Alanna Clair

November 22, 2021 | Daily Report Online

Outside counsel may handle a variety of tasks for clients, but there can be risks for outside counsel when a governmental agency—particularly those with law enforcement power—makes an informal inquiry regarding a client.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

November 11, 2021 | The Recorder

It is important to keep the bar rules in mind when negotiating engagement agreements with clients.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

November 08, 2021 | Daily Report Online

The desire to accept all new client representations, while professionally advantageous, can be detrimental to a lawyers' health if not properly supported or monitored.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

October 26, 2021 | Daily Report Online

Coming up with a name for a new firm or solo practice can be an exciting challenge. A firm's name often acts as a first impression on the community…

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

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October 11, 2021 | Daily Report Online

There are a number of high-profile decisions in which lawyers have been sanctioned or punished by courts for improper conduct during a deposition. Courts take these issues seriously.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

October 06, 2021 | The Recorder

Effective screening techniques that apply to both lawyers and nonlawyers are an important part of conflict of interest protocols.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

September 27, 2021 | Daily Report Online

Many bars and courts over the years have reviewed legal representations of so-called sophisticated clients who may have a better-than-average understanding of complex issues. But does a lawyer's duty or the standard of care change when representing a client who is more familiar with the business or law impacted by the representation than an average client?

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

September 16, 2021 | The Recorder

While most law firms recognize that maintaining legal malpractice insurance is a necessary expense, too many firms neglect to review their insurance on a regular basis to ensure it fits their current needs and represents the best product available on the market, says Denton's Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

September 13, 2021 | Daily Report Online

Although the use of contract attorneys to address staffing needs is common and routine, it is not without risk.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

August 30, 2021 | Daily Report Online

There are some simple steps that lawyers can consider to help them break the bad habits that can lead to claims.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read