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2008 Law Practice Management Section Annual Meeting

Abstract: Technology for the Rest of Us: The $5000 Law Office ... All the Parts and Pieces to Make Your Practice Hum (What you should buy, how to put it all together and how to learn how to integrate the tools into your practice. Topics include: the Internet, what lawyers should and should not be doing online, voice recognition software, low-cost networking and internetworking, virtual lawyering, PDFing for e-filing in the courts, electronic collaboration with clients and co-counsel, data backup, ethical and legal issues associated with technology and more.) ... How to Grow Your Referral Network in Four Easy Steps ... Management Mistakes I've Made and What I Learned - An Interactive Program ... 6 Times 10 = A Great Marketing Idea - 6 Minutes on Marketing from Ten Successful Attorneys ... The Paper LESS Office: Shattering the Paperless Office Myth with a Process that Works! ... Managing the Paper Monster ... *Click below on "view TOC" to search the Table of Contents*

2008 Legal Assistants Division Annual Meeting (10th Anniversary)

Abstract: Technology Panel Discussion (the effect of technology within their respective offices and advances in remote public records access and electronic filing/recording.) ... Title Insurance Endorsements ... Alienation of Affection and Criminal Conversation ... LLCs - Structure and Comparisons ... §1031 Tax Deferred Exchanges ... E-Discovery ... UCC Filing Under Revised Article 9 ... "Green" Building and Regulatory Developments ... Taking the Devil Out of the Details: Understanding the Contracting Process ... Appellate Rules Violations (Find out from the North Carolina Solicitor General how rules violations are being handled by our appellate courts and how to avoid common pitfalls under the rules.) ... Managing Microsoft Outlook (Work smarter, not harder, and take control of your inbox.) ... Ethics Revisited ... *Click below on "view TOC" to search the Table of Contents*

2009 Health Law Section Annual Meeting

Abstract: RAC Audits: Corporate Compliance Redux (Recovery Audit Contractors ("RACs"): Pilot program results, Permanent program features and RAC audits) ... Hidden Liabilities in the Electronic Medical Record (The push for electronic medical records and the top 10 reasons why they are here to stay, Risks endemic to electronic medical records including metadata, electronic discovery, medical malpractice and Medical malpractice study: EMRs as both sword and shield) ... Medical Board Hot Topics (Physician profile rules - the public reporting of malpractice settlements and awards, Supervision of allied health professionals and Physician ethics and capital punishment) ... Fiduciary Responsibilities of Directors of Health Care Organizations for Oversight of Quality and Patient Safety: Emerging Theories of Liability (Role of directors in health care organizations, and the emerging theories of liability regarding directors' duties.) ... New Hospice Conditions of Participation (Contract requirements, Nursing facility agreements, Medical director agreements, General inpatient and respite care agreements and Certification surveys) ... Understanding How the Government Regulates Drugs and Medical Devices (FDA regulations of drugs and medical devices; the new administration) ... Thriving and the Legal Profession (Job dissatisfaction and depression)

2009 Law Tech Expo®

Abstract: E-Discovery for Everyday Cases (How can you effectively use computer forensics in everyday cases? How much might it cost you? How do you select a vendor that will be proficient, and yet as cost-conscious as you are? How much should you expend to spend at the end of the day? What methods are there to hone in on the most valuable evidence quickly?) ... Managing and Protecting Client Documents: Choosing Between Hosted and Local (Document management software helps us create, store, and manage these documents so that we can efficiently represent our clients. Are lawyers better off using a solution that stores our documents locally within the four walls of our offices or stored in sophisticated data centers that we access through the internet?) ... Panel Discussion ... Managing Your Caseload in the Cloud: Ethical, Professional and Practical Implications ... Paperless Client Communications (Ethical issues: protecting the client's confidentiality, maintaining privilege and duties to prospective clients. What tools and technologies can lawyers use to enhance electronic communication with clients, collaborate on digital documents and reduce paper in the office? From certified delivery email services to online document review to digital signatures!) ... The Big Picture: Using Technology to Improve Professionalism, Quality of Life and Value to the Client ... 60 Tips in 60 Minutes

