In today’s fast-paced legal industry, time is a lawyer’s most valuable resource. Law firms frequently turn to freelance and contract lawyers to meet client demands, but navigating the ethical implications of these arrangements is critical. How can attorneys ensure compliance…

By Erin Giglia and Laurie Rowen
Legal success in a balanced life is about finding the best way to establish working relationships and do business. It’s about exploring creative and strategic relationships with law firms—and this writing is here to…

As the college admissions process continues to evolve, parents are often left feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about how to best support their children’s aspirations.  OCBA’s Committee, Mommy Esquire, is excited to invite you to an insightful and stress-reducing discussion with…

In today’s fast-paced and competitive legal landscape, law firms must explore innovative ways to scale operations, manage fluctuating workloads, and maintain cost-efficiency. Leveraging freelance legal support is an increasingly popular strategy. But does this model measure up to a cost-benefit…

In 2025, clients are more budget-conscious than ever, seeking cost-effective legal services whenever possible. Yet, legal needs persist, and clients deserve the same high level of service, regardless of how tight resources might be at your firm.
Whether you’re a…

By Erin Giglia and Laurie Rowen
As co-owners of Montage Legal Group, we have been asked every imaginable question about the ethical issues involved when working with a freelance attorney, or when working as a freelance attorney. We frequently answer questions…

On September 28, 2024, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill No. 988 into law, creating the Freelance Worker Protection Act (FWPA), which took effect on January 1, 2025.  The FWPA was enacted to address some of the ambiguities faced…