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Payroll Part 1: In-House or Outsource

July 23, 2025

Payroll is one of those tasks that feels deceptively simple—until you’re the one responsible for it. It’s high-stakes, time-sensitive, and leaves no room for error. The decision to manage it internally or hire an outside provider deserves serious consideration. There’s no universal answer. The best option depends on your firm’s size, budget, staffing, and appetite for risk. … [Read more...] about Payroll Part 1: In-House or Outsource

The Heroine with a Headcount: Handling the Disruption Diva

July 23, 2025

By Lynne Curry Question: We thought we’d hit the jackpot when we hired “Sonali.” She possessed all the right skills, and her interview dazzled. My manager said, “I love her fresh thinking. Keep her happy; we need her.” The trouble surfaced in week three. Sonali pinged me on Slack. “FYI—our ticket system’s outdated. I built a new one in Notion. Should triple … [Read more...] about The Heroine with a Headcount: Handling the Disruption Diva

Employee safety briefing: Summer high temperatures

July 22, 2025

Dear Team, As the summer heat intensifies, we want to ensure your well-being and safety both in the office and during your daily activities. High temperatures can pose health risks and affect your performance, so it’s important to take necessary precautions. This safety briefing will provide you with valuable guidelines for staying safe during summer high … [Read more...] about Employee safety briefing: Summer high temperatures

Making Legal Services More Accessible with Flex Payments

July 17, 2025

Legal services are often essential—but expensive. Many potential clients hesitate to seek help not because they doubt your firm’s expertise, but because they’re unsure how they’ll afford it. That’s where flex payments come in. Offering flexible payment options can expand your client base, increase collections, and build goodwill—without compromising your bottom line. Here's how … [Read more...] about Making Legal Services More Accessible with Flex Payments

Wide Awake and Working (in Your Head)? Here’s How to Power Down for Real

July 17, 2025

By Lynne Curry At 2:38 a.m., Dave lies in bed, wide-eyed and wired. His inbox scrolls across his brain like a breaking news ticker: the half-baked budget draft, the client who’s ghosting, the slap-down from his boss in Monday’s staff meeting. He’s tried everything to fix his workday-fueled insomnia—melatonin, chamomile tea, melatonin, sleep podcasts, magnesium, and even … [Read more...] about Wide Awake and Working (in Your Head)? Here’s How to Power Down for Real

Office safety inspection checklist

July 16, 2025

The examples outlined below do not list all the possible items for office inspections. The best checklist for your workplace is one that has been developed for your specific needs. Whatever the format of the checklist, provide space for the inspectors' signatures and the date. Inspectors: Date: (O) Satisfactory (X) Requires … [Read more...] about Office safety inspection checklist

How to Implement a Leave Donation Program for Disasters

July 7, 2025

When one staff member faces a serious personal crisis—a medical emergency, natural disaster, or family tragedy—it often sends ripples through the whole office. Colleagues want to help, but don’t always know how. A leave donation program can offer a practical and compassionate way for staff to support each other during tough times by voluntarily donating their unused paid leave … [Read more...] about How to Implement a Leave Donation Program for Disasters

The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Legal Administration

July 7, 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer some futuristic concept you hear about in tech circles—it’s already reshaping the way law firms operate. While much of the buzz focuses on how AI tools can assist attorneys with legal research and drafting, the real transformation is also happening behind the scenes in legal administration. And if you're managing a law office, you’re in … [Read more...] about The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Legal Administration

July Is a Great Month to… Tackle What Gets Overlooked the Rest of the Year

July 1, 2025

Let’s be honest—law office life moves at lightning speed most of the year. There are deadlines to meet, clients to serve, and a constant shuffle of priorities. But July? July is different. The courts slow down, partners take vacations, and the calendar loosens just enough to give you some breathing room. That makes this the perfect month to catch up on the things that always … [Read more...] about July Is a Great Month to… Tackle What Gets Overlooked the Rest of the Year

How to Use Skills Tests in the Hiring Process

June 25, 2025

Hiring the right person can make or break a team’s success. Resumes and interviews only reveal part of the picture—sometimes the best way to evaluate a candidate’s potential is to see their skills in action. That’s where skills tests come in. If you’re involved in the hiring process and want a practical way to assess real capabilities, this primer will walk you through how to … [Read more...] about How to Use Skills Tests in the Hiring Process

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