Q: “I’m looking for a naming protocol guideline—a compilation of legal and non-legal abbreviations and acronyms for naming documents in our…
MANAGING THE OFFICE
Ask the Expert: How to name documents in a document management system
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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
How to implement a leave-sharing program
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“How can I help?”
It’s a question that many employees ask when a co-worker or a co-worker’s family member is facing a…
YOUR CAREER
Wish you’d never said that? Here’s how to save the day and perhaps your job
July 27, 2018 by
When you’re working in a high-stress environment, it’s not uncommon for tempers to flare and words said that shouldn’t be. It’s unfortunate and…
PRODUCTIVITY
How simple technology solutions can make your job astonishingly easier
July 20, 2018 by
As a law office manager, there likely are many days when you are frantically running around trying to make plays, getting blindsided by distractions, and sometimes even…
WORKPLACE SAFETY
What #MeToo means for corporate America and why employers must continue to address sexual harassment in the workplace
July 20, 2018 by
The #MeToo movement brought awareness and conversation to one of the most urgent issues facing the workplace today…
MANAGING STAFF
Try this proven 7-part employee award program to build motivation throughout the year
July 20, 2018 by
In a New York state office, the employee-of-the-month award goes beyond cursory congratulations. It is a recognition that lasts all year with seven reward components…
BILLING & COLLECTIONS
Don’t give discounts to clients without first calculating cost
July 20, 2018 by
Discounts are dangerous things. Some firms give them out willingly in exchange for a guaranteed volume of business. Others wind up…
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
3 tips for selecting a health and benefits advisor
July 13, 2018 by
By David C. Fortosis bio
The responsibility of selecting, designing, financing, and managing employee benefits is a critical task in today’s law office business. Retirement and medical benefits are subject to more and more…
REDUCING MALPRACTICE SUITS
How and why you need to carefully screen cold calls from potential new clients
July 13, 2018 by
What’s your firm’s process for dealing with a potential new client? What happens when someone sends the firm an email asking for a quote for a real estate transaction or when a frantic caller leaves a…
MARKETING
5 tactics to try at the next trade show to bring in new business
July 13, 2018 by
It’s inexpensive. It hits the exact market the firm wants to target. And it provides face-to-face contact with potential clients…
