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
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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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