Reaching out to someone you haven’t spoken to in a while can feel a little awkward—but when done with authenticity and a clear sense of purpose, it can also be incredibly rewarding. Whether it’s a former colleague, mentor, or someone you crossed paths with years ago at a conference, reviving an old connection can open new doors and enrich your professional network. As an office … [Read more...] about Reconnecting with Purpose: How to Invite Someone from the Past into Your Career Network
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Building a Future-Ready Law Office: How to Embrace New Legal Tech Without Disrupting Your Team
Adopting new technology can feel a little like trying to fix a moving car. You know your law office needs to stay competitive, efficient, and secure, but introducing change without causing confusion—or outright resistance—can be tricky. The good news is, you can guide your team through a tech transition smoothly by being intentional about how you approach it. Start by … [Read more...] about Building a Future-Ready Law Office: How to Embrace New Legal Tech Without Disrupting Your Team
How to Develop an Effective Knowledge Management System for Your Law Office
If you’ve ever watched your team spend too much time digging for a document, asking around for a template, or reinventing the wheel on routine tasks, you already know why knowledge management matters. An effective system makes your law office smarter, faster, and more consistent—and building one doesn’t have to be overwhelming if you approach it step-by-step. Start by … [Read more...] about How to Develop an Effective Knowledge Management System for Your Law Office
How to Manage Conflict Between Attorneys and Support Staff (Without Taking Sides)
You hear a paralegal venting to a coworker in the break room: "I can't work like this! He dumps last-minute filings on my desk and expects them done yesterday." Meanwhile, the attorney claims the assistant "just isn't responsive enough."Situations like this aren't unusual in a law office — but they can quickly escalate if not handled carefully. As the manager, you're often the … [Read more...] about How to Manage Conflict Between Attorneys and Support Staff (Without Taking Sides)
New Case Opening Checklist
Opening a new case properly sets the tone for the entire client experience and the case’s ultimate success. This checklist is designed to guide law office administrators through the critical internal steps needed to launch a new matter efficiently, securely, and in full compliance with office procedures. Completing each step ensures that attorneys and staff have everything they … [Read more...] about New Case Opening Checklist
How I Outsmart My To-Do List (with a Little Help from Tech)
By Camille Stell In the fast-paced world of small law firms, wearing multiple hats is the norm. Whether you're a paralegal juggling deadlines and client correspondence or an office manager coordinating calendars and compliance, staying organized and efficient is key. As someone who consults with law firms every day, I’ve discovered two tech tools that have transformed my … [Read more...] about How I Outsmart My To-Do List (with a Little Help from Tech)
Employee Safety Briefing: Ensuring a safe work environment in our law office
Dear Team, At [Law Firm Name], our top priority is the well-being and safety of our employees. We recognize that maintaining a safe work environment is crucial for our collective success. In light of this, we would like to provide you with important information and guidelines to ensure your safety while working at our law office. This briefing incorporates recommendations … [Read more...] about Employee Safety Briefing: Ensuring a safe work environment in our law office
Is AI Pushing You Into a Career Change?
By Lynne Curry Tish spent fifteen years as a legal assistant. She’d honed her skills and mastered the ins and outs of case files and court scheduling. She knew the quirks of each of her senior partners. A year ago new software rolled in—AI tools that scanned thousands of pages of case law in seconds, summarized legal documents with eerie precision, and auto-generated … [Read more...] about Is AI Pushing You Into a Career Change?
How to Celebrate National Administrative Professionals Day
National Administrative Professionals Day, coming up on April 30, is an occasion to recognize and celebrate the hardworking administrative professionals who keep your office running smoothly. As an office manager, this day is an opportunity to show your appreciation for the critical role your administrative staff plays in the success of the organization. Here’s why National … [Read more...] about How to Celebrate National Administrative Professionals Day
Stress Awareness Month: A Chance to Foster Openness and Support
April is Stress Awareness Month, an observance that’s been held every year since 1992 and is sponsored by the Stress Management Society. As an office manager, this is a valuable opportunity to shine a light on a topic that affects everyone—especially in fast-paced, high-pressure workplaces. By using this month to acknowledge stress and talk openly about it, you can take … [Read more...] about Stress Awareness Month: A Chance to Foster Openness and Support