CARET Legal

APRIL 8, 2024

The relentless pursuit of billable hours in the legal profession often leads to overwork and burnout, undermining lawyers’ well-being and job satisfaction. On one hand, it’s a measure of a lawyer’s productivity and a key revenue driver for law firms.

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Attorney at Work

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Sooner or later, every lawyer in solo or small firm practice asks themselves whether they should create a law firm website — or how long they can put it off. Maybe you have started by claiming a free Google business profile for your law firm and using social media to connect with potential clients.

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CARET Legal

APRIL 24, 2024

A must-have feature of legal practice management platforms, case management software, centralizes all your case files, communications, billing, and scheduling in one platform — it’s truly like having a command center for your law firm. Case delays often occur due to lost files or miscommunication.

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CARET Legal

MARCH 13, 2024

In 2024, improving law firm efficiency is as important as ever as firms continue to face increasing pressure to improve performance, deliver services efficiently, and reduce costs. Law firms that fail to adopt strategies to improve efficiency risk falling behind their competitors.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

JUNE 1, 2022

Lawyers make ad hoc decisions about business management , all the time. Attorneys often overestimate how much money they make, and underestimate how much money they pay out, in terms of case expenses and overhead. To get started, visit Red Cave's NCBA landing page , and start running your law practice like a business.

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CARET Legal

MAY 8, 2024

In a high-pressure environment where every second counts, managing time poorly can lead to a domino effect of problems that can be detrimental to your firm’s success. As a law firm owner, you’re no stranger to the whirlwind of activities that fill your day. Let’s dive into this together.

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CARET Legal

MAY 3, 2024

Outdated law firm operations are causing firms to lose the top-tier talent they’ve invested significant time and resources in training. How law firms can adapt to a new workforce To attract and retain top talent, law firms need to adapt to the expectations of modern legal professionals.

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CARET Legal

MARCH 22, 2024

Choosing the right structure is crucial for supporting growth and ensuring long-term success for your law firm. As your law firm starts to grow, the structure of your business becomes increasingly critical. Your organization model significantly impacts your firm’s efficiency, profitability, and overall success.

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Attorney at Work

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Smokeball has an unusual name, to be sure; but, it actually comes from a famous legal case , which just about every substantive law-loving attorney can appreciate. (I Smokeball was founded in 2010 and has been adding useful features for law firms ever since. I love the smell of precedent in the morning.)

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LawSites

MAY 16, 2023

The majority of law firms use just five or fewer unique software products, according to a legal industry study published today by the law practice management company Smokeball. The smaller the firm, the higher this percentage goes. In firms of 2-10 lawyers, 86% use five or fewer products.

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CARET Legal

APRIL 5, 2024

Lawyer burnout can significantly impact a lawyer’s ability to perform and deliver quality work, affecting productivity, revenue and client relationships. Lawyer burnout is a significant and prevalent issue in the modern legal profession. What Causes Lawyer Burnout?

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LawSites

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Seven times since 2016, Thomson Reuters has conducted a survey on the state of small law firms in the U.S., and every time, it found that small firms had made virtually no progress on one of their greatest challenges, which is that they spend too much time on administrative tasks to the exclusion of practicing law.

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CARET Legal

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Leave missed deadlines and forgotten tasks behind with CARET Legal Workflows Routine Tasks Perfect for Automation Every attorney at every law firm has a set of repetitive activities they execute on a daily/weekly basis. Family Law Firms: Divorce In family law firms , handling a client’s divorce is a common attorney task.

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LawTechnologyToday

JANUARY 31, 2023

We hear a lot about legal technology changing the way law firms operate, but technology doesn’t drive change: it empowers law firms to make the changes they want to make, or that they need to make to stay competitive and grow their businesses. And that’s just the lawyers. And, that option matters to them.

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MyCase

APRIL 24, 2023

Law practice management software (LPMS) is growing at an accelerated rate among law firms looking to improve business competitiveness, productivity, and profitability. According to the American Bar Association (ABA) 2022 Tech Report , the adoption growth of LPMS is clear—with a notable increase in solo and small firms.

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MyCase

AUGUST 22, 2022

When imagining a successful lawyer, most of us picture the often glamorized biglaw lawyer. You know the type—nice office, big desk, fancy suit, and working long hours on a stack of case files. But there are several ways to practice law. How boutique law firms differ from biglaw firms. What is biglaw?

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LawSites

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

In a post here in April , I wrote about the imminent launch of Virtual Law Clinic , a product designed to make it easier for law firms and legal organizations to manage their pro bono matters, enabling them to assign matters to lawyers, monitor case statuses, document outcomes, and provide training materials and forms.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

MARCH 17, 2019

If you’re a lawyer, law firm software is everywhere. Make one online search for the term, and you’re caught up in the vortex of SEO -- you’ll be served law firm software advertisements wherever you go online, from now until the end of time. This is your lodestar for the future of your law firm technology platform.

