Counsel's Corner

The nonstop stream of emails can feel overwhelming, making it tough to stay on top of important messages and focus on client work. But with a few simple Outlook techniques, you can turn your inbox into a powerful tool for

Many lawyers mistakenly believe that practicing is only for the timid or unconfident. They claim, “I do better when I wing it.” But who says that’s true? You’re Not the Best Judge of Your Own Performance Even if your audience

If you’ve worked in a major law firm (think BigLaw), you might assume that leaving such a high-pressure environment would make work-life balance easier. But many solo attorneys are surprised to discover that finding balance on your own is just

In the legal profession, social awareness is an invaluable asset. Whether you’re advocating for clients, mediating conflicts, or leading a legal team, being attuned to others’ emotions and behaviors enhances your effectiveness and credibility as a leader and advisor. Social

Why Law Firms Should Embrace “Strategic Slowness” for Smarter Growth In an industry where rapid decision-making is often the norm, two Stanford professors, Robert Sutton and Huggy Rao, are encouraging leaders—law firm heads included—to slow down. In contrast to Silicon

Staying Profitable While Your Law Firm Grows Requires Strategic Systems Growing your law firm doesn’t automatically lead to increased profits. To scale successfully, you need to invest in scalable systems and technologies. Here are six key areas to focus on.