Attorney at Work Today

Preparing For Witness Preparation

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 04:00:00 -0600

Ben Schorr’s tips for using Windows’ built-in dictation tools — and a few familiar add-ons — to capture work at the speed of thought.

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Adapted from an article by Sam Davidoff.

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Talk It Out: The Best Dictation Tools for Lawyers

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:00:00 -0600

Ben Schorr’s tips for using Windows’ built-in dictation tools — and a few familiar add-ons — to capture work at the speed of thought.

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Adapted from an article by BEN SCHORR.

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Law Firm Billing Leakage: You Are Giving Money Away Before the Invoice Goes Out

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:00:00 -0600

The hours you trim before sending clients your invoice don’t show up in financial reports. They simply disappear. This is law firm billing leakage, and it is easy to miss.

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Adapted from an article by Amy Coats.

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Why Legal Demand Is Unpredictable — and How It Affects Business Development for Lawyers

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 04:00:00 -0600

If demand for legal services was steady and predictable, business development for lawyers would be simple. But most clients look for legal help when circumstances suddenly shift.

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Adapted from an article by Jay Harrington.

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Integrity in Expert Testimony: Why This Expert Witness Loves Abraham Lincoln

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 04:00:00 -0600

Abraham Lincoln’s philosophy as a trial lawyer is a roadmap not just for attorneys, but for any expert witness who has ever taken the stand. This is my tribute to the man who taught me the true value of integrity in expert testimony.

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Adapted from an article by Richard Williamson.

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Clients Don’t Have My Cell Number: 5 Rules for Preventing Lawyer Burnout

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:00:00 -0600

Burnout is not a personal failing, says Jason Wright. Rather, it is the predictable result of poor systems and leaky boundaries. Below, he shares his five non-negotiables for preventing lawyer burnout in his family law practice.

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Adapted from an article by Jason Wright.

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Rewarding Your Referral Sources

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 04:00:00 -0600

A handful of steady referral relationships can make a lawyer’s career — but how do you stay in their good graces? There are plenty of good ideas for rewarding referral sources, says Sally Schmidt, even if you can’t reciprocate.

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Adapted from an article by Sally J. Schmidt.

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Why Your Brain Needs Creative Rest (and What That Actually Looks Like)

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 17:00:00 -0600

The kind of work lawyers do requires deep, effortful thinking — the kind of always-on thinking that can easily deplete cognitive resources. Continuing her series on the connection between creativity and productivity, Karen Skinner explains why lawyers need creative rest.

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Adapted from an article by Karen Skinner.

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The Hotel California: How You Know It’s Time to Leave Your Law Firm

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 04:00:00 -0600

Most associates don’t think about their exit strategy until they’re running for the door.

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Adapted from an article by Jenny Leon.

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Seize the Scaffolding: Why Law Firm Growth Still Depends on Getting the Basics Right

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 04:00:00 -0600

Layering more tools — including AI — on top of a fragmented law firm MarTech infrastructure does not accelerate growth; it compounds the underlying problems. Instead of asking, “What should we add next?” ask, “What must we fix first?”

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Adapted from an article by Zena Applebaum.

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Micro-Recovery: 5 Small, Realistic Ways to Reduce Stress During a Busy Workday

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 04:00:00 -0600

When your day is driven by deadlines, client demands and constant communication, wellness can start to feel like one more thing on the to-do list. Jamie Spannhake shares five achievable strategies for how to reset and reduce stress.

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Adapted from an article by Jamie Spannhake.

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Microsoft Word Tips for Lawyers: Three Ways to Make Word Work Better

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 04:00:00 -0600

Microsoft Word tips for lawyers who spend time editing, formatting and tweaking long documents.

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Adapted from an article by Ben Schorr.

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The Multilingual Lawyer’s Advantage: How to Tap Into the Immigrant Legal Services Market

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 29 May 2026 04:00:00 -0600

Oklahoma attorney Jimmy Lai shares multilingual law firm marketing tips for attracting and retaining immigrant clients. A few practical changes go a long way.

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Adapted from an article by Jimmy Lai.

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AI for Litigators: How to Use AI for More Than Drafting and Summarization

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 25 May 2026 04:00:00 -0600

As a practicing litigator, you’ve probably used AI to summarize a deposition, condense a document set or draft a client update. Those uses are practical and increasingly common. But they are not where AI delivers its greatest value to a litigation team.

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Adapted from an article by Traci Hewitt.

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The Seven Pillars of Legal MSO Deals

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 22 May 2026 04:00:00 -0600

It’s early days for the legal MSO industry. That means law firms are getting the best deals they will ever get — at least the ones that don’t allow “shiny objects” to distract them. How to stay focused and get the best possible deal? Frederick Shelton and Ayven Dodd say understanding these pillars of legal MSO deals is the first step.

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Adapted from an article by Frederick Shelton and Ayven Dodd.

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Beyond AI Policy: What to Tell Your Clients After Heppner

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 18 May 2026 04:00:00 -0600

Every business should have a consumer AI policy, but understanding the intersection of AI and attorney-client privilege is now a critical requirement for legal protection.

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Adapted from an article by Eric Magnuson.

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The Law Firm Productivity Myth That’s Burning Lawyers Out

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 15 May 2026 04:00:00 -0600

To beat burnout, says Karen Skinner, we need a new approach to law firm productivity.

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Adapted from an article by Karen Skinner.

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Build Your Own Copilot Legal Assistant — No Tech Skills Required

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 04 May 2026 04:00:00 -0600

Ben Schorr explains how attorneys can use Microsoft Copilot Agent Builder to create custom, high-value legal assistants, or agents. Just give yourself 15 minutes.

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Adapted from an article by Ben Schorr.

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What Insurers Want to See: Practical Steps to Reduce Your Cyber Insurance Costs

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 01 May 2026 04:00:00 -0600

Law firms that take measurable actions to cut risk can often lower cyber insurance premiums and get better coverage terms at the same time. The key: Know what insurers truly want.

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Adapted from an article by Michael Maschke, Sharon Nelson and John Simek.

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Nobody Told You It Would Be This Lonely: A Roadmap for Women Managing Partners

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0600

Nobody prepares you for the loneliness of being a woman managing partner.

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Adapted from an article by Tracy Callahan and Ildiko Markus.

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Eight Top Tips for Handling Complex Legal Cases

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0600

In big, complex legal cases, the real differentiator isn’t just legal strategy — it’s how well you engineer the logistics around depositions, documents and technology. Here’s how to keep multiparty, high-stakes matters from collapsing under their own weight.

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Adapted from an article by Michael Murray and Stacey DiGerardo.