24th Annual NC/SC Labor & Employment Law Update and Annual Meeting

Abstract: Supreme Court Update (Decisions of the U.S. Supreme Court since October 2007) ... Electronic Discovery in Employment Cases OR FMLA Military Leave - 26 Weeks, Really? ... NC Case Update OR SC Case Update ... *Ethics for the Employment and Labor Lawyer ... District Court Law Clerks Panel on Lawyer Dos and Don'ts in Labor and Employment Cases ... Strategies for Addressing "Me-Too" Evidence - A Marathon Rather Than a Sprint (Recent U.S. Supreme court decision Sprint v. Mendelsohn; Fourth Circuit) ... The New Look of Diversity - Advising Business Clients on the Evolution in Diversity Initiatives (Transgender awareness to supplier diversity risk issues to reverse discrimination claims) ... Issues Facing Corporate Counsel - Reductions in Force and Family Responsibilities Discrimination (RIF's, leaves of absence and caregiver responsibilities) OR EPLI Issues - Typical Policies, Terms Coverages, and Claims Handling (policy, key definitions, coverages and exclusions, and some differences between policies) ... Experiences at the U.S. Supreme Court (Sprint v. Mendelsohn; Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway v. White; Kolstad v. ADA, Oncale v. Sundowner Offshore Oil, Faragher v. Boca Raton, and Burlington Industries v. Ellerth) ... NLRB Update OR Trends in Punitive Damages ... *Click below on "view TOC" to search the Table of Contents*

An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure (2008 Ethics/Professionalism and Substance Abuse Awareness)

Abstract: Why Gamble With Your Career? ... Dealing with Gambling and Other Addictions ... The Impaired Lawyer's Impact on the Law Firm (Learn to identify the types of impairment that affect attorneys; Recognize and be able to document objective symptoms of impairment; Appreciate the impact an impaired professional has on his/her employer, colleagues, and clients; Evaluate risks of ignoring impairment including financial and ethical repercussions) ... The Disciplinary Process after a Lawyer is Found to be Impaired (What are the steps in the disciplinary process taken by the NC State Bar after a lawyer's ability to practice law is impaired by substance abuse and/or chemical addiction?) ... *Click below on "view TOC" to search the Table of Contents*

Bankruptcy for the Non-Bankruptcy Attorney

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Basics and Beyond: Elder Law

Abstract: Practice Management (So you want to be an Elder Law attorney? Organize your time, your clients, and practical marketing tips for building a successful and rewarding Elder Law practice.) ... Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Basics ... Social Security, SSI and Family Law (Public benefit planning in divorce, child support and non-traditional marriages) ... Guardianships and Incapacity (A step by step comprehensive guide for the beginning practitioner from initial filing through termination.) ... Medicaid Estate Recovery ... Medicaid Planning for Nursing Home and Special Assistance ... Appeals (Your planning is denied. How do I appeal?) ... Basic SNT Overview ... SNT Drafting (Sample forms, sample clauses, and important resources for building and maintaining SNT expertise)

Disaster Emergency Law and The Role of the Bar

Abstract: Public Health Emergency Preparedness in NC: The Urgency of Public / Private Coordination (Ex: severe hurricane, a pandemic flu outbreak or a biological terrorism event. The efforts of state and local health officials to coordinate with the private sector through community leaders, employers, non-profit organizations and professional associations.) ... Public Health Emergency Legal Authorities and the NC Liability Protection for Private Entities Act of 2008 (Ex. quarantine of persons, travel restrictions and closure of facilities. Liability Protection for Private Entities Act of 2008, which provide businesses and non-profit organizations with additional liability protection when they voluntarily assist the state or local governments in carrying out emergency management activities in NC during a declared emergency.) ... Is Your Workplace Prepared for Disaster? (Preparing for an emergency event, including the development of an emergency workplace response plan, social distancing compliance, leave policies, telecommuting, workers' compensation and employee communication channels during disasters.) ... Ethical Considerations and the Role of the Bar in Emergencies (Ex: 2003 SARS outbreak in Toronto; Asheville water crisis of 2004; Hurricane Katrina.) ... *Click below on "view TOC" to search the Table of Contents*

