Other foods that are now cheaper: avocados, kale, baby lettuce, tilapia, almond butter, organic eggs and rotisserie chicken. And the company announced that the cost of more items will be cut soon. Amazon plans to offer the Whole Foods Organic 365 line of generic brand products — along with Whole Paws pet products — through […]
Impostor Scam Tells Victims They Won the Sweepstakes – AARP
“This is just a scheme using the well-known names of Make-A-Wish and the FTC to rob thousands of dollars from people,” the FTC warns on its website. “Once you wire money or send banking information, you will never see your money again.” The agency provides these tips to protect yourself: “If someone asks you to […]
Places to Visit – Best Vacation Spots, Travel Destinations – AARP
Avis & Budget Members save up to 25% off base rates, plus get a free upgrade on compact through full-size car class bookings (based on availability). Grand European Travel Members save $100 per person on guided vacations and river cruises, plus receive a free gift. Hilton Hotels Members save up to 10% off the best […]
Car Rental Deals for Trips Down South – AARP
A number of rental car companies have dropped some one-way East Coast rentals to as little as $5 per day. There are some additional fees and taxes, but it’s still a good deal. During a quick search, we found Hertz, Thrifty and Dollar all running specials for weeks in the fall. For example, a three-day rental from Portland, Maine, to […]
New Scam Mimics National Institutes of Health
NIH does dispense grant money to researchers who apply for it to serve a public purpose. But Uncle Sam does not call people out of the blue to give them grants, and the money isn’t for personal use, officials say. “If you get a call like this from someone asking you to pay money to […]
Five Key Questions To Ask When Creating Law Firm Equity Agreements
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Doug Bend Doug Bend is the Managing Partner at Bend Law Group, PC, a law […]
Five Key Questions To Ask When Creating Law Firm Equity Agreements
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Doug Bend Doug Bend is the Managing Partner at Bend Law Group, PC, a law firm focused on advising small business owners. Shutterstock </div> </div> <p><span>When drafting an equity agreement, partners need to […]
FTC Partners With Phone Carriers to Block Robo-Calls – AARP
Complaints about the calls have been pouring into the FTC — so much so that they are the No. 1 complaint the agency receives. The FTC plans to process your complaint within one business day and immediately turn over information you gathered from the caller to phone carriers and other industry partners. As part of the partnership, the […]
5 Ways to Save on Estate Planning Costs
Estate plans aren’t cheap. But exactly how much you’ll spend depends on a multitude of factors — the complexity of your overall needs, the experience of the attorney involved, and your geographic location, since costs can vary greatly across various regions. This article was written by Tracy Craig, columnist for Money, and was originally published on […]
Iceland Vacation Ideas – Destinations to Visit in Ireland – AARP
Vacation Deals Members save up to $570 on vacation packages at the AARP® Travel Center Powered by Expedia®. Liberty Travel Members receive discounts on select vacation packages and assistance from travel agents. Hotel Discounts Members save at Best Western, Hilton Hotels, La Quinta, Wyndham and more. Source: AARP Travel Iceland Vacation Ideas – Destinations to […]
What to Expect at the Taste of West Cork Food Festival – AARP
The festival, which runs this year from Sept. 8 to 17, is increasingly known as a must-do for foodies, yet it’s also an opportunity for any visitor to dive into local culture in a unique (and tasty) way. Events are spread out through eight islands and 33 towns and villages. They include walking tours and street […]
Debunking the Top 5 Retire-Myths – Kiplinger
This Kiplinger article was written by Ali Swofford, PhD, CLU, ChFC, President of Swofford Financial in May 2017. You can find Ali’s Kiplinger bio here. Read the full article here. Your ideas on what your life will be like in retirement, how you’ll pay for it, when it will come and how much you’ll spend once […]
Cooking Classes and Cuisine Tours Around the World – AARP
“Today’s travelers are experiential,” says Erik Wolf, executive director of the World Food Travel Association, a nonprofit educational organization whose community of food-focused travel professionals numbers 48,000, according to Wolf — up from 18,000 in 2013. “People want to get out of the bus or the car and actively participate and learn and do.” Epitourean, a Colorado-based […]
Total Solar Eclipse Viewing Tips, Where to See Eclipse – AARP
Homestead National Monument, Neb. (eclipse: 1:02 Central Time) Bill Nye the Science Guy leads the cheers on eclipse day at Homestead, which is about 50 miles south of Lincoln. Visitors can make pinhole viewers to safely watch the partial phases of the eclipse. NASA scientists will talk about subjects like space exploration and astronaut training, and another […]
Probate: What You Should Know To Plan Ahead – AARP
This article was published by AARP & New York Life | Original article available here. You may have heard stories about the complexities and confusions after someone passes away: unforeseen costs, delayed access to funds, legal battles with loved ones. But with proper planning and organization, you can ensure that your estate is well protected […]
The Top Mistakes Of Selling A Business And How To Avoid Them
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Doug Bend Doug is the founder of Bend Law Group, PC, a law firm focused […]
The Top Mistakes Of Selling A Business And How To Avoid Them
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Doug Bend Doug is the founder of Bend Law Group, PC, a law firm focused on advising small businesses and startups. Shutterstock </div> </div> <p>If done correctly, selling your business, just like selling […]
Is Text Messaging The Next Frontier In Marketing For The Legal Industry?
