By Lynne Curry As employers push forward with their return-to-office (RTO) policies, many unknowingly step into legal minefield. The shift back to in-person work presents a host of challenges—especially for employers balancing productivity with legal obligations. Whether it’s handling accommodation requests, avoiding discrimination claims, or ensuring compliance with … [Read more...] about Navigating Legal Risks in Return-to-Office Mandates
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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
Mastering the Small Law Office: Your Essential Cheat Sheet
Running a small law office means wearing a lot of hats — often at the same time. It’s a balancing act of managing tasks, supporting your team, keeping clients happy, and somehow finding time to breathe. This cheat sheet is your go-to guide for making it all run smoother. Whether you're a seasoned office manager or stepping into the role for the first time, these quick tips and … [Read more...] about Mastering the Small Law Office: Your Essential Cheat Sheet
Running a Small Office Without Running Yourself Ragged
When you manage a small law office, you're not just "the office manager"—you're often the receptionist, the billing coordinator, the IT support, the HR department, and the go-to problem solver. With just a couple other administrative staffers around you, it's all about smart juggling, creative teamwork, and knowing how to lead while getting your own work done. First, get … [Read more...] about Running a Small Office Without Running Yourself Ragged
The Benefit of a Wind-Down Ritual
By Camille Stell Transitioning from work to home was never something I had to think about. In the before (pandemic) times, I stepped away from work by getting in my car for an hour commute. I thought about my day, but I also began to naturally transition away from my work mindset. I listened to music or a podcast, I ran errands, or thought about meal planning, and by the … [Read more...] about The Benefit of a Wind-Down Ritual
Your April To-Do List for a Smooth-Running Law Office
As the second quarter of the year begins, April presents the perfect opportunity to refresh your law office’s operations, tie up loose ends from the first quarter, and get ahead of upcoming projects. Tax deadlines, compliance checks, and office efficiency improvements should all be on your radar this month. Use this to-do list to stay proactive and ensure your law office is in … [Read more...] about Your April To-Do List for a Smooth-Running Law Office
14 tips for improving your training content
Training is an ongoing process for your law office staff. Maintaining accurate, relevant and up to date content is also a continuing job. Consider these tips for managing your training content: You have to make someone responsible for keeping content current. Use titles and not names in your documentation, so you don't have to update when people leave your firm. Find … [Read more...] about 14 tips for improving your training content
How to organize workflow for paperless document management
Transitioning to a paperless document management workflow can significantly enhance the efficiency, security, and environmental footprint of your law firm. With advancements in technology, creating a paperless office is more feasible and beneficial than ever. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to create a paperless document management workflow for your law firm. 1. Assess … [Read more...] about How to organize workflow for paperless document management
Safety Briefing: Personal disaster preparedness at the office
Disasters can strike unexpectedly, even in the confines of an office environment. Being personally prepared for emergencies is essential to ensure your safety and well-being during challenging times. In this article, we will provide valuable advice on how you can be prepared for disasters while working in an office setting. Know the Emergency Procedures: Familiarize … [Read more...] about Safety Briefing: Personal disaster preparedness at the office
Supporting Law Firm Partners and Protecting the Practice: Addressing Alcohol Concerns with Care
If you suspect that a partner has an issue with alcohol that is affecting their work, it is a delicate yet urgent matter that requires careful handling. Addressing this situation with professionalism, discretion, and adherence to legal and ethical guidelines is essential for the well-being of the partner, the staff, and the firm as a whole. Here’s how to approach this … [Read more...] about Supporting Law Firm Partners and Protecting the Practice: Addressing Alcohol Concerns with Care