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5 Ways Organization Retrains The Brain

It seems like every new productivity app, social networking platform, and office software package strives to do two things and do them well: keep the layout intuitive and make productivity rewarding. When software is cluttered, or interfaces make no sense, the app, the platform, or the service tends to die to competitors. Quite simply, the human brain needs systems that… Read More

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What To Focus On: And What To Let Go


While there are plenty of articles out there geared toward helping you focus better, many attorneys are already familiar with methods to help you hone in and grind away at… Read More arrow

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Does Delegation Have Mental Health Benefits?


Delegation has developed some unfortunate connotations in corporate and other white-collar circles. To some, it brings to mind the irritating, coffee-slurping boss of Office Space. To others, it brings to… Read More arrow

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Working With Your ILA: Why To Onboard And How To See Superior Results


The real work that drives your firm is work that moves cases forward, wins for your clients, and is billable. So how can you devote the most time possible to… Read More arrow

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Time-Blocking For Trials: A Structural Approach To Undivided Attention


The sheer number of productivity methods out there can be staggering. Some have been around a while, like the Porodomo Method. Others are more recent, though many of these newer… Read More arrow

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Top 10 Ways To Support Your Paralegal


Stress, Expectations, And Reality Many bright, ambitious young people get into paralegal work due to an interest in justice, the law, and a better understanding of how our country’s social… Read More arrow

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What An ILA’s Day Looks Like


Maybe you’ve been considering extra legal help, but aren’t quite sure whether to hire a paralegal or try something new. Maybe you already have a great paralegal and know what… Read More arrow

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5 Lies About Delegation That Too Many Lawyers Believe


For many attorneys, “delegation” is something they’ve been taught to regard with scorn. If you were raised in a home with impossibly high standards, or have taught yourself to tie… Read More arrow

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Positive Vs. Negative Stress: How To Tell The Difference


Study after study has been done drawing attention to the role of stress in the lives of attorneys, law students, and even paralegals. But not all stress is negative. In… Read More arrow

Why Many Law Firms Burn Out After Early Success


One of the most interesting things about working with law firms for more than fifteen years is how predictable certain patterns become. Attorneys in different states, different practice areas, and… Read More arrow

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