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Legal Client Service Protocols: Tips to Ensure Things Don’t Slip Through the Cracks

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0600

When you do something repetitively, it’s easy to go on autopilot. Establishing client service protocols helps ensure you’re paying proper attention to every client.

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Adapted from an article by Sally J. Schmidt.

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They Had Relations: Five Tips for Better Client Communications

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0600

Do your clients “know, like and trust You?” If you’re wavering on the answer, Jared Correia has some suggestions for you respecting your client communications.

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Adapted from an article by Jared Correia.

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5 Tips to Make Time Entry Less Painful for Lawyers

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0600

If the billable hour is a zombie we just can’t kill, then timesheets are the monsters lurking under your desk every single day. Here are our top tips for streamlining your time entry process so it’s much less painful — and you can stop losing money.

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Adapted from an article by David and Karen Skinner.

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Law Firm Write-Offs: What Your Leakage Is Trying to Tell You

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0600

If you treat law firm write-offs as an unavoidable cost of doing business, you’re missing a critical financial diagnosis of where your practice is actually leaking money.

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Adapted from an article by Amy Coats.

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Why Lawyers Need Boredom, Even Though It May Terrify Us

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0600

Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is allow your mind to be briefly and deliberately bored. Jamie Spannhake makes the case for healthy, strategic boredom with five tips for reclaiming the lost art of doing nothing.

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Adapted from an article by Jamie Spannhake.

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Overcoming Client Inertia: The Real Reason You Aren’t Closing New Business

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0600

Despite the ongoing “client value squeeze” and rising interest in moving work downstream, even the most motivated legal departments may find it hard to switch law firms. In fact, while firms focus on competition, technology or pricing, the silent killer of new business is client inertia — your prospect’s simple resistance to change. Sally Schmidt suggests five ways to convince them.

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Adapted from an article by Sally J. Schmidt.

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How to Build a Weekly To-Do List for Business Development

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0600

By breaking your annual goals into actionable, bite-sized tasks, you can stay focused and build momentum. That is the power of a lawyer business development checklist. By translating high-level vision into a weekly to-do list, you can experience those small wins that keep you motivated.

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Adapted from an article by Jay Harrington.

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The Smart Lawyer’s Guide to Reading a Marketing Report

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0700

Learn how to read legal marketing reports like a lawyer — not a marketer. Chip LaFleur breaks down the metrics that matter (and the ones that don’t).

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Adapted from an article by Chip LaFleur.

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Easing a Client’s Transition When Lawyers Leave or Retire

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0700

As much as clients may have loved the senior partner who’s retiring, their main concern is, “What’s going to happen to me?” If you’re the likely successor, how will you retain the business? Consider these client transition strategies.

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Adapted from an article by Sally J. Schmidt.

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Three Keys to a Healthy Referral Network for Your Law Firm

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 09:16:17 -0700

Many solo and small firm lawyers live in one of two extremes: they’re either so busy they can’t breathe, or they’re anxiously wondering where the next client will come from. A healthy, well-nurtured law firm referral network helps solve both problems.

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Adapted from an article by David and Karen Skinner.

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Five Questions That Tell You If Your Law Firm’s Marketing Is Actually Working

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0700

The law firms that grow consistently aren’t the ones with the biggest marketing budgets. They’re the ones that know what’s working and do more of it. Trouble is, it’s harder than it should be to tell which parts of your marketing strategy are working.

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Adapted from an article by Art Nikashin.

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Your Reasons to Not Go Solo Are Wrong: The Top 10 Fears of Going Solo

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0700

Many lawyers are frustrated by their firm’s dysfunction. For some, an obvious solution is to start their own firm, but fears of going solo hold them back.

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Adapted from an article by Roy S. Ginsburg.

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Why More Leads Won’t Fix Your Law Firm’s Marketing Problem

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0700

If you pour more money into law firm lead generation without plugging the holes in your leaky intake and conversion process, you aren’t marketing — you’re just burning cash.

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Adapted from an article by Bo Royal.

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Delegating Legal Work: 7 Tips to Scale Your Practice

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0700

Delegating legal work is the key to unlocking your law firm’s potential. Follow these tips from top Legal Process Improvement Advisors Karen and David Skinner, and learn how to do it the right way.

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Adapted from an article by David and Karen Skinner.

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What Agentic AI Actually Means for Lawyers’ Daily Workflows

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0700

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Adapted from an article by Rhys Hodkinson.

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Lateral Partners Don’t Fail for Lack of Talent, They Fail for Lack of Trust

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0700

The economics are brutal for law firms when lateral integration stalls. Passle CEO James Barclay says these four practical moves help protect your investment in lateral partners.

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Adapted from an article by James Barclay.

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Valentine’s Day Emergency? Five Sweetheart Ideas for Busy Lawyers

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0700

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Adapted from an article by The Editors.

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Here’s How to Show Clients You Don’t Really Care

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0700

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Adapted from an article by Merrilyn Astin Tarlton.

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Attorney Productivity Tips: 5 Tips That Helped Me Get My Head Back Above Water

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0700

A few months back, I was drowning in work. Every available space on my calendar seemed to be filled with other people’s priorities.

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Adapted from an article by Jay Harrington.

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Full-Scale Integration Can Be the Key to Solving Unproductive Lateral Performance in Law Firms

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 06 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0700

Is it just a “fit” problem or something else? Avoiding hiring mistakes and improving lateral performance in law firms often comes down to this one thing.

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Adapted from an article by Steve Nelson.

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5 Legal Marketing Shifts That Will Define 2026 (And What to Do About Them)

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0700

Want your law practice to stay visible this year? Know the legal marketing shifts that are already underway — and start addressing them, one by one.

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Adapted from an article by Lyndsi Edgar.

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Late … Again?

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0700

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Adapted from an article by Otto Sorts.

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Chronic Responsibility and Lawyer Burnout: Managing the Stress of Always Being the Responsible One

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0700

Being “the responsible one” is a source of pride for lawyers. It’s tied to competence, trust and professional identity. But constant vigilance takes a toll on our mental and physical health. Here are five ways to manage chronic responsibility and burnout, without guilt.

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Adapted from an article by Jamie Spannhake.

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Has Your Boss Fallen Out of Love With You? 9 Signs

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0700

Has the senior partner stopped introducing you to new clients? Have you been assigned a “special project” or more work than you can handle? Falling out of favor is a tough blow to the ego, but it doesn’t have to ruin your career.

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Adapted from an article by Chere Estrin.

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Starting 2026 Safely: Cybersecurity Best Practices for Law Firms

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0700

Protect your practice with these essential 2026 cybersecurity best practices for law firms.

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Adapted from an article by Ben Schorr.

