Attorney Protective

Join us for a CLE webinar on September 25th on the competitive landscape for lawyers and law firms in a digital world is fierce. And the more aggressive it becomes, the greater the risks of running afoul of ethical rules and considerations. Maintaining technological competence and client confidentiality when using online marketing tools and social media are critical. But also understanding the compliance issues that go beyond simply reading the Rules of Professional Conduct can be the difference between a successful campaign and a dreaded violation letter. Join ethics attorney Micah Buchdahl, founder and president of HTMLawyers, Inc., and Kate Gould, AttPro Risk Management attorney, as they discuss how to effectively and ethically market in a digital world. https://lnkd.in/dA3pXDv

Have you ever wondered, Do ethics rules foreclose use of ChatGPT? or Can I use the results of ChatGPT and court filings? Carolyn Elefant of myshingle.com answers some of these burning questions on ChatGPT, specifically as they apply to solo and small law firms. https://lnkd.in/gN2kaDwv

More than just malpractice insurance, we've got you covered. Now offered in most states, Cyber Liability and Breach Response Endorsement! Learn more on our website and speak with your agent about cyber coverages. https://lnkd.in/gKE3dHhT

Join Erica Grigg from Grigg Counseling and Michelle Fontenot from the Texas Lawyers Assistance Program for Sober Curious? Tools For Overcoming Substance Abuse on August 28th as they thoughtfully examine substance abuse, offer tools to help lawyers find the path to sobriety and wellness in this 60-minute webinar. https://lnkd.in/d9psEsFD

A critical aspect of the practice of law is managing risk, not just for your clients but for yourself. Risk management begins at the outset of the representation and should continue until the representation concludes. By incorporating risk management into your daily practice of law, you can avoid legal malpractice claims and disciplinary complaints, and better set yourself up for the defense of such claims should you be faced with either down the road. Below are some practical risk management tips to incorporate into your practice. https://lnkd.in/g5QurJDw #lawfirms #lawyers #legalmalpractice

Available on our website as one of our many risk management benefits for firms, find fee agreements, letters, closing documents, and other correspondent samples. https://lnkd.in/gfp86krG #lawfirms #engagementletter #feeagreements #lawyers #attorneys #lawfirm

As a new lawyer about to take my first vacation, I remember assuring the managing partner that I would be available by phone and checking my email. Although he did not discourage my accessibility, he recalled what taking a vacation was like before being tethered to a Blackberry (these were pre-iPhone days). He said something to the effect of, “There was no laptop to take with you or email to check on your phone. We would just return to the office to a little pile of pink messages on our desk.” https://lnkd.in/geDtCvgZ

In today’s virtual world, most people conduct their own research online for everything from law firms to coffee makers. Consequently, a negative online review has the potential to adversely affect, not only a business’s reputation, but also its viability. Because of that, it is only natural to want to defend oneself or one’s business when confronted with a review that one believes is inaccurate or derogatory. However, because lawyers are required to follow a specific code of ethics and are held to a higher standard than other professions, they need to proceed with caution when confronted with a negative online review. Although easier said than done, taking the high road is often the most respected and effective route. https://lnkd.in/gpjphasU #lawfirmmarketing #legalethics #lawyers

I have represented hundreds of plaintiffs and defendants at mediation and served as a mediator for more than 10 years. I have found that, when direct negotiations fail, mediation gives the parties a way to restart negotiations through the buffer of an empathetic neutral who serves as the emissary to get the parties talking again. The skilled mediator can find just the right pace and cadence for the caucuses to build momentum toward closure by making sure both sides’ positions are positively impacting the negotiations. https://lnkd.in/gFETuEmR #mediation #attorney #legal

Everyone generally accepts the proposition today that diversity + inclusion in the workplace is a laudable and worthwhile objective – at least in the abstract. But when the rubber meets the road – when D+I initiatives require significant investment or buy-in from leadership – sometimes D+I leaders are required to justify those requests. https://lnkd.in/gDJB8q2F #diversity #inclusion #legalhiring