Regardless of your opinion of budgets, they are vital for building and managing a law practice, says Brenda Barnes, a certified public accountant (CPA) and managing principal of B2 Management and Consulting LLC. She adds that while lawyers often don't appreciate or pay attention to budgets, they are critical to financial planning within your firm. The benefits of a budget … [Read more...] about Why budgeting and cash flow forecasting are essential for effective law office management