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LawTechnologyToday

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

We often hear lawyers say they went to law school to study law, not to learn how to run a firm. When faced with challenging daily tasks, such as managing invoices and reconciling trust account transactions, even the most brilliant legal minds struggle to build a successful practice. . Time-Tracking Software .

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

I’ve got some surprising news: some lawyer didn’t invent the idea of CRM software. Neither were the relational databases that serve as the backbone for law practice management softwares built for law firms. First of all, software built for lawyers is more likely to h ouse features that attorneys care about.

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Rocket Matter

JANUARY 17, 2023

If you’re creative enough, you could compare case management to a race. When you’re focused on the road, the “wheels” of your internal workflows roll in harmony to move each case forward toward the finish line. Integrated features for more organized case management . Tools that transform case management .

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MyCase

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Now that lawyers have been working remotely over the past year – and may continue to do so in the future – the legal software choices made by law firm leaders take on a whole new level of importance. Which types of software do law firms use most often? Client and calendar management software.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Have ever had trouble finding information in your law firm? Because looking for something is like the lawyer default mode. The vast majority of law firms I consult with have their client information all over the place. But, I do have good news for you: the modern lawyer can have it both ways. We can help.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

NOVEMBER 24, 2018

Most lawyers have a general understanding of what encryption does. (If Nevertheless, most attorneys don’t feel like they have a comprehensive plan for managing encryption in their law firms, when it comes to sending secure files to clients and colleagues. That leaves a lot of law firms feeling a little insecure.

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MyCase

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Lawyers do a lot to protect their clients’ rights and information, from conducting conflict checks to locking filing cabinets. Below, we’ll examine what modern-day lawyers need to know about law firm cybersecurity risks and policies. What cybersecurity issues present the greatest risks to lawyers? .

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MyCase

OCTOBER 3, 2023

You need capital to start a new law firm, but how much, exactly? Without setting up the right tools and organizing your law firm from day one, administrative tasks can quickly become unmanageable. How Much Does it Cost to Start a Law Firm? As a rough estimate , law firm start-up costs may total about $8,200.

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Attorney at Work

JUNE 6, 2022

How have law firms supported their clients during the COVID-19 pandemic? A dozen business development professionals talk about the innovative ways their firms have strengthened relationships and created deeper ties. And law firms that resist the impetus for change will risk failure. Anticipating Changing Needs.

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MyCase

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

The day-to-day tasks involved in running a successful law firm – including tracking deadlines, staying on top of client communications, overseeing your firm’s finances, and business development – can take up significant amounts of time. That’s where law practice management software comes in.

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MyCase

JULY 6, 2021

For law firms that want to compete, delivering an intake program that respects the emphasis consumers place on convenience is essential. In this final entry of a three-part blog post series, we’ll review how data analysis can positively affect your law firm intake system.

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MyCase

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Why scheduling software for law firms can boost business. What to look for in law firm appointment scheduling software. Sharing deadlines and appointments with other lawyers and staff across your firm. Managing calendars from laptops, desktops, or mobile devices . What is Legal Calendaring Software?

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Attorney at Work

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Virtual law firm status has worked out so well for some firms, they’re making the switch permanent. While firms are announcing their back-to-the-office plans, you may be wondering if it is possible to move your law office to a virtual setting permanently. Virtual Firms Aren’t Always 100% Remote.

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Attorney at Work

JUNE 24, 2023

Here are five ways you can future-proof your law firm and remain competitive for years to come. The post 5 Ways to Future-Proof Your Law Firm appeared first on Attorney at Work. Assembly Software Product Spotlight | Embracing change is exciting!

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MyCase

JUNE 21, 2022

For most law firms, non-billable administrative work is a necessary day-to-day duty that costs money and valuable time. With law office automation, your firm can automate some of the most time-consuming tasks, including document drafting, client intake, payment processing, and invoice reminders. . Workflow management.

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MyCase

JUNE 21, 2022

For most law firms, non-billable administrative work is a necessary day-to-day duty that costs money and valuable time. With law office automation, your firm can automate some of the most time-consuming tasks, including document drafting, client intake, payment processing, and invoice reminders. . Workflow management.

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MyCase

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Today is the day that you’re ready to open a law firm of your own. And so on In this overview, we’ll detail how to start a law firm using practical “small” steps, so you don’t put off the idea for yet another year. What Should You Consider Before Starting a Law Firm? Consider the points listed below.

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MyCase

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Today is the day that you’re ready to open a law firm of your own. In this overview, we’ll detail how to start a law firm using practical “small” steps, so you don’t put off the idea for yet another year. This includes what to consider before starting, the costs, and practical tips on how to open a successful law firm. .

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LawTechnologyToday

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Which Technology Is the Best Fit for Your Law Firm? It’s a big part of the reason why many law firms have historically been slow to adopt new technology. Now, in 2022, law firms are facing a handful of new challenges, depending on how they initially responded to the shift to remote work. .

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