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Start Differently This Year: 3 Smart Business Development Tips for 2026

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0700

January can be the reset button you need. If last year left you feeling like you were spinning your wheels or sending emails that nobody read, start differently this year. Follow these three business development tips for 2026 and focus on nurturing relationships.

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Adapted from an article by Jennifer Ramsey and Megan Senese.

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Walking in Your Client’s Shoes

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0700

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Adapted from an article by Sally J. Schmidt.

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Sponsors Are the New Mentors, Especially for Women

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0700

For women to move up the ranks in law firms, mentoring isn’t enough.

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Adapted from an article by Ida O. Abbott.

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Beyond the Hype: The Legal AI Tools Law Firms Are Really Using Today

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0700

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Adapted from an article by Jamie Ormand and Anthony Sorendo.

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Cybersecurity for Lawyers Who Don’t Want to Be Headlines

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0700

Today, effective cybersecurity for lawyers and law firms depends more on disciplined execution of core principles than on flashy tools. Four tough questions to ask about your cybersecurity strategy.

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Adapted from an article by Michael Maschke, Sharon Nelson and John Simek.

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Young Lawyers: Making the Most Out of Your Mentoring Relationships

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0700

Taking ownership of a lawyer mentorship program. Here are tips for how to take ownership of your career growth early on as a young lawyer.

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Adapted from an article by Meyling "Mey" Ly Ortiz.

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Want to Get Paid Faster? 5 Ways to Fix Law Firm Invoicing

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0700

In every legal practice, there are important processes that happen before the legal work begins and others that happen once the legal work is done. These are your “bookends.” And if they’re not efficient, you’re wasting time and leaving money on the table in every single file that moves through your firm. Your law firm’s invoicing process is one of the most important processes to get right.

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Adapted from an article by David and Karen Skinner.

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Relationship-Based Business Development: The Power of Small Gestures

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 02 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0700

Business Development Is About Connection, Not Complexity

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Adapted from an article by Jay Harrington.

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The Hidden Costs of Law Firm Technology: Are You Wasting Money Without Realizing It?

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0700

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Adapted from an article by Danielle DavisRoe.

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4 Ways Effective Practice Group Leaders Build Strong Peer Relationships

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 22 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0700

The best practice group leaders are skilled collaborators and communicators. Here are four behaviors you can use to improve your effectiveness.

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Adapted from an article by Tea Hoffman.

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Ethics Considerations When Using AI Audio Overview Tools for Lawyers

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 19 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0700

In this edition of Ask the Experts at 2Civility.org, Mark C. Palmer discusses how AI audio overview tools for lawyers can empower your practice by transforming dense legal documents into listenable content, making case review more efficient.

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Adapted from an article by Mark C. Palmer.

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Writing Your Annual Marketing Plan

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0700

Busy adding the final touches to your annual law firm marketing plan and business development goals? Here’s advice from Sally Schmidt to help you push through.

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Adapted from an article by Sally J. Schmidt.

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The Non-Linear Path to a Fulfilling Legal Career

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0700

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Adapted from an article by Jay Harrington.

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Micro Moves: How to Nurture Your Network When Your Schedule Is Packed

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0700

Even in your busiest weeks, small, thoughtful interactions — what we call micro moves for networking — can create trust, visibility, and new business opportunities over time.

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Adapted from an article by Jennifer Ramsey and Megan Senese.

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The Office Holiday Party Preparedness Guide: How to Blend In and Get Out

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 10 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0700

Five Simple Tips to Survive Your Annual Office Holiday Party

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Adapted from an article by Bull Garlington.

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Delegation Isn’t Just a Work Hack, It’s a Life Hack: 5 Personal Tasks to Delegate Now

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 08 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0700

Once you start to delegate personal tasks, you’ll quickly see how much more productive, present and balanced you can be.

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Adapted from an article by David and Karen Skinner.

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5 Ways to Really Take a Break from the Office

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 05 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0700

Breaks are not indulgent — they’re necessary to sustain focus, energy and good health. Here are five low-key, low-commitment ways to take a break from the office and recharge.

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Adapted from an article by Jamie Spannhake.

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A Pre-Year-End Checklist for Solos and Small Firms

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0700

Use this small law firm year-end checklist to quickly assess your firm’s practice systems and ethics risks — and plan to improve them for the new year.

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Adapted from an article by Megan Zavieh.

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Generative AI for Litigators: A Trial Lawyer’s New Best Friend

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 01 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0700

Litigation is a conservative profession, slow to adapt to change, which has prompted a raft of cautionary missives by practitioners about the perils of using AI. But lawyers who resist embracing AI risk falling behind and, ultimately, doing a disservice to clients. Trial attorneys Marissa Ronk and Miles Orton explore the specific ways to deploy generative AI for litigators.

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Adapted from an article by Marissa Ronk and Miles Orton.

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The Art and Science of Goal Setting for Lawyers

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 28 Nov 2025 04:00:00 -0700

As goal-setting season approaches, let’s dive in and review why goal setting is important for lawyers’ business development, how to set effective goals, and how to achieve them.

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Adapted from an article by Jay Harrington.

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Play to Win: Planning a Strong 4th Quarter for Your Law Practice

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 04:00:00 -0700

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Adapted from an article by Sally J. Schmidt

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5 Ways Legal Marketers Can Lead AI Adoption in Law Firms

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 04:00:00 -0700

Whether your law firm is still exploring or you are ready to go big, here’s how legal marketers can guide the way toward smart, sustainable and ethical legal AI adoption.

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Adapted from an article by Jennifer Scotton.

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Three Binders Every Litigator Needs

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 04:00:00 -0700

Try this the next time you are in a room with other litigators: Count the number of litigation binders. I’ll bet it’s more than five, probably more than 10. Why are litigators still using physical binders in 2025? The reason is simple: they work.

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Adapted from an article by Sam Davidoff.

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How to Create a Law Firm Annual Plan that Doesn’t Die in a Drawer

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 04:00:00 -0700

The problem isn’t that you don’t know how to plan. The problem is that most law firm annual planning processes focus on creating the plan — not following it. Here’s Karen and David Skinner’s reality-proofed, six-step approach to planning your year.

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Adapted from an article by David and Karen Skinner.

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Attorney Financial Planning Made Simple: 4 Vital Signs You Need to Track

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 04:00:00 -0700

The biggest factor driving your financial health is your behavior — not just how you spend or save but also understanding where your money is going. Focus on these four key metrics.

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Adapted from an article by David Hunter.

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Leaving Your Law Firm: Who Can You Tell, and When?

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 04:00:00 -0700

The process of leaving a law firm partnership brings various — often divergent — interests into play. One of the trickiest parts of your departure plan is who you can tell and when.