Effective Lawyering in a Complex World

Abstract: Substance Abuse: Real Stories (An estimated one-third of all attorneys suffer from depression and/or alcohol or drug addiction, at a rate two to three times higher than the general population. The implications for lawyers, loved ones, our clients and the profession are obvious.) ... 10 Practice Management Tips for Effective Lawyering (10 practical, ready-to-implement technology, management and marketing tips to increase your effectiveness and gain more control.) ... Peak Performance and Complex Lives (Reduce stress, while achieving and maintaining peak performance in the complex, demanding life. Practical techniques you can apply immediately to increase your productivity, effectiveness and satisfaction.) ... Dealing with Diversity Within Your Law Office (Understanding some general traits that employees in different age groups tend to share. Review of the main values and approaches to work of the four generations in your workplace and discuss strategies and techniques to better meet the needs of the different generations as well as minimize workplace conflict.) ... The True Professional in a Challenging World (The professional heritage of lawyers and how that heritage is being challenged by the pressures of our 21st century world.) ... *Click below on "view TOC" to search the Table of Contents*

Electronic Discovery Law and Practice

Abstract: Current Legal Landscape (Discussion of recent amendments to Federal Rules of Civil Procedure; Discussion of seminal case law; Differences between North Carolina state law and Federal rules; Legal Issues: Duty to preserve electronically stored information, scope of electronic discovery, allocation of costs and attorney-client privilege) ... Electronic Discovery Planning and Preparation (Records Management; Preparing agency environment for electronic discovery; Formation of an e-discovery/litigation response team; When to consider using an outside vendor; Guidelines for selecting an e-discovery vendor) ... Mechanics of Electronic Discovery (Initial disclosures; Preparation for the Rule 26(f) conference; Data collection and preservation; Data recovery and forensics; Data filtering and processing; Privilege review; Production of electronic evidence) ... Practical Considerations and Conclusion (Legally defensible discovery processes to pre-empt objections and challenges by adversary; Costs of electronic discovery; Ethical and strategic considerations related to the use of vendors; Expert testimony) ... Click below on "view TOC" to search the Table of Contents*

Flying Solo: A Survival Guide for the Solo and Small Firm Lawyer, Fourth Edition

Abstract: Newly revised and completely updated, the fourth edition of this comprehensive guide includes practical information gathered from a wide range of contributors, including successful solo practitioners, law firm consultants, state and local bar practice management advisors, and law school professors. All the contributors share tips and advice that can be easily implemented in your solo or small-firm practice. This classic ABA book first walks you through a step-by-step analysis of the decision to start a solo practice, including choosing a practice focus. It then provides tools to help you with financial issues including banking and billing; operations issues such as staffing and office location and design decisions; technology for the small law office; and marketing and client relations. What's more, the final section on quality of life issues puts it all into perspective. Whether you're thinking of going solo, new to the solo life, or a seasoned practitioner, Flying Solo provides time-tested answers to real-life questions. Published by American Bar Association. 7x10 Paperback 752 pages.

GP/Solo and Small Firm Symposium

Abstract: Simplified Strategic Planning: Creating a Roadmap to Success (Value-based business practices) ... A Legal Guide to Hiring and Firing (interview process; employment applications; New hire reporting guidelines and employee documentation; Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA); workers' compensation and employee health insurance; termination and dismissal) ... How Not to Manage and Handle Your Trust Accounts ... Virtual Law Practice: Technology and Ethics Considerations (State Bar Ethics Opinion 2005 FEO 10; Limiting the scope of representation and Rule 1.2(c); Informed Consent; Confidentiality and Rule 4) ... The Business of Opening Your Own Business (Setting up your business, entity options, tax issues including payroll, and properly setting up your operating and trust accounts) ... Keeping On and Turning Out the Lights (Planning for your absence; sudden illness or death) ... Making the Leap: Opening Your Own Practice (effective business strategies; handling current clients during the transition and managing future clients) ... Boots on the Ground: Feedback from Lawyers Who Made the Leap ... *Click below on "view TOC" to search the Table of Contents*

