By Brent Kupfer
We intuitively know that we should exercise, yet few of us can articulate the reasons why. Certainly, there are many benefits, but this article focuses on two that are particularly relevant to the legal profession: (1) Exercise staves off burnout; and (2) exercise improves cognitive functions. Bonus: for those who are struggling to get moving, see the motivational tips included at the end of this article. Read More
By Bill Kammer
Most commentators believe that the bad guys are becoming more sophisticated while cybersecurity defenses are not keeping up with the threats. Our profession is vulnerable because many lawyers don’t like math and don’t benefit from in-house IT support or the resources of cybersecurity professionals. Lawyers continue to be soft targets in the possession of valuable financial and client material. We must reasonably try to avoid responsibility for losing that data, and those efforts should include these seven basic steps. Read More
By Michael Hernandez
Too many tasks – too little time! Managing both can be daunting. We asked SDCBA member Michael Hernandez for his favorite tips. He’s put them to the test and tells us they lighten his work – and – stress load. Try them, and take a deep breath. Read More
If your employees regularly receive tips, you may have considered or even implemented a tip pooling arrangement to collect and disperse tips among tipped employees. As Keith Goodwin and Greg Labate of Sheppard Mullin outline, employers should be aware of how new tip pooling guidelines may affect your business: Read More
By Charles Berwanger
Imagine a client who during the course of your representation of her disputes your billings and your handling of her funds. Such a client may file a State Bar complaint potentially triggering a State Bar investigation or worse. The Ethics in Brief article appearing April 9, 2018 discussed best billing practices. This article will focus on ensuring compliance with State Bar rules relating to billings and financial records, on avoiding financial disputes over billings and on measures to minimize your risk of destroying a client relationship. The referenced rules are found in the State Bar Act and the California Rules of Professional Conduct (CRPC). Read More
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