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Adapted from an article by Daniel O'Rielly and Dena Roche.

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Seven Ways Lawyers Can Reduce Clients’ Stress

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 07 Nov 2025 04:00:00 -0700

Here are tactics that firms and lawyers can use to reduce client stress and are more satisfied and informed.

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Adapted from an article by Jamie Spannhake.

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Lawyer Time Management: Four Productivity Building Blocks of Effective Lawyers

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 04:00:00 -0700

Time management for lawyers. There’s no bigger contributor to unhappiness than the sense you’ve lost control and your career is consuming your life.

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Adapted from an article by Jay Harrington.

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Getting Your Resume Ready for 2026: A Lawyer’s Guide to the New Hiring Landscape

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0600

The legal hiring market is entering a new era, and your 2026 resume should reflect it. Here are six small but powerful updates to make before the new year begins.

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Adapted from an article by Louis Tullius.

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Handwritten Notes Help Build Real Relationships

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Handwritten notes and the deployment of fine stationery can be valuable tools for piercing through the white noise of constant electronic communication.

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Adapted from an article by Bull Garlington.

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A Transactional Lawyer’s Guide: 5 Workflow Strategies to Reduce Risk and Build Better Client Relationships

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0600

By rethinking workflows and implementing a few practical strategies, transactional lawyers can reduce risk, reclaim time and regain client trust.

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Adapted from an article by Kathryn Lye.

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Three Essentials for Anyone Considering Solo Practice Right Out of Law School

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 24 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Here are three essential tips for starting a solo practice right out of law school, from the creator of Cooley Law’s “Solo By Design” program.

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Adapted from an article by Gary Bauer.

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5 Essential Questions Every Lawyer Should Ask Before Using AI Tools

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0600

AI can be a powerful ally in practice, but only if used responsibly. The most trustworthy legal AI tools emphasize transparency, guard confidentiality, adapt to practice-specific needs, and validate outputs before presenting them to attorneys.

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Adapted from an article by David Lazzara.

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Build Your Law Practice One Small Step at a Time

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Business development isn’t something you do when things quiet down. It’s something you build into your busy life — one small, consistent effort at a time.

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Adapted from an article by Jay Harrington.

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Take It Outside: 5 Ways to Recharge in Nature This Fall

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 17 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0600

With its lower temperatures and natural beauty, Autumn is an ideal time to embrace outdoor activities. But it’s not all about leaf-peeping and cider sipping. Fall outdoor activities support mental clarity and physical well-being, and build resilience as we head into winter. Here are five ways to recharge in nature this fall.

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Adapted from an article by Jamie Spannhake.

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Are You Being Bullied at Your Law Firm?

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0600

It can be stressful, sometimes even nasty, in a law firm. But is what you are experiencing actually bullying? Here’s how to identify — and confront — law firm bullying.

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Adapted from an article by Merrilyn Astin Tarlton.

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Becoming a Lawyer in the Zoom Era: The Case for Showing Up

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0600

If we are expected to learn the practice of law through a series of Teams and Zoom logins, what kind of lawyers will we become? Attorney Diego Rosette makes the case for showing up in the Zoom era.

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Adapted from an article by Diego Rosette.

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Departing Your Law Firm Partnership: First Steps

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0600

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Adapted from an article by Daniel O'Rielly and Dena Roche.

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When Conflict Is Not Constructive: Using De-escalation Skills at Work

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Employ these four tactics to abate rising tensions.

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Adapted from an article by Renee Branson.

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Fall Reset: 5 Ways to Stay Energized and Productive as the Days Get Shorter

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 06 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0600

You don’t need to lose momentum as the days get shorter and the nights get cooler. Use these fall wellness and productivity tips to reset your routine for autumn.

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Adapted from an article by Jamie Spannhake.

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Bullying in the Legal Profession: 6 Actions Lawyers Can Take to Address Workplace Bullying

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 03 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Bullying in the legal profession takes many forms, affects 1 in 4 lawyers, and — surprise — the biggest bullies are rarely reported and rarely face consequences. October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism urges all of us to participate in the “Stand Up to Bullying” Challenge.

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Adapted from an article by Erika Harold.

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Exhausted? Scrimping on Sleep Is Hazardous to Your Health

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Still in hyperdrive at 2 a.m.?

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Adapted from an article by Lorie Eber.

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How Law Firms Can Future-Proof Their Content in the Age of AI Search

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0600

AI isn’t the end of legal content marketing, says Amanda Sexton, but it is forcing long-overdue changes to how law firms approach digital marketing. Here’s why experience-driven legal marketing is your law firm’s secret weapon.

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Adapted from an article by Amanda Sexton.

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Calming Down an Angry Client

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 26 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0600

As much as we like to believe that if we do everything well, our clients will always love us, it’s just not true. Here are 10 steps to soothe an angry client.

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Adapted from an article by Merrilyn Astin Tarlton.

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How to Keep Your Associates from Leaving: 4 Key Retention Strategies

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Few small or midsize law firms can compete with inflated Biglaw salaries, but there are better ways to prevent your best talent from leaving. Here are four associate retention strategies that will make your culture “stickier.”

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Adapted from an article by Wendy Merrill.

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Three Tips to Overcome Impostor Syndrome as a Young Associate

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0600

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Adapted from an article by Jay Harrington.

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Lawyer Flat Fees or Hourly Rates? Pros and Cons of Legal Billing Options

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 19 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Value-based or hourly, contingency or flat fee? Lawyers are no longer tied to the billable hour when billing legal services. What are the pros and cons of the various billing options?

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Adapted from an article by Ruth Carter.

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How to Avoid Asking for Business

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0600

A few simple ways to avoid the cold ask.

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Adapted from an article by Merrilyn Astin Tarlton.

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How to Be Productive When You’re a Depressed Lawyer

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Dan Lukasik, the lawyer-educator behind LawyersWithDepression.com, discusses what it takes to get things done when you’re depressed.

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Adapted from an article by Dan Lukasik.

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Build Lasting Wealth: How Law Firm Owners Can Combat Lifestyle Creep

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 12 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0600

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Adapted from an article by David Hunter.

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Stop Wasting Time: How to Run More Efficient Law Firm Meetings

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 10 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Are your meetings helping or hurting your firm? Try these five strategies for making your meetings more efficient and valuable … and see how much time you save.

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Adapted from an article by David and Karen Skinner.

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Generative AI for Lawyers: From Fear to Functionality, How Lawyers Can Ethically Integrate AI into Their Practice

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 08 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0600

When it comes to generative AI for lawyers, it’s less of a “what” problem and more of a “how” problem. From developing policy to exploring new uses, focus on the value, not the fear.