Chair of Stevens & Lee’s Energy, Communications and Public Utility Group and creator of The Connection College. Shutterstock Attorneys are now using SMS (short message service) to communicate with clients and prospects. Before you start thinking that lawyers are on the cusp of a cutting-edge communications style, let me remind you that SMS is also known […]
Is Text Messaging The Next Frontier In Marketing For The Legal Industry?
Chair of Stevens & Lee’s Energy, Communications and Public Utility Group and creator of The Connection College. Shutterstock </div> </div> <p>Attorneys are now using SMS (short message service) to communicate with clients and prospects. Before you start thinking that lawyers are on the cusp of a cutting-edge communications style, let me remind you that SMS is […]
Cryptocurrencies As Legitimate Asset Protection Tools
A crypto-currency transaction is transparent and decentralized, making this an effective tool for asset protection.
Cryptocurrencies As Legitimate Asset Protection Tools
Shutterstock Despite some misconceptions, using bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies for asset protection in connection with offshore planning may be an effective strategy. A crucial facet to using foreign trusts to protect wealth is ensuring that the trustee and trust assets remain outside of any jurisdiction where the grantor might be sued. Some U.S. states may […]
The Emotional Side of Retirement Planning – Kiplinger
This Kiplinger article was written in May 2017 byBarbara Shapiro, President of HMS Financial Group. You can find Barbara’s Kiplinger bio here. Read the full article here. Forget finances, you’ll never be ready to retire unless you’ve thought through exactly what you want your next chapter to be like. Historically, people retired when they reached […]
Here’s Why You Need An Estate Plan
Great video resource from the Wall Street Journal & MarketWatch on the reasons why an estate plan is so critical to your family’s essential needs. Originally posted on July 13th, 2016, here is what Andrea Coombes, a columnist for MarketWatch reports on getting your estate plans in order. Do You Have An Estate Plan? You […]
How to Develop Your Estate Plan
Christine Benz, Director of Personal Finance on Morningstar.com discusses how choosing an attorney, designating helpful individuals, and drafting documents now can provide peace of mind for you and your loved ones. By Christine Benz of Morningstar.com | 05-17-2017 04:00 PM Read Full Article HERE Video Transcript: Christine Benz: Hi, I’m Christine Benz for Morningstar.com. Estate planning […]
How to Guard Against Retirement Threats
Christine Benz, Director of Personal Finance on Morningstar.com discusses how job loss, the death of a spouse, and divorce can derail retirement, but a sound financial plan can help, says Baird’s Tim Steffen. By Christine Benz on Morningstar.com | 05-04-2017 11:00 AM Video Transcript: Christine Benz: Hi, I’m Christine Benz for Morningstar.com. As retirement approaches, even the […]
Tax & Estate Planning Checklist
We are thrilled to help you prepare for that extremely important task of gathering information for your first Estate Planning consultation. Family Tree Planning offers a FREE service in all of Arizona, call (602) 795-8000 to schedule an initial consultation with one of our expert Estate Planning Consultants. Here are a few helpful tips that you […]
The Myth Of Using Cryptocurrencies For Asset Protection
The Great Recession of the mid-2000s forced us to view economics, banking, wealth and security in new ways. The concept of asset protection, already a growing area, saw an explosion in popularity, which has given rise to an ever-evolving cat and mouse game between creditors and debtors and their respective advisors. Meanwhile, distrust in banks […]
