Managing today's law office
By Peter M. Fishbein

Abstract: Managing a law firm in today's environment requires an individual to deal with a wide variety of issues. These include (1) technology - ranging from assisting attorneys to understand the new standards associated with electronic evidence to determining what hardware and software to purchase for the office;....

Keeping the client happy while protecting your practice
By Marian C. Rice

Abstract: To borrow the cadence from a well-known real estate mantra - nothing matters more in maintaining the attorney-client relationship than communication, communication, communication. Nearly 17% of all claims asserted against attorneys directly result from a breakdown in communication and yet, this is one of the easiest type of claims to prevent.

Home is where the firm is
Some guidelines and observations from a solo practitioner who practices out
By Jim Fiorillo

Abstract: David Aker does not need to concern himself with frenzied commutes to the office, inconvenient staff meetings, and cantankerous coworkers. Mr. Aker practices patent law as a solo practitioner from his home in Westchester County. His client base includes some large business entities, some of which are located on Long Island, as well as a number of private clients.