How to Build and Manage a Personal Injury Practice Second Edition

Abstract: Author K. William Gibson, offers step-by-step guidance on how to: write a sound business plan; develop an accurate financial forecast; choose the right office space and equipment; use technology to improve efficiency; market your practice and generate leads; maximize your staff and minimize your costs. This invaluable resource also includes numerous worksheets, flowcharts, checklists, and "fill-in-the-blank" forms all on an included CD-ROM to help you develop and implement your own business procedures. By the end of the book, you'll have all the necessary tools to manage your practice. Of particular value is the author's extensive experience and his discussion on the importance of using technology to build, market, and manage a personal injury law practice. The book also covers topics such as planning for a P.I. practice; deciding whether to go solo or form a partnership; marketing the P.I. practice; interviewing clients; keeping clients happy; managing the workload; office space and equipment; and financing the P.I. practice. Published by American Bar Association. 6x9 paperback w/ CD-ROM. 176 pages.

How to Build and Manage an Employment Law Practice

Abstract: Written in a direct and accessible style, this guide distills 20 years of experience into the essentials that every employment lawyer needs to know. You'll avoid the most common mistakes that plague startup practices, and obtain valuable advice that can help you at every stage of your practice's growth. How to Build and Manage an Employment Law Practice provides you with practical, real-world advice from an employment law expert, covering situations ranging from the initial client consultation to the pros and cons of solo versus group practice. Plus, you'll get samples of the most common letters and agreements used in employment law as well as general practice, including demand letters, the EEOC charging document, and much more. You'll learn: what to expect from today's employment law practice; how to set up shop; how to effectively market your practice; the specific legal resources you'll need to know; how to select clients; how to manage your cases and workload; guidelines for handling financial concerns. Published by American Bar Association. 6x9 Paperback 176 pages.

How to Build and Manage an Environmental Law Practice

Abstract: What specialized skills and knowledge should a lawyer have to succeed in environmental law? You'll find out in this helpful guide, the fourth in our "Practice-Building" Series. Through practical examples and explanations, this book reveals how you can gain environmental experience, understand the specialized business aspects of the environmental law practice, develop and maintain the ideal clientele mix, and much more, including the tactics, technology, and tools needed to run your practice for maximum efficiency and profitability. Includes an invaluable resource section! Published by American Bar Association. 6X9 Paperback 192 pages.

How to Build and Manage an Estates Practice

Abstract: Written by a veteran estates lawyer, How to Build an Manage an Estates Practice contains time-saving tips, practical advice, and easy solutions to assist you. Designed specifically for the estates lawyer, this manual pinpoints the steps you must take to enhance your practice, and covers all the details of everyday situations you may face. You'll gain valuable insights and learn how to avoid common mistakes that the novice and veteran estates lawyer may confront. Whether you work in a small or large firm, a solo or home office, you'll benefit from the many practical tips and strategies that will help you at every stage of your practice's growth. Covering situations that range from defining your niche in estates law to marketing your practice on the Internet, this handbook covers nearly every situation you might encounter when setting up and or simply maintaining your estates practice. Published by American Bar Association. (6x9 Paperback - 207 pages.)

How to Start and Build a Law Practice, Fifth Edition

Abstract: This classic ABA bestseller has been used by tens of thousands of lawyers as the comprehensive guide to planning, launching, and growing a successful practice. It's packed with over 600 pages of guidance on identifying the right location, finding clients, setting fees, managing your office, maintaining an ethical and responsible practice, maximizing available resources, upholding your standards, and much more. If you're committed to starting your own practice, this book will give you the expert advice you need to make it succeed. It is organized into short, easy-to-read chapters and they deal with all the specific challenges you undoubtedly will encounter when you open your office. And the answers you'll get are realistic, practical, and based on real-life experience. Even if you already have an established practice, you are sure to find information that will help you compete and succeed. You'll find a wealth of tips that can improve your practice once it is up and running, as well as dozens of time-saving templates and checklists. Published by American Bar Association. 6x9 Paperback 640 pages.