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Adapted from an article by Mark C. Palmer.

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The Managing Partner’s Dilemma (And How to Remedy It)

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 05 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Successfully leading a law firm requires adopting a CEO mindset that is at odds with your lawyer brain. It can also mean sacrificing your own practice for the overall good of the firm. That’s the managing partner’s dilemma.

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Adapted from an article by Wendy Merrill.

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When It’s Time to Go: Exiting Your Law Firm With Integrity

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0600

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Adapted from an article by Jess Jordan.

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Law Firm Wellness: Why Well-being Is the Secret to a Successful Return-to-Office Strategy

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0600

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Adapted from an article by Andrew Raines.

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Arch Villain: 5 Business Lessons from ‘The Founder’

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0600

There are some tough law firm management lessons to be derived from Michael Keaton’s portrayal of Ray Kroc in ‘The Founder.’

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Adapted from an article by Jared Correia.

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How to Give Tough Feedback

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0600

When delivering negative feedback we think we must be firm — even mean. Instead, here’s how to give tough feedback that actually motivates change.

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Adapted from an article by Merrilyn Astin Tarlton.

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Want to Make Partner Someday? Start Acting Like One Now

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 25 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0600

If you’re a law firm associate who wants to make partner someday, one of the best things you can do now is start carrying yourself like someone who’s already there.

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Adapted from an article by Jay Harrington.

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The 3 Best Reasons to Use Visual Matter Management to Run Your Law Practice

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 22 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Without clear insight into how work moves through your law firm, you’re running your practice in the dark. With visual matter management, everyone can see what has to be done.

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Adapted from an article by David and Karen Skinner.

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Help! ICE Is at My Law Office Asking About a Client

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0600

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Adapted from an article by Charity Anastasio.

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5 Ways to Leave Your Lawyer at Work

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 18 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0600

The personality traits that make you a good lawyer do not make for a good personal life. Here are five strategies to help you hit the off switch and “leave your lawyer at work.”

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Adapted from an article by Jamie Spannhake.

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Should You Be ‘Vibe Lawyering’ with Generative AI?

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 15 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0600

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Adapted from an article by Paul Walker.

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Innumeracy Strikes Again — and Again

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0600

“That’s 110% accurate,” said the attorney. I mentally groaned.

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Adapted from an article by Theda C. Snyder.

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Presenter’s Paradox: For the Most Effective Attorney Bio, Embrace Science

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Most of us assume more is better — the more experience we can show, the more impressive our bios become. Instead, heed the “Presenter’s Paradox.”

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Adapted from an article by Katherine Hollar Barnard.

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What Comes Before the Zero Draft? Exploring the Negative Draft

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0600

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Adapted from an article by Ivy Grey.

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How To Value a Law Firm: Understanding What Your Firm is Worth

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0600

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “What is my law firm worth?” you’ve probably wondered about ways to boost its value. Here are the two most important factors that determine your asking price.

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Adapted from an article by Brooke Lively.

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Are You Dealing With Executive Functioning Disorder?

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 04 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Lawyers who struggle with organization and focus may be dealing with executive functioning disorder — often a symptom of attention deficit disorder. How can law firms and leaders help their lawyers meet expectations and reach their full potential?

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Adapted from an article by Wendy Merrill.

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Succession Planning Without Panic: 5 Tips to Open the Conversation

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 01 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0600

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Adapted from an article by Camille Stell.

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Ready, Boss? Tips for Leading Your Team as a New Attorney

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 30 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Even the most junior lawyers are expected to supervise colleagues and staff. How does that work out when you are still learning your job — and the ways of your new firm? Here is some much-needed advice from Meyling Ly and Fernando Llaguno on leading teams as a young lawyer.

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Adapted from an article by Meyling Ly and Fermin Llaguno.

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The Misguided Appeal of the Aggressive Lawyer

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Objection! An aggressive legal writing style and public displays of righteous fury don’t win court cases.

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Adapted from an article by Ivy Grey.

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Law Firm Profits: 5 Ways You May Be Sabotaging Your Firm’s Growth

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 25 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Not growing fast enough? Here are five common things that can slow your growth and stall law firm profits.

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Adapted from an article by Brooke Lively.

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Time Management Methods for Lawyers and the Duty of Diligence: Prioritizing with Purpose

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0600

As a lawyer, time is one of your most valuable assets — but it’s also a limited resource. In this edition of Ask the Experts at 2Civility.org, Mark C. Palmer tackles effective time management methods for lawyers that can boost productivity while meeting the ethical duty of diligence.

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Adapted from an article by Mark C. Palmer.

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No Trust, No Firm: Vanishing the Elephant From the Conference Room

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 21 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Signs there is a trust issue in your law firm — and ways to make it disappear.

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Adapted from an article by Wendy Merrill.

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The Next Legal Nightmare: Compliance Risks of Unmanaged AI and SaaS Access

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 18 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0600

The new identity crisis for law firms isn’t philosophical; it’s digital. Here are five key areas where firms should focus their efforts to reduce identity risk, protect data and avoid litigation.

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Adapted from an article by Michael Maschke, Sharon Nelson and John Simek.

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Should Your Law Firm Comment on Current Events? Start With a Framework

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0600

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Adapted from an article by Katherine Hollar Barnard.

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The 95:5 Rule for Lawyers: Why Business Development Is a Long Game

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0600

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Adapted from an article by Jay Harrington.

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Seven ‘Public Speaking’ Tips for Videoconferencing

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 09 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0600

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Adapted from an article by Marsha Hunter.

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More Great Tips for Polishing Your Presentation Skills (Online and Off)

“How to Look Them in the Eye” by Marsha Hunter
“Confidence Is Personal: Public Speaking Tips” by Chris Graham
“How to Be a Better CLE Panelist” by Ruth Carter
“Need to Communicate Complicated Stuff? Talk About People” by Chris Graham
“Pro Tips for Creating Masterful Presentations”
“Five Ways to Boost Your Confidence with Clients, Judges and Everyone Else” by Caren Ulrich Stacy
“Stop Rough-Drafting and Learn to Speak with Precision” by Marsha Hunter

Building Confidence: Strategies for Lawyers

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 04 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Confidence is ultimately more important than talent, resiliency or even intelligence for having the life you want. Without confidence, it is almost impossible to make decisions, define your career, lead others, complete tasks well, or have a fulfilling life outside of work. What’s more, lack of confidence and self-doubt are the common denominators of burnout, stress and anxiety.

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Adapted from an article by Gray Robinson.