The Myth Of Using Cryptocurrencies For Asset Protection
The Great Recession of the mid-2000s forced us to view economics, banking, wealth and security in new ways. The concept of asset protection, already a growing area, saw an explosion in popularity, which has given rise to an ever-evolving cat and mouse game between creditors and debtors and their respective advisors. Meanwhile, distrust in banks […]
Five Ways Lawyers Can Add Value To Their Client Relationships
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. From top left to right: Doug Bend, Joshua Lenon, Lawrence Buckfire, Linda […]
Five Ways Lawyers Can Add Value To Their Client Relationships
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council […]
Four Negotiation Tactics Leaders (And Lawyers) Can Use To Their Advantage
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. From top left to right: Matthew Digesti, Peter Minton, James Goodnow, Anthony […]
Four Negotiation Tactics Leaders (And Lawyers) Can Use To Their Advantage
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Five Reasons A Legal Expert Should Be Reviewing Your Business Documents
As a business owner, it’s easy to want to sign off on every last document that comes across your desk. But scanning through contracts and agreements that affect your own business could cause you to have a narrow view — focusing too much on the little details and not enough on the important details. Below, […]
Five Reasons A Legal Expert Should Be Reviewing Your Business Documents
As a business owner, it’s easy to want to sign off on every last document that comes across your desk. But scanning through contracts and agreements that affect your own business could cause you to have a narrow view — focusing too much on the little details and not enough on the important details. Below, […]
Filing A Large-Loss Insurance Claim? Six Things You Can Expect From Your Attorney
Bringing his expertise to the practice of residential, church and commercial insurance law in the Houston area. The Voss Law Firm, P.C. <p><strong>2. They’ll be your guide through the process. </strong>When you hire an attorney to help you with your claim, he or she should be there to answer all of your questions, provide you with […]
Filing A Large-Loss Insurance Claim? Six Things You Can Expect From Your Attorney
Bringing his expertise to the practice of residential, church and commercial insurance law in the Houston area. The Voss Law Firm, P.C. Large-loss property insurance claims can be confusing to anyone. Whether you’re the owner of a restaurant, an executive, or even an attorney, dealing with large-loss insurance claims can be frustrating and difficult to […]
Six Of The Top Pitfalls Of Buying A Business And How To Avoid Them
Doug Bend is the founder of Bend Law Group, a law firm focused on advising small businesses and startups. <p><strong>3. Research the company’s financial history. </strong></p> <p>Have a CPA "kick the financial tires" of the business to make sure the purchase price is supported by the company’s revenue and expenses. A solid CPA can not only help you determine […]
Six Of The Top Pitfalls Of Buying A Business And How To Avoid Them
Doug Bend is the founder of Bend Law Group, a law firm focused on advising small businesses and startups. Buying a business is similar to buying a home. If done correctly, it can have a daily positive impact on your life and increase your net worth. But just as you wouldn’t purchase a lemon for a home, if […]
Practical Considerations For Using Self-Settled Trusts
Sophisticated clients and advisors implement legal tactics to prudently preserve and protect wealth. One strategy growing in popularity is the “self-settled” trust for asset protection — but is it the right move for you?
