Document review is an increasingly difficult problem for many law firms and companies during litigation. The vast amount of data, communications, documents, and other information … [Read more...] about Document Review Matters: Considerations When Hiring Contract Attorneys
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Law Firm Growth During an Uncertain Legal Climate – Part 2: How to Ethically Use Freelance Lawyers & Referral Fees
By Erin Giglia and Laurie Rowen As we approach the end of 2020, we are all hopeful that the economic effects of the pandemic are improving. Law firms are addressing increased … [Read more...] about Law Firm Growth During an Uncertain Legal Climate – Part 2: How to Ethically Use Freelance Lawyers & Referral Fees
Law Firm Growth During an Uncertain Legal Climate – Part 1: Of Counsel Relationships
By Erin Giglia & Laurie Rowen The legal climate is changing by the day, and law firms everywhere are trying to position themselves strategically to thrive. Many firms want … [Read more...] about Law Firm Growth During an Uncertain Legal Climate – Part 1: Of Counsel Relationships
When Does a Lawyer Violate California’s Ethical Duty of Competence?
Questions regarding the legal ethical “duty of competence” can arise when law firms outsource legal work to freelance/contract attorneys. Section 6067 of the California Business … [Read more...] about When Does a Lawyer Violate California’s Ethical Duty of Competence?
Of Counsel, Freelance and Other Lawyer Relationships Published in AWI Journal
The AWI Journal recently published “Of Counsel, Freelance and Other Lawyer Relationships” authored by Laurie Rowen and Erin Giglia. The AWI Journal is a peer-reviewed professional … [Read more...] about Of Counsel, Freelance and Other Lawyer Relationships Published in AWI Journal