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Lawyer Organization Tips: 5 Organizational Skills for Lawyers

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 02 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0600

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Adapted from an article by Camille Stell.

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Law Firm Tech Cleanup: 6 Steps to Boost Efficiency and Cut Costs Now

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0600

By tidying up your tech stack, you can set the stage for a more productive and profitable year. Follow these law firm tech cleanup tips to keep your digital workspace humming smoothly all year-round.

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Adapted from an article by Danielle DavisRoe.

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Client Engagement Agreements: Blunt Terms I Wish I Could Include

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 27 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0600

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Adapted from an article by Ruth Carter.

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Law Firm Talent Development: Rebooting Career Advancement Strategies

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Revitalizing talent development and career advancement strategies can propel midsize and smaller firms into the next decade.

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Adapted from an article by Gene Commander.

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Mastering Client Visits: Essential Tips

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0600

In-person meetings may seem like a relic, but many clients prefer face-to-face contact. Besides, showing up in real life when your competitors are leashed to their screens could be the advantage you need: There is nothing like meeting in person to build client relationships. Here are Sally Schmidt’s expert, start-to-finish tips for mastering client visits.

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by Sally J. Schmidt.

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Microsoft Copilot 2025: It’s Better 1 Year Later

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 20 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Microsoft Copilot has definitely gotten better since Danielle DavisRoe’s 2024 review, but there’s still a ton of growth potential for the GenAI assistant. Here’s what she found year-over-year.

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by Danielle DavisRoe.

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Shift Happens: 5 Ways to Handle Change as a Lawyer

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0600

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by Jamie Spannhake.

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Legal AI Myths: Separating Fact from Fiction in Your Law Firm

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Don’t believe legal AI myths. Get the facts about artificial intelligence in your law firm and make informed decisions.

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by Danielle DavisRoe.

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Smart Growth Strategies for Law Firms: Essential Investments in an Evolving Industry

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 13 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0600

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by Gene Commander.

Click here to read the full article. Head to Attorney at Work for more really good ideas.

Additional Resources:

Talent-Driven Law Firm Mergers: A Smart Growth Strategy for Firms of All Sizes

Leveraging Agile Career Strategies to Retain Women Lawyers

Law Firm Talent Development: Rebooting Career Advancement Strategies

AI in Law Firms: The AI Revolution in the Business of Law

Life Beyond the Bar: Why Do So Many Men Postpone Retirement?

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 06 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0600

For many Baby Boomer men, retirement can feel more like a loss than an opportunity, but there’s a positive upside to proactively planning the next chapter of your life. Practice management consultant Camille Stell offers a guide.

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by Camille Stell.

Click here to read the full article. Head to Attorney at Work for more really good ideas.

Additional Resources:

Five Reasons Lawyers Avoid Retirement

Five Ways a Sabbatical Can Help You Assess Retirement

Using Design Thinking to Plan Your Retirement

The Best Lawyers Tell Good Stories: How to Punch Up Your Narrative

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0600

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by Theda C. Snyder.

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Turning Rate Increase Discussions Into Opportunities

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 30 May 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Clients appreciate when their lawyers take a businesslike approach to rate increase discussions. Here are tips for creating opportunities to deepen your relationships.

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by Sally J. Schmidt.

Click here to read the full article, and head to Attorney at Work for more really good ideas.

Additional Resources:

Annual Legal Fee Increases: 5 Ways to Make the Process Easier by Karen and David Skinner

Don’t Be Afraid to Raise Your Legal Fees by Roy Ginsburg

Be Reasonable, People! AI’s Impact on Legal Fees by Mark C. Palmer

Got a Process for Your Processes? Create Law Firm SOPs in 5 Easy Steps

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 28 May 2025 04:00:00 -0600

SOPs are detailed, step-by-step instructions for completing tasks that occur regularly in your practice. Creating law firm SOPs might seem daunting at first, but it’s a straightforward process that pays off significantly in the long run.

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by David Skinner and Karen Skinner.

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Client Engagement Agreements: An Underused Tool in a Lawyer’s Arsenal

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 26 May 2025 04:00:00 -0600

Before entering into another loosely defined client relationship, consider these five smart upgrades to your client engagement agreements.

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by Jared Correia.

Click here to read the full article, and head to Attorney at Work for more really good ideas.

Don’t Be Afraid to Raise Your Legal Fees

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 23 May 2025 04:00:00 -0600

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by Roy S. Ginsburg.

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Business Development Starters for Law Firm Associates

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 21 May 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Six business development activities to get your practice off to a running start.

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by Sally J. Schmidt.

Click here to read the full article, and head to Attorney at Work for more really good ideas.

(00:00) - Changes in Associate Business Development Trends
(01:38) - Pay Attention to Internal Marketing Efforts
(02:31) - Manage Relationships
(03:37) - Create Your Own Experience Database
(04:43) - Become Active In An Organization
(06:05) - Show What You Know
(07:18) - Get Comfortable With Branding Yourself

Three Legal Project Management Tips for More Profitable Flat Fees

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 19 May 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Flat fees only work when you manage the work well. That’s where these legal project management tips come in — to ensure flat fee profitability.

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by David Skinner and Karen Skinner.

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Five Reasons Lawyers Avoid Retirement

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 16 May 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Being aware of the obstacles is the first step in planning for life after law.

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by Camille Stell.

Click here to read the full article, and head to Attorney at Work for more really good ideas.

(00:00) - Intro
(00:24) - Loss of Identity
(01:09) - Reluctance to Leave Your Firm
(01:49) - The Fear of Transitioning
(02:22) - Inertia
(02:51) - Lack of a Succession Plan

Richard Susskind on AI for Lawyers: A Review of ‘How to Think About AI’

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 14 May 2025 09:00:00 -0600

In his latest book, Richard Susskind’s goal isn’t to sell hype or pour cold water on everything — it’s to replace fuzzy impressions with crisp mental models. Make sense of AI’s impact on the legal profession. Our review explains how Susskind’s book provides clarity for perplexed lawyers.

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by Jerry Lawson.

Click here to read the full article, and head to Attorney at Work for more really good ideas.

(00:00) - Disclaimer
(00:10) - Intro
(01:30) - Chapter 1
(02:12) - Chapter 2
(03:20) - Chapter 3
(04:42) - Chapter 4
(05:25) - Chapter 5
(06:08) - Chapters 6 and 7
(06:56) - Chapters 8 and 9

The Best Law Firm Compensation Plans Use the Rule of Thirds

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 12 May 2025 09:00:00 -0600

How do you design compensation plans that are good for your law firm and the new hire? Follow the wise counsel of the rule of thirds.

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by Brooke Lively.

Click here to read the full article, and head to Attorney at Work for more really good ideas.