Five Steps You Can Take Now To Protect Your Company's Trademark
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. From top left to right: David Nied, Brian Igel, Victor Cardona, Doug […]
Five Steps You Can Take Now To Protect Your Company's Trademark
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council […]
Respect Your Clients' Time: What Every Law Firm Should Learn From The Four Seasons
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Jeffrey Unger Jeff Unger is the founder and CEO of eMinutes, a law firm. He is a three-time Inc. 5000 honoree and a graduate of Babson College. <p><span style=”font-weight: 400″>Here are some ideas […]
Respect Your Clients' Time: What Every Law Firm Should Learn From The Four Seasons
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Jeffrey Unger Jeff Unger is the founder and CEO of eMinutes, a law firm. He […]
Six Things Lawyers Want Business Owners To Know About Them
Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. From top left to right: Jeff Coppaken, Linda R. Evers, Dan Hussain, Anthony Johnson, Victor Cardona, David Nied. All photos courtesy of the individual member. </div> </div> <p><strong>1. Not All Attorneys Are Created Equal </strong></p> <p><span>Attorneys are a […]
Six Things Lawyers Want Business Owners To Know About Them
Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. Attorneys have a wealth of knowledge under their belt, but how much do you really know about the matters they’re experts in? From tips that can improve your business to how you can form a better relationship […]
How To Successfully Transition From A Law Firm To A Solo Practice (According To The Experts)
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. From top left to right: David Nied, Victor Cardona, Doug Bend, Anthony […]
How To Successfully Transition From A Law Firm To A Solo Practice (According To The Experts)
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council […]
How Technology And Automation Enable Lawyers To Deliver Personalized Service
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Jeffrey Unger Founder and CEO of eMinutes, a law firm. Jeffrey is a three-time Inc. 5000 honoree and a graduate of Babson College. <p>I had no idea that I would end up spending that […]
How Technology And Automation Enable Lawyers To Deliver Personalized Service
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Jeffrey Unger Founder and CEO of eMinutes, a law firm. Jeffrey is a three-time Inc. 5000 […]
The Future Of The Legal Industry
From automation to concierge-level support of clients, the legal industry is changing, and changing fast. In the last several years, employment opportunities have fluctuated, with the number of legal jobs pre-recession still down by 55,000. We asked three prominent leaders in the field to comment on where they see the legal industry going. Peter Prestley, […]
The Future Of The Legal Industry
From automation to concierge-level support of clients, the legal industry is changing, and changing fast. In the last several years, employment opportunities have fluctuated, with the number of legal jobs pre-recession still down by 55,000. We asked three prominent leaders in the field to comment on where they see the legal industry going. Peter Prestley, […]
Supreme Business: Why The Justices Picked By The Next President Will Impact Your Business
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by James Goodnow Attorney James Goodnow, a Harvard Law graduate, is a shareholder at Fennemore Craig, P.C., and a member of the firm’s management committee. <li><strong>Scope of intellectual property rights</strong>. Regardless of the nature […]
Supreme Business: Why The Justices Picked By The Next President Will Impact Your Business
Five Ways Law Firms Can Develop New Business Opportunities
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Five Ways Law Firms Can Develop New Business Opportunities
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. From top left to right: Linda R. Evers, Doug Bend, Lawrence Buckfire, […]
The Four Layers Of Defense For Your Small Business
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Doug Bend Doug Bend is the founder of Bend Law Group, a law firm focused on […]
The Four Layers Of Defense For Your Small Business
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Doug Bend Doug Bend is the founder of Bend Law Group, a law firm focused on advising small businesses and startups. Our firm has counseled hundreds of business owners. But the ones who sleep […]
Five Things To Remember When Updating Your Company's Privacy Policy
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Five Things To Remember When Updating Your Company's Privacy Policy
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. From top left to right: Jeff Coppaken, Linda R. Evers, Tracy Gray, […]
Six Common Pieces Of Legal Advice That No Longer Apply
These words of advice may have been true in the past, but they aren’t legally benefitting you or your business anymore.
Six Common Pieces Of Legal Advice That No Longer Apply
Whether it’s about your cybersecurity plan or your business entity, you probably hear a lot of advice when it comes to running your business. But from a legal standpoint, what you hear isn’t always true (or at least not anymore). Laws change, and what was once a sensible solution for your business may not do […]
How Business Leaders Can Attract And Motivate Millennial Workers
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by James Goodnow Attorney James Goodnow, a Harvard Law graduate, is a shareholder at Fennemore Craig, P.C. and a member of the firm’s management committee. ” readability=”49.615682895304″> Millennials, like myself, have gotten a bad […]
How Business Leaders Can Attract And Motivate Millennial Workers
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by James Goodnow Attorney James Goodnow, a Harvard Law graduate, is a shareholder at Fennemore Craig, […]
Just Starting Out As A Lawyer? Seven Tips From The Experts
Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. From top left to right: Doug Bend, Lawrence Buckfire, Victor Cardona, Anthony Johnson, Fatima Khan, Matthew Digesti, Peter Minton. All photos courtesy of the individual member. </div> </div> <p><strong>1. Give Before You Take</strong><span> </span></p> <p><span>The best way to […]
Just Starting Out As A Lawyer? Seven Tips From The Experts
Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. You’ve graduated from law school, accepted an offer, and are ready to kick-start your legal career. But while it may look like it’s smooth sailing from here, you still have a long road ahead of you, with plenty […]
Five Things You Should Know Before Starting Your Own Law Firm
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Five Things You Should Know Before Starting Your Own Law Firm
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Forbes Legal Council Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. From top left to right: Doug Bend, Victor Cardona, Lawrence Buckfire, Anthony […]
Six Compliance Issues Your Business Could Face
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. From top left to right: Matthew Digesti, Fatima Khan, Lawrence Buckfire, Doug Bend, Kelsie Ackman, Steven Heath. Photos courtesy of the individual member. </div> </div> <p><strong>1. Distinguishing Contractors Versus Employees</strong><span> </span></p> <p><span>In today’s environment, businesses need to […]
Six Compliance Issues Your Business Could Face
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. From employee wages to privacy regulations, businesses face a dizzying number of potential legal issues these days. And while it […]
Hiring A Contract Worker? Avoid These Five Common Mistakes
Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. From top left to right: Victor Cardona, Lawrence Buckfire, Brian Draves, Kelsie Ackman, Tracy Gray. Photos courtesy of the individual member. </div> </div> 1. Not Starting With An Intellectual Property Agreement If your outsourced project is a […]
Hiring A Contract Worker? Avoid These Five Common Mistakes
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Whether you need temporary help on a new project or you’re looking to hire someone based on a […]
Five Tips For Approaching The Media With Valuable Legal Commentary
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Providing legal commentary to the media is an invaluable way to educate your local community, and maybe even […]
Three Things To Consider Before Using Online Legal Templates
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. As a business owner, you’ve got a lot on your plate. Creating documents tailored to all your various legal […]
Five Benefits Of Hiring In-House Counsel
Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. As your company continues to grow, you may start wondering whether it’s time to hire in-house counsel. Between acquisitions, contracts, personnel and finances, an in-house attorney could handle nearly all of your business’s growing legal matters, and may […]
Seven Important Questions To Ask Your Attorney When Raising Capital
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Was Your Business Threatened With A Lawsuit? Six Next Steps To Consider
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Seven Legal Issues Business Owners Must Navigate With Care
Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. From the day you first open the doors to your new business, having an attorney you trust to help you navigate legal issues is crucial. Whether they’re providing guidance on intellectual property or helping you craft an […]
Want New Clients For Your Law Firm? Stop Networking And Start Providing Value
Chair of Stevens & Lee’s Energy, Communications and Public Utility Group and creator of The Connection College. Lawyers with large books of business are considered law firm royalty. In this economy, many skilled lawyers find themselves worried about job security because while developing the skills to become a great lawyer, they had little time to […]
Five Important Things To Consider Before Hiring An Attorney
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Six Questions To Ask Before Choosing A Law Firm
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Five Business Metrics That Every Law Firm Should Track
Award-winning Michigan personal injury lawyer and the managing partner and lead trial attorney at Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. Running a law firm is no different than running any other type of business. Even though the legal business is a service business, the operational aspects should be treated similarly to other business enterprises, like retail stores, online […]
Five Reasons You Might Need A Trademark Attorney
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Six Ways A Bootstrapped Startup Can Find Great Legal Representation
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How Regulatory Oversight Can Be Fixed To Protect Consumers And Promote Fintech Innovation
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Matthew Digesti Chief Legal Officer at Bristlecone Holdings, a FinTech startup financing underserved consumers in niche […]
The Pros Of Being A Self-Published Lawyer
Award-winning Michigan personal injury lawyer and the managing partner and lead trial attorney at Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. If you are a lawyer who is looking for an excellent marketing strategy to distinguish your firm from the competition, consider writing your own published materials. A well-written guide or handbook is not only an educational tool but a great resource […]
What Every Law Firm Should Know About Employee Overtime Pay
Award-winning Michigan personal injury lawyer and the managing partner and lead trial attorney at Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. When a colleague’s law firm was successfully sued by a former paralegal for unpaid overtime, I immediately began investigating whether my firm was violating state or federal overtime pay laws. The last thing that I needed was to […]
When Should Your Startup Consider Consulting An Attorney?
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Is There A Down Round In Your Future?
Chief Legal Officer at OpenView; previously the inaugural Director for the Center for Law and Entrepreneurship at Villanova Law School. Recent data indicates that the venture financing market may have hit a peak in 2015. While valuations are up for the year, the fourth quarter numbers were down in terms of capital invested. And more alarmingly, […]
Every Law Firm Needs A Disaster Plan: How To Get Started
Every law firm should be prepared for the worst.
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