Information Security for Lawyers and Law Firms

Abstract: Written for lawyers and lawfirms, this book provides sound advice and offers valuable guidelines and assistance to bridge the worlds of law and technology on important information security issues that face the legal professional every day. Content includes: The ethical duties of lawyers relating to securing their electronic information; How a small lawfirm can have reliable security; What are worms, Trojans, spyware, malware, spiders, key loggers and their implications; Is it safe to use wireless technology for the delivery of legal services; In large firms, what information security duties can be delegated; How lawyers and other law firm personnel can be trained in information security.

Law Office Policy & Procedures Manual Revised and Updated Fifth Edition, January 2007- From Howard I. Hatoff & Robert C. Wert

Abstract: Every law office needs an office manual to formalize basic operating policies and procedures, prevent miscommunication, and centralize information about the firm's repsonsibilities to its employees and clients. A comprehensive office manual will also save time and aggravation as a new training tool for new lawyers and staff, and as a reference guide for your temporary workers. This updated manual covers every facet of basic law office operations, and also includes material on COBRA, stress injuries, AIDS/HIV, and much more. The entire manual is provided on an accompanying CD-ROM, making it an easy way to create a complete office manual customized to your firm's specifications. Make sure your management, lawyers and staff are aware of their responsibilities to the firm and its clients, as well as the firm's responsibilities to its employees and clients. Save your staff, administrators, and attorneys countless hours with this valuable manual.

Law Practice Management Annual Meeting and "Un"conference

Abstract: Social and Professional Networking for Lawyers (From Friendster and MySpace to LinkedIn and Legal OnRamp, online networking has come a long way in a short time. What's going on here and of what value is it to lawyers? The program will provide an overview of social and professional networking, discuss what it offers lawyers, review the best networking sites for lawyers, and offer tips for getting the most out of online networking while avoiding trouble.) ... UnConference Rules Explained ... UnConference Sessions 1-3 ... Marketing Your Brains Out Without Losing Your Mind ("No marketing equals no work". That's what they say. And "they" are right. You will learn the "Top Ten Marketing Activities" and the "Five Sources of All Clients.")

Light and Life at the End of the Tunnel: Resources to Aid Lawyers to Live Better Lives

Abstract: Unique Psychological Problems Facing Lawyers (BarCARES: Private health providers, Human Resource Consultants, BarCARES counseling and BarCARES counseling) ... Responding Effectively to the Challenges Presented by an Impaired Colleague in Light of our Duty to Each Other, the Profession, and the Public ... Recovering from Debilitating Mental Conditions or Addictions ... Resources Available to Firms to Enhance Lawyer Effectiveness and Address Lawyer Impairment ... On the 'Broken' Road of Recovery with the Next Generation ... How the State Bar Processes Impaired Lawyer Cases ... Getting the Best Out of Your Brightest and Helping Them Get the Best Out of Themselves (Adhering to the commonly accepted standards of Professionalism; teaching good legal "judgment"; building trust and accountability systematically in your law firm through higher expectations of professionalism) ... The Firm's Response to the Impaired Lawyer (Statistics on the problem of the dissatisfied or impaired lawyer; addiction and mental illness in the workplace; charting an ethical, businesslike and moral course) ... *Click below on "view TOC" to search the Table of Contents*

NCBA 2009 Annual Review

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NCBA 2009 Annual Review

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NCBA Paralegal Division Annual Meeting

Abstract: You Can't File That! ... Corporate Track - Media Law, Introduction to Tax-Exempt Organization and Mergers and Acquisitions ... Real Property Track - Reviewing Surveys, Legal Descriptions and Zoning Law Regulations and Principles ... Litigation Track - Organizing Discovery Documents and Third Party Custody and Visitation Issues ... Turbulent Times: Job Keeping and Job Seeking ... The North Carolina Certified Paralegal Information Session ... A Paralegal's Guide to Finding Information Without Leaving the Desk ... Legal Research for Paralegals ... Corporate Ethics

