Attorney at Work

MARCH 25, 2025

David Arato | Is blogging an effective strategy for client acquisition in 2025, or should lawyers direct their efforts elsewhere? The post Is Legal Blogging Still a Viable Client Acquisition Strategy in 2025? appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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FEBRUARY 20, 2025

On Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 10:00 AM Central, Center for Advanced Legal Studies (CALS) will hold its 75th Commencement Ceremony for graduates of its paralegal programs. Elisas legal career began at a criminal law firm, progressing from intern to senior paralegal.

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Above The Law

APRIL 11, 2025

Its a bet-the-company litigation matter, and youre not quite sure which law firm to choose to handle the issue. You turn to a colleague for advice, and luckily enough, theyre ready to make a recommendation to you on the spot thanks to one firms superior client service.

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Above The Law

APRIL 30, 2025

Law.com refers to these institutions of higher education as the go-to law schools, and this year, theyre ranked by the percentage of 2024 graduates who took associate positions at the 500 largest law firms based on attorney head count. Something to ponder. Either way you slice it, this list is incredibly useful.

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Above The Law

APRIL 2, 2025

They say time is moneyfor law firms, every billable minute counts toward profitability. Yet many firms struggle to capture the full value of their work. In this post, well explore how passive time tracking is helping law firms maximize revenue, increase operational efficiency, and reduce administrative burdens.

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Above The Law

APRIL 23, 2025

News has compiled a new ranking for that , and it’s not at all shocking that some of the most elite law schools in the country top the list. As noted by the publication, these are the law schools whose graduates were “most likely to obtain full-time, long-term jobs at law firms with greater than 500 attorneys.”

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Above The Law

MARCH 11, 2025

Friday morning at SXSW , Niall Firth , the Executive Editor of the Newsroom at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), reviewed MITs annual list of 10 breakthrough technologies for 2025. The Top Ten Breakthrough Technologies for 2025 Here are the ten technologies that made this years list: Vera C.

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LawSites

APRIL 23, 2025

An overwhelming 87% of professionals in midsized law firms view investing in cutting-edge technology as critical for their firm’s future, with expectations for AI’s value growing significantly, according to the 2025 US Midsize Law Firm Priorities Report, released today by law practice management company Actionstep.

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Above The Law

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

In our forthcoming Spring 2025 publication, Fighting the Hypothetical: Why Law Firms Should Rethink the Billable Hour in the Generative AI Era, [1] we hypothesize that Generative AI (GenAI) technology will change forever how legal services are delivered and will force law firms to re-engineer their legacy economic model.

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Attorney at Work

DECEMBER 17, 2024

The post Starting Your Own Law Firm in 2025? Two Costly Mistakes to Avoid appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers. Katie Barnard | It's easy to fall prey to terms that could leave you without control over your most fundamental assets.

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MyCase

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Legal directories are online platforms where attorneys and law firms showcase their expertise, credentials, and services. Maintaining an up-to-date presence on law firm directories can enhance visibility while helping you build credibility and attract new leads.

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MyCase

DECEMBER 12, 2024

A law firm answering service manages client calls and website live chats on behalf of a law firm by answering, addressing, and forwarding calls and communication as needed. With a growing law firm comes more clients, more cases, and, unfortunately, more administrative work. Current prices may vary.

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Above The Law

APRIL 15, 2025

With a whopping 58 firms notching over a billion dollars in gross revenue, the financials of Biglaw look solid. Patrick Smith details the industry-wide trends: By the numbers, there is no other credible way to describe the overall performance of the 100 largest law firms by revenue: They crushed it. Full 100 list available here.

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Above The Law

MARCH 20, 2025

As a small law firm owner, your time is constantly stretched between serving your clients, growing your practice, and focusing on your personal needs. For law firm owners, your status as a Specified Service Trade or Business (SSTB) under tax law creates unique challenges for tax planning.

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Above The Law

JANUARY 7, 2025

After a great 2024, firms can either come back to reality or ride the coming storm to greater heights. The post Law Firms Face Uncertain Economic Future In 2025 appeared first on Above the Law.

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Above The Law

APRIL 1, 2025

Last week, the second installment of The General Counsel Report 2025 dropped. A peer shared, Our law firms are permitted to use AI tools but cannot bill the firm for that work alone. This might seem like a small shift, but it hits differently than “we’re investing in AI which will soon do everything for you.”

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Above The Law

JUNE 28, 2024

Did your law firm make the cut this time around? The post Vault Ranks The Best Law Firms For Diversity (2025) appeared first on Above the Law.

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Above The Law

JANUARY 3, 2025

Does your law firm have the urge to merge? The post Biglaw Mergers Expected To Continue Apace In 2025, Even As Law Firms Grow ‘Pickier’ appeared first on Above the Law.

