Alanna Clair
September 03, 2019 | The Recorder
New Ethical Rules Governing Attorney AdvertisingAttorney advertising is not a matter of "anything goes." Instead, the ethical rules contain limitations on attorney advertising practices, which can at times be confusing in light of the many new advertising methods available to attorneys.
By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair
6 minute read
August 26, 2019 | Daily Report Online
Conflicts May Lurk in Social Media; Think Before PostingIt can be hard for attorneys to disassociate from their profession on social media, even for "personal accounts."
By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair
6 minute read
August 15, 2019 | Daily Report Online
As the Heat Bears Down, Beware of Lawyers' 'Seven Deadly Sins'Your guide to avoiding the temptations of sloth, pride, lust, wrath, gluttony, greed and envy.
By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair
38 minute read
August 14, 2019 | The Recorder
Don’t Disregard Obligations to InsurersTips for attorneys to avoiding running into trouble when working with an insurance company.
By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair
6 minute read
August 12, 2019 | Daily Report Online
While Children Get Pencils and Notebooks, Lawyers Should Restock Their Lockers, TooDelegating work to others—including more junior attorneys, paralegals or staff—can help ensure that the ball moves forward without your being spread too thin.
By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair
5 minute read
July 29, 2019 | Daily Report Online
Don't Load Ethics Problems Into Your Boxes When Moving OfficesWhen a firm moves, challenges include determining where old paper files will be stored and how to safely and confidentially transport e-documents to new computer networks and servers.
By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair
7 minute read
July 15, 2019 | Daily Report Online
Looking a Gift Horse in the Mouth: Negotiating Terms for Outside Counsel GuidelinesIs there a risk to accepting the client's guidelines? Can you negotiate the terms?
By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair
7 minute read
July 02, 2019 | The Recorder
Be Careful When Posting Client Information OnlineWhen it comes to an attorney's obligation to maintain a client's confidential information, the relevant California statute does not mince words.
By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair
6 minute read
July 01, 2019 | Daily Report Online
Someone Wants 'the File': When to Produce Attorney Work ProductClients may argue that they are entitled to any document that the lawyer created during the representation, including work product. Georgia cases have recognized certain exceptions to this rule.
By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair
6 minute read
June 17, 2019 | Daily Report Online
How Law Students Spend Their Summer VacationThere can be risks for law firms that arise from these summer associate programs, from issues related to social gatherings to obligations arising from the work of these relatively inexperienced, soon-to-be lawyers.
By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair
6 minute read
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