Thriving in Challenging Times:  A Law Practice Toolbox for Solos and Small Firms

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Thursday, June 4, 2009
4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Sponsored by:  Solo & Small Firm Section and New Lawyers Section

Growing a law practice requires practitioners to build a solid infrastructure.  This includes adopting practices and procedures that will protect the firm, contribute to its growth and maintain its viability.  This program will provide tools to help practitioners get started on the right footing and continue to maintain a healthy and thriving law practice, even in a challenging market.

The panelists will discuss the ethics issues involved in managing a law practice, provide practical advice and insight into managing the attorney client relationship and offer technology solutions to help practitioners institutionalize sound practices.
           
The panelists will focus specifically on the following topics:

1. Introduction to Client Management
2. Trust Accounting Rules
3. The Ethics and Practicalities of Fee Agreements
4. Managing the Client Relationship to Prevent Malpractice Claims
5. Solo and Small Firm Technology Basics           

Panelists:

Susan E. Cohen, Esq.
Peabody & Arnold LLP

Rodney S. Dowell, Esq.
Law Office Management Assistance Program

Tamsin R. Kaplan, Esq.
Tamsin Kaplan & Associates, PC

Alan J. Klevan, Esq.
Klevan & Klevan

John Marshall, Esq.
Office of the Bar Counsel

Lori Yarvis, Esq.
Schlesinger and Buchbinder, LLP

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