(00:00) - Intro
(00:00) - Chapter 2
(00:41) - The Many Approaches to Law Firm Compensation
(01:03) - The Rule of Thirds
(01:28) - Breaking Down Your Attorneys By Revenue Groups
(02:00) - Common Pitfalls of Traditional Compensation Models
(02:23) - Designing a Compensation Plan That Works
(02:58) - There's No Magic Formula

Additional Resources:

Six Signs It Might Be Time to Quit Your Job

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 09 May 2025 09:00:00 -0600

While many of us grew up to the tune of “quitters never win and winners never quit,” we know that’s not exactly true. After all, the world is full of inspiring tales of quitters who’ve come out on top. But how do you know when it is time to quit your job? Consider these six signs.

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by Joan Feldman.

Click here to read the full article, and head to Attorney at Work for more really good ideas.

(00:00) - Intro
(00:49) - Your Job is Disappearing
(01:31) - The Rock Star Life Gets Old
(02:41) - You're Working For The Worst Person In The World
(03:33) - Your Job Is Making You Sick
(04:33) - You're Better Than This
(05:28) - You're Going Nowhere Fast

Additional Resources:

Have You Hired a ‘Terrorist’? 4 Kinds of Law Firm Employees

Selling Legal Services Is Hard — Get Over the Fear and Keep Going

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 07 May 2025 06:30:00 -0600

Getting good at business development isn’t something you do for ‘extra credit.’ It’s how you create your future. Jay Harrington answers lawyers’ most common questions about selling legal services.

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by Jay Harrington.

Click here to read the full article, and head to Attorney at Work for more really good ideas.

(00:00) - Introduction to Legal Sales
(02:37) - What If I Reach Out But Get No Response
(03:08) - Avoid Seeming Pushy or Self-Promotional
(03:33) - Discomfort in Asking for Business
(03:57) - No Time For Business Development
(04:27) - Not Seeing Results Fast Enough

Music is "Take a Deep Breath" by Alsever Lake

What Makes a Good Lawyer: Five Essential Traits

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 05 May 2025 09:00:00 -0600

What makes a great lawyer? Is it intelligence, good people skills, effective writing? Five traits that make a lawyer stand above the rest.

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by Jamie Spannhake

Click here to read the full article, and head to Attorney at Work for more really good ideas.

(00:00) - Intro
(00:36) - Compassion
(01:47) - Listening
(02:32) - Assertiveness
(03:29) - Creativity
(04:24) - Perseverance
(04:55) - Bonus Trait: Technical Skills
(05:43) - Bonus Trait: Continuous Learning and Flexibility
(06:27) - Bonus Trait: Time Management and Organization
(07:17) - Bonus Trait: Client Relationships
(08:10) - Bonus Trait: Networking

Music is "One Last Hurrah" by Reveille

This is How to Make Friends in Three Easy Steps

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 02 May 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Making friends is an anxiety-inducing nightmare scenario for many people, especially those averse to mingling. It employs all of the triggers for the socially allergic: small talk, shaking hands, looking someone in the eye, and just being in the same room as other people.

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by Bull Garlington.

Click here to read the full article, and head to Attorney at Work for more really good ideas.

Additional Resources:

4 Easy Steps to Being a Small-Talk Superstar

How to Build Self-Confidence in Two Easy Steps

Music is "Lucky Number 7” by Dresden, The Flamingo

Ask, Don’t Tell: The Power of Questions in Winning New Business

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Many lawyers feel compelled to pounce on a new business opportunity by immediately presenting the case for the firm. But crafting good follow-up questions and prompting a conversation is the better path to winning new business.

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by Sally J. Schmidt.

Click here to read the full article, and head to Attorney at Work for more really good ideas.

Music is “Finger Snap” by Cast of Characters

17 Things I Wish I Knew as a First-Year Associate

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 28 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0600

When you are a first-year associate in a big law firm the way is fraught with booby-traps. Here are 17 tips to help you become an excellent attorney.

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by Jay Harrington.

Click here to read the full article, and head to Attorney at Work for more really good ideas.

(00:00) - Intro
(00:53) - Being Busy is No substitute for being productive
(01:08) - Stop making excuses
(01:25) - Work on your writing skills
(01:37) - Learn how to use a calendar
(01:46) - You have no idea how much senior partners value good associates
(02:01) - You have no idea how much partners detest bad associates
(02:11) - Understand business and learn from your clients
(02:24) - You’ll never develop clients sitting behind your desk
(02:42) - Eight years will go by faster than you think
(02:55) - Be serious, but don’t take yourself too seriously
(03:03) - Treat your colleagues with respect
(03:16) - Take vacations
(03:28) - Don’t be afraid to say no
(03:49) - Don’t hide from that notorious partner
(04:14) - Get out of your silo
(04:37) - Prep your family or significant other
(04:55) - Stay confident

Additional Resources:

Building Your Network: You’ll Regret Not Starting Sooner

Building Confidence: Strategies for Lawyers

Business Development Starters for Law Firm Associates

Music is "You Can’t Deny It" by Dr. Delight

Is the Law Ruining Your Relationship? Tips for Being a Better Partner

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0600

There’s an old saying, “Law is a jealous mistress.” After two of my own divorces and representing hundreds of divorce clients, I used to joke that I knew many ways to screw up a relationship but not very many ways to make them a success. Now I have a better idea of how lawyers can have successful relationships.

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by Gray Robinson.

Click here to read the full article, and head to Attorney at Work for more really good ideas.

(00:00) - The Science of Love
(01:20) - Time Management
(01:58) - Love Languages
(02:41) - Communication
(02:54) - Safety

Additional Resources:

Polyvagal Theory: A Science of Safety
5 Love Languages
5 Ways to Leave Your Lawyer at Work

Music is "Storyteller" by Shimmer

Annual Legal Fee Increases: 5 Ways to Make It Easier

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Wed, 23 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0600

If you’re not increasing your legal fees regularly, you’re taking a pay cut. Here are five essential steps to ensure your annual legal fee increases are thoughtful, fair and easy to implement.

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by David Skinner and Karen Skinner.

Click here to read the full article, and head to Attorney at Work for more really good ideas.

(00:00) - Why fee increases are a necessary part of your business practice
(01:08) - Building fee evaluations into your annual planning process
(01:45) - How to approach calculating fee increases
(02:43) - How to communicate fee changes to clients
(04:02) - Reinforce your value with every client interaction
(05:07) - Start now

Additional Resources:

When Potential Clients Ask About Your Fees

Do You Dread the Annual Planning Process? 5 Ways to Make It Easier

Small Firm Hourly Rates by State and Practice Area

Music is “Pillar” by Shimmer

You’re Not Hired! The Rules of Non-Engagement (Letters)

The Legal Broadcasting Company — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Non-engagement letters are exactly what they sound like: the opposite of an engagement letter. Here’s why sending them is a very good idea.