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Above The Law

MAY 6, 2025

The past year was wonderful for law firms, and the Am Law Second Hundred had an incredible showing when it came to all things financial. The post The Am Law 200: Biglaw’s Second Hundred Crushes The Competition In Almost Every Financial Metric (2025) appeared first on Above the Law. Congratulations!

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Above The Law

JUNE 20, 2024

Which law firms are considered to be at the top of their game? The post Vault’s Top Law Firms By Practice Area And Region (2025) appeared first on Above the Law. Let's find out!

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Above The Law

JANUARY 10, 2025

The post The Outlook On Law Firm Attendance Policies In 2025 appeared first on Above the Law. How often will lawyers be headed to the office this year?

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Above The Law

MAY 12, 2025

When I previewed the 2025 CLOC Global Institut e last week, I focused on the doors this conference promised to open: doors to AI integration, smarter vendor selection, operational maturity, and a redefinition of legal department value. The post From Anticipation To Reality: CLOC Global Institute 2025 appeared first on Above the Law.

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Above The Law

MAY 9, 2025

I attended a fascinating presentation at this years CLOC Global Institute which focused on the results from the most recent CLOC in-house survey, which for the first time was conducted in collaboration with Harbor , a provider of legal services supporting law firms and corporate legal departments.

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Above The Law

JUNE 18, 2024

The post Vault 100 Rankings: The Most Prestigious Law Firms In America (2025) appeared first on Above the Law. Money continues to matter most for Biglaw associates.

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Above The Law

JULY 10, 2024

Is your midsize firm one of the best of the best? See if your law firm made the cut. The post Vault ‘Quality Of Life’ Rankings: The Best Midsize Law Firms To Work For (2025) appeared first on Above the Law.

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Above The Law

JUNE 26, 2024

Did your law firm make the cut this time around? The post Vault ‘Quality Of Life’ Rankings: The Best Law Firms To Work For In America (2025) appeared first on Above the Law. There's been a major shakeup in the rankings.

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LawSites

APRIL 1, 2025

April 1, 2025 CosmoLex and Rocket Matter, leading providers of legal practice management software in the ProfitSolv portfolio, today announced automated workflow capabilities as part of their cloud-based next-generation practice management solutions to help growing law firms manage and expand their […] KNOXVILLE, Tenn.,

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Above The Law

MARCH 18, 2025

The government may be coming after some of the most successful law firms in the country, but weve got just what every member of the legal profession wants to see to get their minds off this dystopian nightmare: a ranking of the best law schools in the world. What do you think about these worldly law school rankings?

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Attorney at Work

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Call Rail Legal trends 2025: Your guide to understanding emerging technologies, client expectations, and how to position your firm for success. The post 6 Key Legal Trends 2025: Prepare Your Firm for the Future appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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MyCase

JANUARY 13, 2025

For law firms and attorneys, filing 1099 forms is a critical part of maintaining compliance with IRS regulations. In this blog, youll learn best practices to help your firm streamline its 1099 preparation process to meet the 2025 1099 filing deadline. The 1099 filing deadline for 2025 is January 31.

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Above The Law

JANUARY 27, 2025

From training to technology, uncover the essential steps to futureproof your law firm in a competitive market. The post Why Better Financial Acumen Is The Key To Law Firm Success In 2025 appeared first on Above the Law.

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Above The Law

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Does your law firm have the urge to merge? The post Already Robust Law Firm Merger Activity To Reach ‘Higher Level’ In 2025 appeared first on Above the Law. Join the club!

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Above The Law

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Law firm merger interest is at an 'all-time high' -- and it really shows. The post Two More Biglaw Firms Announce Their Intent To Combine In 2025 appeared first on Above the Law.

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Above The Law

JULY 11, 2024

Which law firms are considered to be at the top of their game? The post Vault Rankings: Top Midsize Law Firms By Regional Prestige (2025) appeared first on Above the Law. Let's find out!

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Above The Law

JUNE 27, 2024

Which law firm do summer associates love most? The post Vault Ranks The Best Summer Associate Programs (2025) appeared first on Above the Law.

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Livesay&Myers

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

appears in the 2025 edition… Continue reading Livesay & Myers, P.C. Listed in 2025 Edition of Best Lawyers Best Law Firms The post Livesay & Myers, P.C. Listed in 2025 Edition of Best Lawyers Best Law Firms appeared first on Livesay & Myers, PC.

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Above The Law

APRIL 4, 2025

According to Vaults 2025 Best Law Firms ranking, which Biglaw firm scored best for formal associate training? Hint: This West Coast firm is know for prioritizing both training and associate wellness. The post The Biglaw Firm That Provides The Best Training To Be An Actual Lawyer appeared first on Above the Law.

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