The most recent issue of Security Week included an article advising of yet another data breach for Marriott Hotels. It may impact as many as 5.2 million of its guests.
The breach was made sometime in January, 2020, through an
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Best Practices for Fraud Protection
There’s a common misconception that large law firms are the most vulnerable to fraud due to their organizational complexity. But thanks to oversight and procedures, large firms are actually less vulnerable. In small firms, where there is limited oversight, READ
GETTING STARTED: BUYING NEW OR REPLACEMENT SOFTWARE FOR TIME & BILLING OR PRACTICE MANAGEMENT
Identifying and implementing the right software program for your firm can be a daunting process. Here are some simple steps to take that will help with the decision-making. Read more
CYBER INSURANCE
What needs to be considered when purchasing/renewing cyber insurance? What are the best practices for lowering your premium? READ MORE
OF COUNSEL ARRANGEMENTS
What should be included in an Of Counsel arrangement? Based on my experience assisting law firms in this area, here is a list of suggestions. READ MORE
EFFECTIVE EMPLOYEE EVALUATIONS
The employee evaluation is one of the most effective tools available to communicate expectations, provide accountability and to make potentially difficult discussions easier. For my list of essential elements of an effective employee evaluation process READ MORE
Preparing to Say Goodbye to Baby Boomers
As more and more Baby Boomers (1944-64) are making plans for their retirement exit, you may want to re-read my 2006 article. There’s still time for your firm to prepare. Read more.
Succession Planning
This has been a whirlwind September and October. I don’t think I’ve ever presented so many CLEs in this span of time. From Lunch ‘N Learn sessions to plenary sessions at bench bar conferences, I’ve been all over our beautiful
Strategic Planning — Essential For Any Size Firm
Strategic planning is not rocket science, yet you’d be amazed how many attorneys with brilliant ideas fail to succeed at flushing them out. An important aspect to strategic planning is ….
Best Practices for Fraud Protection
The reality is that good people sometimes do very bad things. They do so because of exigent circumstances and because they have an expectation they will not get caught. Often there is a good intention that ….