Alanna Clair

December 03, 2018 | Texas Lawyer

Comments on social media are in some respects more risky than face-to-face conversations, as they are generally broadcast to the world and preserved for posterity.

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

December 03, 2018 | Daily Report Online

While contract attorneys can be a great resource for law firms when used properly, there are associated risks that law firms might not always consider.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

November 20, 2018 | The Recorder

As law firms and clients increasingly go global, attorneys are likewise finding that their practices are not constrained by borders. However, in today's environment, the act of crossing the border can by itself create some unexpected ethical issues.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

November 19, 2018 | Texas Lawyer

The legal profession is, in theory, self-regulating. If an attorney observes misconduct by another attorney, many states will place obligations on…

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

November 19, 2018 | Daily Report Online

By taking steps to become familiar with the rules, attorneys can reduce the risk of sanctions, a deposition do-over, embarrassment or an unhappy client.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

November 07, 2018 | The Recorder

Although many attorneys strive to assist their clients in making informed decisions, the act of predicting results can be less than certain.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

November 06, 2018 | Texas Lawyer

Statutes of repose do not come up in every type of legal matter, but can create real risk for litigators.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

5 minute read

November 05, 2018 | Daily Report Online

In many instances, the most relevant analysis is the type of legal work performed by the practice, rather than the amount of fees collected in a year.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

October 25, 2018 | Texas Lawyer

Some lawyers make resolutions every year to get their practice more organized or to streamline their risk management procedures. By autumn, sometimes…

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

October 22, 2018 | Daily Report Online

Some jurisdictions distinguish between—and strictly define—the joint defense privilege and the common interest privilege.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

7 minute read