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law firm compensating model
Law Firm Operations

What’s the Right Law Firm Compensation Model for Your Firm

As a law firm owner, selecting the right compensation model is a critical decision that can significantly impact your firm’s success. The perfect model can attract top talent, motivate your team, foster a cooperative culture, and drive your firm’s profitability. With a variety of law firm compensation models to choose

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A boutique law firm utilizing legal practice management software
Matter Management

How Boutique Law Firms Benefit From Practice Management Software

As a boutique law firm, your specialized legal services have undoubtedly carved a unique space within the legal landscape. However, the administrative tasks integral to managing a small or specialty law firm can often pose significant challenges. Enter practice management software. Utilizing a practice management software can simplify your operations

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Attorney writing an end of representation letter
Law Firm Operations

How to Write an End of Representation Letter to a Client

Every legal journey has a beginning and an end. When it comes to closing a case, it’s crucial to formally communicate the end of representation with a closing letter to the client from the attorney. This is where the significance of an end of representation letter, also known as a

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Structuring a growing law firm
Law Firm Operations

How to Structure Your Law Firm As You Grow

As your law firm starts to grow, the structure of your business becomes increasingly critical. Your organization model significantly impacts your firm’s efficiency, profitability, and overall success. Let’s dive into the ins and outs of law firm partnership structures, the role of associate attorneys, and the law firm hierarchy, all

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appellate court
Law Firm Operations

Why Litigation Firms Need An Appellate Case Management System

Managing appellate cases can be an overwhelming task because of the unique complexities involved. Luckily there’s a solution that simplifies the process. An appellate case management system is a tool that can make a significant difference in a law firm’s operations, helping navigate these challenges effortlessly. Let’s explore these challenges

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Attorney working on an alternative to a billable hours chart
Billing, Payments & Accounting

The Best Alternative to Attorney Billable Hours Charts

In the legal profession, every minute counts. Traditionally, attorneys have relied on billable hours charts to account for their time. However, in today’s modern era, these methods are increasingly seen as outdated. As the industry evolves, there’s a growing need for a more efficient and accurate alternative to conventional billable

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Attorney working in a cloud-based law firm management software
Matter Management

Benefits of a Cloud-Based Law Firm Management Software

A top priority for law firms is to use technology for improving productivity, with 46% ranking it as a significant need to meet client demands. Cloud-based law firm management software provides law firms with numerous advantages, including streamlined operations, increased efficiency, reduced costs, and improved communication between clients and internal

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