North Carolina General Practice Deskbook (2004) Third Edition

Abstract: Available at discounted rate for members of the General Practice Section. Volume I: Adoption - Business Law - Estate Administration - Incompetency - Intellectual Property Law - N.C. Landlord/Tenant Law Overview - Like-Kind Exchanges - Medicaid Eligibility - Partitions - Personal Injury Claims - Planning the Simple Estate - Social Security Disability. Volume II: Administrative Law - Alternative Dispute Resolution - Construction Law - Motor Vehicles: Defending Traffic Cases - Federal Civil Practice - Federal Criminal Practice - Labor and Employment Law - State Criminal Procedure - Unemployment Compensation - Workers' Compensation - Wrongful Discharge. Volume III: ADA Title I - ADA Title III - Insurance Primer for Bodily Injury Claims - Domestic Law - Environmental Law - Immigration and Nationality Law - Juvenile Proceedings: Abuse and Neglect - Juvenile Proceedings: Delinquency - New Motor Vehicles Warranty Act "Lemon Law" - Purchase and Sale of Residential Real Property. Volume IV: Appeals - Collections - Eminent Domain; Condemnation - ERISA - Foreclosure - Name Change.

Revitalizing the Lawyer-Poet: What Lawyers Can Learn from Rock and Roll (A Fresh View of Professionalism)

Abstract: Revitalizing the Lawyer-Poet: What Lawyers Can Learn from Rock and Roll (A fresh perspective on the definition of "professionalism" in the context of the modern practice of law. What is professionalism?; What are the causes and consequences of the crisis in professionalism?; Do lawyers have a public responsibility as intermediaries between the people and the law?; Can lawyers make money, have fun and do good, all at the same time?) ... Jam Session: NC Lawyers' Response (Do lawyers need a fresh view of professionalism? What can North Carolina lawyers learn from rock and roll?) ... "One Bourbon, One Scotch, and One Beer" and "Manic Depression" Are Not Just Song Titles: Recognizing and Managing Substance Abuse and Mental Health Problems in the Legal Profession (How does the crisis in professionalism affect lawyers on a personal and individual level? What is its role in causing mental health problems, depression and substance abuse?: Causes of depression and other mental health problems; Causes and nature of substance abuse as problem for lawyers; Strategies for preventing these problems through rebalancing your life and finding new meaning in your work) ... *Click "view TOC" below to search the Table of Contents*

Stress Management for Lawyers: How to Increase Personal & Professional Satisfaction in Law By Amiram Elwork, Ph.D.

Abstract: Although there are many books about stress, this one is written specifically for lawyers. It outlines the reasons that law is one of the most stressful professions and presents self-help methods that are particularly appropriate for attorneys. This book is designed to help lawyers stay calm and confident during stressful times, reduce anixety and anger, eliminate negative thinking habits, prevent depression and alcoholism, balance their professional and personal lives, and manage their time more effectively. Topics include: Profession in Distress, Overivew of Stress Management, Improve Your Work Environment, Maintain a Healthy Body, Improve Your Thinking, Heed Your Emotions, Be True To Your Values, Putting It All Together and Advice for Impaired for Lawyers. Paperback, 305 pages

The Cybersleuth's Guide to the Internet

Abstract: Much information once only available to professional researchers from expensive sources is now available for free on the Internet, if you know how to find it. This book will show you how to be a cyber-detective and unearth this information FREE (or at low cost!) on the Web. Also included is Levitt and Rosch's North Carolina-specific resource guide on CD. Fully bookmarked and searchable, the CD makes conducting Internet-based N.C. legal research a snap! The book includes examples based on real world research scenarios. Whether you're just starting to use the Internet for serious research or you're a seasoned online research veteran, this book can help you find what you're looking for fast and free. Learn how to use the same tools as skip tracers & private investigators. Find out How to Dig Up "Dirt" About Anyone; Uncover Information to Attack Someone's Credibility; Seek out the Smoking Gun; Mine the Web for Missing People; Discover Addresses (Home and Email); Find Phone Numbers (Even Cellular); Locate Aliases, Employer's Name; Glean Personal Information; Unearth Property Records; Access Public Records. Find free legal research like Full-Text Case Law Databases; Elusive Government Documents; Federal, State and Local Primary Law; Secondary Legal Resources (law review articles, legal news, etc.); Legal Practice Materials and more! (290 page soft cover)

