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

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

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

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

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

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

When attorneys talk about growing their firms, the conversation usually focuses on one thing: getting more clients. That makes sense. Marketing, referrals, reputation—those are the engines that bring new business… Read More

If you spend enough time working with law firms, you start to see the same staffing problem over and over again. An attorney realizes they need help. They’re buried in… Read More

What happens when delegation doesn't work (and how to fix it): My conversation with DocketWorks Director of Client Services Amber Horos There’s a certain groove that many attorneys fall into… Read More