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
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How Attorneys and Staff Can Improve Timekeeping Habits to Avoid Lost Revenue
Accurate time tracking is the foundation of a profitable law firm. Yet, many firms lose thousands—if not millions—of dollars each year due to untracked or underreported billable time. Poor timekeeping habits, delayed entries, and inefficient processes can eat away at revenue without anyone noticing. As a law office manager, you can help attorneys and staff develop better time … [Read more...] about How Attorneys and Staff Can Improve Timekeeping Habits to Avoid Lost Revenue
Case File Organization Checklist for Law Office Administrators
Maintaining an organized and efficient case file management system is essential to ensuring that your team can work effectively and that clients receive the best possible representation. This checklist is designed to help you streamline the process, minimize errors, and keep everything running smoothly. Whether you're dealing with physical files, digital records, or a … [Read more...] about Case File Organization Checklist for Law Office Administrators
Covering Cases and Crises: How Temp Staff Keep Your Law Office Moving
Staffing a law office comes with its challenges—tight deadlines, fluctuating caseloads, and unexpected absences can create gaps that need to be filled quickly. That’s where temporary and contract employees can play a vital role. Whether you’re covering for an employee on leave, managing a sudden influx of cases, or handling a special project, temp staff can provide the … [Read more...] about Covering Cases and Crises: How Temp Staff Keep Your Law Office Moving
Make Every Minute Count: Best Practices for Year-End Timekeeping and Billing
By Camille Stell As the end of the year approaches, many law firms feel increased billing pressure. Clients want to close out matters, attorneys want to hit revenue goals, and accounting departments are racing to finalize the books. For paralegals and staff, this is the season when accurate, consistent, and timely timekeeping is more important than ever. Why Detailed … [Read more...] about Make Every Minute Count: Best Practices for Year-End Timekeeping and Billing
Law Graduates of Color, First-Gen Students Lag in Jobs, Salaries Despite Strong Market
Racial and socioeconomic disparities persist in law graduate employment, according to new data released by the National Association for Law Placement (NALP). The organization’s Jobs & JDs: Employment and Salaries of New Law Graduates — Class of 2024 report found that while the latest class entered a historically strong job market, graduates of color and first-generation … [Read more...] about Law Graduates of Color, First-Gen Students Lag in Jobs, Salaries Despite Strong Market
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
How to Unplug from Work Over the Thanksgiving Holiday
Thanksgiving is almost here, and as a law office administrator, you’re no stranger to the fast-paced nature of your role. From managing deadlines to keeping operations seamless, it’s easy to let work take over your time. But even the most dedicated administrators need a chance to recharge. Thanksgiving offers a perfect opportunity to step back, enjoy the holiday, and return … [Read more...] about How to Unplug from Work Over the Thanksgiving Holiday
Law Office Data Security and Privacy Audit Checklist
As legal practices handle sensitive client information, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of this data is paramount. A comprehensive audit of data security and privacy practices helps identify vulnerabilities, ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and implement best practices to safeguard information. Use this checklist as a guide to … [Read more...] about Law Office Data Security and Privacy Audit Checklist