The Electronic Evidence and Discovery Handbook Second Edition

Abstract: E-Discovery and the use of electronic evidence has increased dramatically over the past few years, but many lawyers still struggle with the complexities of dealing with electronic information. This comprehensive book provides lawyers with the templates they need to develop an effective E-Discovery strategy, and to frame appropriate E-Discovery requests. In addition to the ready-made forms, the authors also supply helpful information and commentary to bring you rapidly up to speed in the electronic discovery field. The accompanying CD-ROM features over 70 forms in Word format. Also included is an extensive electronic evidence case digest with over 200 cases summarized!

The Lawyer's Guide to Fact Finding on the Internet, Third Edition

Abstract: The most user-friendly Internet research book available for legal professionals today. A complete hands-on guide that shares the secrets, shortcuts, and realities of conducting fact finding on the Internet. Written for legal professionals, this comprehensive desk reference lists, categorizes, and describes hundreds of free and fee-based Internet sites. Useful for investigations, depositions, trial presentations, medical research, gathering competitive intelligence, finding expert witnesses, fact checking of all kinds. Includes information on browsers, search engines, Weblogs, library databases, public records. Includes CD of all links mentioned in book. Select relevant research sources; Access subjects guides, newsgroups, and listserves; Find experts; Research companies, public records; Conduct medical, statistical, international research. Icon system immediately identifies free & free-with-registration sites, pay sites; practical tips & advice on using specific sites; an easy-to-use topical structure, organized the way lawyers think, starting with the best sites first; over 150 screen shots of Web sites; and over 700 pages of factual categories & updated URLs. Stop wasting time on the Internet, and make the Internet work for you! With purchase receive free subscription to bi-monthly e-mail newsletter updating the book: A $99 value.

Timesheets and Traps: Ethics in Billing and Collecting Fees

Abstract: Attorneys are required by the rules of professional responsibility to adhere to client objectives in a representation, including cost containment and efficiency, and to keep clients reasonably apprised of progress in the case, including the accumulation of billable hours and other expenses. Increased competition in the legal marketplace, rising associate salaries, client cost-cutting, and other pressures are throwing new light on attorney ethical obligations in billing and collecting fees. This audio CD reviews the rules applicable to billing practices and common areas of ethical liability, and discusses best practices for lawyers and law firms to avoid liability. Topics include: Law firm economics and pressure points; Vague time sheet descriptions; Double-billing; Internal firm conferences; Duplication of efforts, inefficient staffing, transient billers; Cost recovery issues; Best practices for avoiding liability.

Toolbox for the General Practitioner: From A to GP (GP, Small Firm & Solo Section Annual Meeting)

Abstract: Local Government Regulations and Land Use (Zoning, subdivision, storm water, steep slope, etc., that affect the usefulness of the property being acquired by a client.) ... Essential Technology for the Small Law Office (Strategic planning; the systems you need to deliver ethical, cost-effective and professional legal services. Legal-specific applications, including technologies related to calendars, dockets, tickler systems, conflict screening, handling client files and communicating with clients. Get a budget-minded roadmap for all the technologies you'll need to succeed in the practice of law - whether you're "suddenly solo" or just in need of a techno-overhaul.) ... Introduction to Administrative Law (Clients applying for professional license? Representing a client before a disciplinary committee of a professional licensing board? Practical pointers and the main rules) ... Will and Estate Planning (Drafting tips) ... Avoiding Common Ethical Pitfalls - Advice for General Practitioners (Trust accounts, client communication, fee agreements and staff supervision) ... Real Property: Mechanics Liens (An in depth look at the expanding problem with mechanics liens and the effect on real estate closings. Don't be ambushed, be prepared and protect your client.)

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