Independence Day is upon us! Time to break out the grill, nosh on delicious goodies, fire off those crackers, and spend some quality time with loved ones. These are certainly great ways to celebrate the 4th of July, but if you live in the greater Orlando area and are looking to do […]
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Jun
Jun
Attorneys work hard. This is an incontrovertible truth. If you happen to be one of those hardworking attorneys, it’s important that you take time to play hard as well. Striking balance between work and play can be difficult. It takes courage and a willingness to say “no” when […]
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Jun
Jun
Having a legal newsletter is a great way to keep your firm top of mind. To be “top of mind” means that you and your firm remain fresh in your clients’ minds. This is a good place to be, especially if a matter arises and your clients find they need legal assistance. After […]
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May
May
It’s true – mother nature can make your firm more successful. Here’s how: There is a theory that, by incorporating nature into your daily life, you will improve workplace performance. The theory is tied to the hypothesis of Biophilia – an idea that suggests that humans possess an innate tendency to […]
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May
May
Marketing in the legal field is no longer limited to print ads, television commercials, and radio spots. The process extends far beyond the stereotypical advertising gimmick, into the realm of daily work life. Marketing should be a part of every firm’s regular routine. Promoting the firm is vital to maintaining current clients, […]
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Apr
Apr
Do you have a hearing, deposition, or trial coming up soon? Will your experts and client(s) be expected to provide testimony? As an attorney, your job entails research, planning, and preparing yourself for impending proceedings, but it also includes preparing your client(s) and experts for their big day in court. It’s […]
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Mar
Mar
In the Land of Law, there are a number of things considered integral to the management of a successful lawsuit. Calendaring is certainly at the top, as is a healthy understanding of statutes, caselaw, and the rules of procedure. Another important item is strategy—one cannot build a proper claim or defense without it. Yet, […]
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Feb
Feb
There’s no doubt about it—we all have something amazing to share with the world. Yet, some of us suffer from crippling shyness and introversion, two traits that don’t exactly cater to the business philosophy of “see and be seen”. While it’s true that the business (and legal) world pushes entrepreneurs and law firm partners […]
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Feb
Feb
Ever reach a point where you just…hit a wall? We’re speaking metaphorically, of course, but say you’ve been working on a case or in a particular type of law for a while and suddenly you look up and it’s like the Shawshank Redemption—there’s fifteen feet of concrete around you and you’ve got nothing […]
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Jan
Jan
You read that right. Encouraging your employees to lead a healthy lifestyle can increase your firm or business’ productivity. Good physical health not only decreases the incidence of absence among workers, it also stimulates good mental health. Scientific research shows that healthier employees outperform their less than healthy counterparts. They are more productive, keep […]