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Sexism, ageism focus of small, solo conference session
Though outward expressions of discrimination against certain types of attorneys in court may have diminished over the years, each attorney, litigant, juror and judge who enters a courtroom brings with them their own set of implicit biases.
ABA president addresses ISBA solo, small firm conference
The legal industry is evolving quickly, with technological advancements and societal shifts making the traditional paper-and-pencil model of practicing law nearly obsolete. But for solo and small firm attorneys, the administrative burdens of simply running their firms can significantly eat into the time they would otherwise devote to developing new and more efficient methods of doing their work.
Portage attorney juggles legal practice with life on the red carpet
It wasn’t until about 20 years ago that Mark Roscoe taught himself to design and sew to help his mother. He then began doing smaller fashion jobs for his friends and neighbors, and his reputation continued to grow. About five years ago, he took the plunge and began pursuing his design business aggressively.
Merrillville attorney convicted of mail fraud
A Merrillville attorney who was disbarred nearly two years ago for embezzling from a receivership has been convicted of mail fraud in federal court related to that theft.
Putting technology into practice
The ISBA’s new law practice management coordinator wants to help solo and small firms stay competitive in today’s market.
Carmel attorney reaches his goals with top-rated podcast
Since the launch of his franchise-law focused podcast, attorney Josh Brown has added 22 new clients thanks to the publicity the podcast provides.
Well-known lawyers choose new horizons after going solo
Don Lundberg and Mark Waterfill, for years well-known and well-regarded leaders in their practice areas at major Indianapolis law firms, have gone solo.
For some firms, splitting office space and expenses is best practice
For many firms, splitting office space and sharing resources is a strategy that makes good business sense. But such arrangements aren’t without challenges.
Lawyers start business-development networking group
Two law firms launched in recent years also are launching a networking organization they hope can assist other lawyers in starting their own firms.
ABA president to speak at ISBA Small, Solo Conference
American Bar Association President Linda A. Klein has been confirmed at the keynote speaker for the Indiana State Bar Association’s Solo and Small Firm Conference in June, the ISBA announced Wednesday.
Report: number of black attorneys decreasing in large firms
The decline may be due to a lack of African-American partners at the firms and more black attorneys choosing to open their own practices.
For small and solo firms, financial and succession planning takes commitment
At 41, Cumberland family law and estate attorney Jessica Lacy thinks a lot about her 10-month-old daughter’s future, but she’s also mindful of the years ahead for those who work with her.
New ABA Blueprint tool designed to increase solo, small firm efficiency
The American Bar Associatin's Blueprint, an online legal tech marketplace tool, launched in November 2016 and is meant to enable attorneys working at solo and small firms to quickly and easily find legal technology that meets their firms’ needs.
Lawyer’s breast cancer diagnosis inspires launch of solo practice
It was supposed to be a routine mammogram, just something Mary Foley Panszi had to do. But when she received a breast cancer diagnosis, her life and career changed.
Student-housing developer buys law firm’s historic building
An Indianapolis lawyer with a recognizable building on downtown’s Massachusetts Avenue has sold it to a local developer of student housing.
Avvo, LegalZoom execs tell ISBA legal services delivery must change
LegalZoom Chief Executive Officer John Suh told a gathering of Indiana lawyers Sept. 29 that solo and small firms whose practices in many cases have struggled for decades may be facing existential challenges, but they shouldn’t blame the internet.
Seymour lawyer faces felony count, disciplinary case
A Seymour lawyer who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease faces a felony charge and a disciplinary complaint seeking his emergency suspension from the practice of law.
Attorney suspended for lack of action in client cases
An Indianapolis attorney has been suspended for at least one year after he failed to take action on three clients’ matters and did not refund unearned flat fees. One justice believed his actions warranted disbarment.
Technology lets lawyers pursue practices with no need to hit ‘print’
The paperless office has been an aspirational goal for many businesses including law firms for years. Advocates point to studies that say going paperless can increase efficiency by 25 to 50 percent and slash a law firm’s budget for paper, printers, printer cartridges and other traditional paperbound office supplies.