By Karen Korr and Lyle Moran Nowadays, social media gives you myriad ways to connect to the press and find reporters who may be interested in your story, your client, or even your law...
By Edward McIntyre Macbeth, Duncan and Sara were enjoying a celebratory toast at the Red Coach & Horses when MacTavish, drink in hand, joined them. “Have you guys seen the news about that major...
By Edward McIntyre Macbeth and Duncan were returning from court when Clyde Tabbit caught up with them. “Macbeth, got a question. Got a minute?” “Here’s our building. Let’s go up to the office.” “Really...
By Joan R. M. Bullock In the March/April issue I wrote the article, “Today’s Lawyer,” focusing on the solo and small firm practitioner. I noted how the DIY economy, fueled by commoditization of legal...
By Henry Angelino 2018 is coming to a close and many firm leaders are thinking about their plans and goals for 2019. One typical consideration is whether to expand their firm by hiring additional...
By Carole Buckner ABA Formal Opinion 483 provides a roadmap regarding a lawyer’s ethical obligations following a cyberattack or data breach involving confidential client information, where such information is misappropriated, destroyed or otherwise compromised,...
By Christine Pangan As attorneys, we are sometimes expected to be available 24/7 for our work or clients. What happens when you want to take time off for the birth of your child? San...
By Henry Angelino The holiday season is in full swing as we prepare for the end of the year and plan for next year. We are attempting to balance our case load with family...
By Edward J. McIntyre On August 30, the California Supreme Court decided Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton, LLP v. J-M Manufacturing Company, Inc. (2018) 6 Cal.5th 59. On all issues but one, the Court was unanimous; five justices,...
By David Majchrzak Law firms of all sizes have increasingly become the subject of cyber attacks. They maintain highly sensitive data, including private information about their clients. They have inside information about businesses, including...