It’s easy to get swept up in the to-do lists, reports, scheduling, and troubleshooting that fill an office manager’s day. You’re juggling a hundred moving pieces, and just getting through the day without a printer jam or a staff meltdown feels like a win. But amid the whirlwind, there’s one small habit that can make a big difference—for morale, for relationships, and even for … [Read more...] about Why “Thank You” Matters More Than You Think
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Harnessing the Potential of Legal Project Management in Your Law Office
Legal work isn’t just about knowing the law—it’s about managing the people, processes, and timelines that keep cases and clients moving forward. That’s where legal project management (LPM) comes in. It’s not just a buzzword borrowed from the corporate world. When applied in a law firm setting, LPM can bring structure, predictability, and profitability to your operations—and … [Read more...] about Harnessing the Potential of Legal Project Management in Your Law Office
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
Get Ready for the 8 Top Compliance Challenges Coming in 2025
With new regulations, evolving technology, and increased scrutiny from both clients and regulators, 2025 is poised to bring a fresh set of hurdles for you to navigate. Being proactive and prepared can save your firm from potential pitfalls. Let’s explore the eight top compliance challenges on the horizon and how you can tackle them effectively. 1. … [Read more...] about Get Ready for the 8 Top Compliance Challenges Coming in 2025
Keep your firm’s goals current
We traditionally set our firm's goals for the beginning of the year, but setting targets on a quarterly or on-going basis keeps these goals current and relevant. Goals provide crucial support in guiding year decisions through this year and the years ahead. Goals mean that instead of reacting to whatever happens, you’re proactively driving your firm to where you want to … [Read more...] about Keep your firm’s goals current
4 ways to use voice technology to save time
The expectations from today’s business professionals continue to increase with an ever-changing modern world. Heaps of documentation and document creation needs add on to often already heavy workloads. Yet, there is limited to no help managing administrative tasks. As a busy office manager, there are always work processes to be improved, time to gain, and more efficient ways to … [Read more...] about 4 ways to use voice technology to save time
How to pick the right cleaning company for your law office
Maintaining a clean and well-organized environment is crucial for any law office. As a law office manager, one of your responsibilities is to ensure that the office space is clean, presentable, and conducive to productivity. Hiring a professional office cleaning company can provide the expertise and efficiency needed to maintain a pristine workspace. Here are eight factors to … [Read more...] about How to pick the right cleaning company for your law office
6 tips for choosing legal practice management software
By Diane Camacho There continues to be a tremendous push in the legal community from practice management software companies. This has evolved from the use of cloud-based software. What should practice management software do for you? Keep all your client information in one place. Keep all your information available to you on the go. Allow you to enter your … [Read more...] about 6 tips for choosing legal practice management software
5 ways to conduct law firm training without burnout
By Doug Striker I have written often about the importance of creating a learning culture at your law firm. It’s truly the only way for your firm to embrace new technologies and innovative solutions, thus serving your clients better and more efficiently. At the heart of any genuine learning culture is a training program that helps people advance their skills and knowledge. But … [Read more...] about 5 ways to conduct law firm training without burnout
Artificial intelligence can boost billable hours
Artificial Intelligence (AI) represents one of the latest advances in legal technology. Rather than replacing attorneys and support staff, AI can help lawyers and other legal professionals do more to serve their clients with greater efficiency and less expense. Teaching computers to learn One significant advantage of employing AI is the ability of machines to learn tasks that … [Read more...] about Artificial intelligence can boost billable hours