If you own or run a law firm, you have to juggle clients, meetings, and the daily challenges of managing your team. With so much competing for your attention, firm finances may feel secondary, but building a financially fit firm is essential to your practice’s stability and success.

The PLF has updated its Sample Prepaid Fee Agreement practice aid in response to recent changes to ORPC 1.5(c)(4).

The new year is the perfect moment to recalibrate your law practice. This post offers five achievable resolutions grounded in PLF guidance that can help you reduce stress, clarify expectations, and work more sustainably in 2026. Progress, not perfection, is the goal.

The option to pay by credit card is no longer a convenience, but an expectation for many consumers. Some businesses now have signs reading “Card only” or “No cash/checks accepted.” For law firms, this shift means clients expect the same convenience from a legal professional as from any other retail or service provider. The question is no longer whether to accept credit cards, but how to do it wisely.

How do you charge what you’re worth without crossing ethical boundaries, or alienating clients? This blog offers insights for Oregon legal professionals to set fees that are fair, transparent, and sustainable. Covering ethical guidelines, practical business considerations, and communication strategies, learn how thoughtful fee setting protects your clients, your practice, and your professional integrity.

To support aspiring and current firm owners, we've refreshed our practice management book series, complete with our latest malpractice avoidance tips, general guidelines, and practical forms. The new design format enhances readability, while the trio of covers embraces the essence of the Pacific Northwest. Whether you're planning to start a firm or already managing one, this set from the PLF reveals valuable insights to guide your journey.