For any building project, a construction crew relies on a blueprint to outline the foundation and materials. This document ensures that the final structure aligns with the architect’s vision. Similarly, a business plan serves as a blueprint for your law firm. It defines your firm’s purpose and operations, helping you make strategic decisions to bring your vision to life.

Is your firm optimizing email marketing strategies to achieve the most impactful results? This article discusses considerations and strategies for unleashing the power of email marketing and leveraging this versatile marketing channel to create unique opportunities for engagement.

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.

Opening and managing a law firm is an exciting venture that also comes with significant financial considerations. Creating and maintaining a SMART budget is crucial and will increase your potential to become profitable more quickly.

Conflicts may arise from an associate’s prior legal work, which can be imputed to the new firm. In such cases, the new firm must implement an effective ethical screen or “wall” to exclude the associate from involvement in the matter. The sheer volume of information can make it difficult to establish a consistent and effective ethical wall. To improve the screening process, firms should develop clear, detailed procedures for managing each type of storage.