list (sigh), check your hectic calendar, and remember that you have a meeting with that client you’ve not been looking forward to talking to. Your boss approaches your desk looking well rested after spending the
We’re thrilled to announce our new direct integration with MyCase, the leading legal case management software. MyCase was built specifically to support the workflows of law firms, and its user-friendly design is driven by the insights and feedback from the people who use MyCase daily. The user-centric design makes MyCase incredibly easy for lawyers and their
Prior to the pandemic, law firms were notoriously resistant to change, particularly when it came to implementing new technology. This is partly because of an “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” attitude, but also due to barriers such as software that is non-intuitive, doesn’t easily integrate, or is difficult to use. In a survey
First impressions are everything, particularly for a law firm. When clients are choosing which firm to put their trust in, lawyers and attorneys must do everything in their power to create a high-quality experience. If not, you not only risk losing the client to one of your competitors, but also potential referrals down the line.Because
Running a small law firm definitely has its perks, but it also carries with it a bit of risk.One of those risks involves having different team members creating their own contracts. Poorly or loosely worded contracts or legal documents with outdated language can have far-reaching consequences, including negatively impacting your organization’s productivity and worse, opening
Drafting legal documentation is nothing new for lawyers and attorneys. You’ve gone through the courses, read the books, and put it all into practice. But there are some ‘flaws’ with legal writing that often result in a low-value, low-quality document that can damage your reputation and credibility. Bryan A. Garner, author of Legal Writing in Plain
The 40-hour work week is rare for many attorneys, particularly those who are part of a small firm or fly solo. While managing cases and deadlines for their clients, they also have to find the time for administrative tasks, including office admin, generating and sending invoices and collections. These may seem simple tasks, but the
Best Practices for Naming Files and FieldsStaying organized – a laudable goal, but often elusive for the busy attorney. And this problem goes beyond simple stacks of paper and overstuffed drawers in a law office. Organization for the modern-day lawyer means the ability to easily navigate saved computer files, digital documents, and databases. This means