This episode of Attorney at Work Today is brought to you by Answering Legal.

Adapted from an article by Megan Zavieh.

Click here to read the full article, and head to Attorney at Work for more really good ideas.

(00:00) - Intro
(00:41) - Defining Non-Engagement Letters
(01:36) - The Unsuccessful Interview
(03:31) - The Never Consummated Relationship
(04:34) - The Difference Between Non-Engagement and Disengagement Letters
(05:19) - Writing Non-Engagement Letters

Additional Resources:
Should Your Engagement Letter Include Agreed Upon Procedures?
A Letter of Closure for All the Right Reasons

Music is Treehouse by Andy Ellison.

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Preparing For Witness Preparation

Talk It Out: The Best Dictation Tools for Lawyers

Law Firm Billing Leakage: You Are Giving Money Away Before the Invoice Goes Out

Why Legal Demand Is Unpredictable — and How It Affects Business Development for Lawyers

Integrity in Expert Testimony: Why This Expert Witness Loves Abraham Lincoln

Clients Don’t Have My Cell Number: 5 Rules for Preventing Lawyer Burnout

Rewarding Your Referral Sources

Why Your Brain Needs Creative Rest (and What That Actually Looks Like)

The Hotel California: How You Know It’s Time to Leave Your Law Firm

Seize the Scaffolding: Why Law Firm Growth Still Depends on Getting the Basics Right

Micro-Recovery: 5 Small, Realistic Ways to Reduce Stress During a Busy Workday

Microsoft Word Tips for Lawyers: Three Ways to Make Word Work Better

The Multilingual Lawyer’s Advantage: How to Tap Into the Immigrant Legal Services Market

AI for Litigators: How to Use AI for More Than Drafting and Summarization

The Seven Pillars of Legal MSO Deals

Beyond AI Policy: What to Tell Your Clients After Heppner

The Law Firm Productivity Myth That’s Burning Lawyers Out

Build Your Own Copilot Legal Assistant — No Tech Skills Required

What Insurers Want to See: Practical Steps to Reduce Your Cyber Insurance Costs

Nobody Told You It Would Be This Lonely: A Roadmap for Women Managing Partners

Eight Top Tips for Handling Complex Legal Cases

Legal Client Service Protocols: Tips to Ensure Things Don’t Slip Through the Cracks

They Had Relations: Five Tips for Better Client Communications

5 Tips to Make Time Entry Less Painful for Lawyers

Law Firm Write-Offs: What Your Leakage Is Trying to Tell You

Why Lawyers Need Boredom, Even Though It May Terrify Us

Overcoming Client Inertia: The Real Reason You Aren’t Closing New Business

How to Build a Weekly To-Do List for Business Development

The Smart Lawyer’s Guide to Reading a Marketing Report

Easing a Client’s Transition When Lawyers Leave or Retire

Three Keys to a Healthy Referral Network for Your Law Firm

Five Questions That Tell You If Your Law Firm’s Marketing Is Actually Working

Your Reasons to Not Go Solo Are Wrong: The Top 10 Fears of Going Solo

Why More Leads Won’t Fix Your Law Firm’s Marketing Problem

Delegating Legal Work: 7 Tips to Scale Your Practice

What Agentic AI Actually Means for Lawyers’ Daily Workflows

Lateral Partners Don’t Fail for Lack of Talent, They Fail for Lack of Trust

Valentine’s Day Emergency? Five Sweetheart Ideas for Busy Lawyers

Here’s How to Show Clients You Don’t Really Care

Attorney Productivity Tips: 5 Tips That Helped Me Get My Head Back Above Water

Full-Scale Integration Can Be the Key to Solving Unproductive Lateral Performance in Law Firms

5 Legal Marketing Shifts That Will Define 2026 (And What to Do About Them)

Late … Again?

Chronic Responsibility and Lawyer Burnout: Managing the Stress of Always Being the Responsible One

Has Your Boss Fallen Out of Love With You? 9 Signs

Starting 2026 Safely: Cybersecurity Best Practices for Law Firms

Start Differently This Year: 3 Smart Business Development Tips for 2026

Walking in Your Client’s Shoes

Sponsors Are the New Mentors, Especially for Women

Beyond the Hype: The Legal AI Tools Law Firms Are Really Using Today

Cybersecurity for Lawyers Who Don’t Want to Be Headlines

Young Lawyers: Making the Most Out of Your Mentoring Relationships

Want to Get Paid Faster? 5 Ways to Fix Law Firm Invoicing

Relationship-Based Business Development: The Power of Small Gestures

The Hidden Costs of Law Firm Technology: Are You Wasting Money Without Realizing It?

4 Ways Effective Practice Group Leaders Build Strong Peer Relationships

Ethics Considerations When Using AI Audio Overview Tools for Lawyers

Writing Your Annual Marketing Plan

The Non-Linear Path to a Fulfilling Legal Career

Micro Moves: How to Nurture Your Network When Your Schedule Is Packed

The Office Holiday Party Preparedness Guide: How to Blend In and Get Out

Delegation Isn’t Just a Work Hack, It’s a Life Hack: 5 Personal Tasks to Delegate Now

5 Ways to Really Take a Break from the Office

A Pre-Year-End Checklist for Solos and Small Firms

Generative AI for Litigators: A Trial Lawyer’s New Best Friend

The Art and Science of Goal Setting for Lawyers

Play to Win: Planning a Strong 4th Quarter for Your Law Practice

5 Ways Legal Marketers Can Lead AI Adoption in Law Firms

Three Binders Every Litigator Needs

How to Create a Law Firm Annual Plan that Doesn’t Die in a Drawer

Attorney Financial Planning Made Simple: 4 Vital Signs You Need to Track

Leaving Your Law Firm: Who Can You Tell, and When?

Seven Ways Lawyers Can Reduce Clients’ Stress

Lawyer Time Management: Four Productivity Building Blocks of Effective Lawyers

Getting Your Resume Ready for 2026: A Lawyer’s Guide to the New Hiring Landscape

Handwritten Notes Help Build Real Relationships

A Transactional Lawyer’s Guide: 5 Workflow Strategies to Reduce Risk and Build Better Client Relationships

Three Essentials for Anyone Considering Solo Practice Right Out of Law School

​​5 Essential Questions Every Lawyer Should Ask Before Using AI Tools

5 Essential Questions Every Lawyer Should Ask Before Using AI Tools