A lawyer ethics complaint is one of the most feared possibilities. There’s simply no way to guarantee if the bar
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Addressing the Most Common Problems Lawyers Have With Their Clients Before They Happen
Being a lawyer isn’t easy. Sometimes, you know you have an existing problem with a client. Then there are times
Paying Yourself from an IOLTA: How to Avoid an Ethics Complaint
Paying yourself from an IOLTA account is an important concept in law office management. An IOLTA account is a trust
How to Use Legal Tech to Move Forward After a Cal State Bar Investigation
When a Cal State Bar investigation against you ends, your work still isn’t quite complete. While you can definitely release
Fulfilling Your Ethical Obligations When Leaving a Law Firm
The decision to leave a law firm happens for many reasons. Regardless, lawyers must fulfill ethical obligations when leaving a
Lawyers, Here’s How to Recover from Bar Discipline
Bar discipline is a serious matter. It’s a stressful time. If you don’t know how to recover from bar discipline,
Avoiding a Bar Complaint: Proactive Planning for the Most Frequent Attorney Client Problems
Current and former clients file bar complaints for various reasons. As a lawyer, you should proactively plan to handle the
Social Media for Lawyers: Protect Your Reputation and Your Practice
Social media for lawyers can be a slippery slope. You want to get in front of your target audience and
Law Students: 5 Things You Need to Know Now to Protect Your Future Law Practice
Law students have a lot to worry about: passing mid-terms and finals, writing competitions, law review journal, preparing for the
What Is the Attorney’s Obligation to Return the Client File in California?
If a client no longer wants to use their current attorney’s legal services, what is the attorney’s obligation to return