Alanna Clair

April 05, 2023 | The Recorder

The new attorney could gain some valuable insight into the client's perspective by first considering why the client sought new counsel, says Dentons' Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair.

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

March 27, 2023 | Daily Report Online

Here are a number of different scenarios that can provide guidance to practitioners who engage in a multijurisdictional practice.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

March 13, 2023 | Daily Report Online

Will generative AI make lawyers obsolete? Can ChatGPT help streamline a legal practice? In considering whether to adopt generative AI tools, lawyers should consider the risks.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

February 27, 2023 | Daily Report Online

In a world where cybersecurity threats continue to increase, there are steps that firms can consider to help protect themselves, their employees and their clients.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

February 17, 2023 | The Recorder

Denton's Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair share some tips to help tackle the questions of whether to advise others of personal emergencies and how to do so.

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

February 13, 2023 | Daily Report Online

Here are some tips addressing how law firm associates can be mindful of their unique duties as they navigate the early stages of their careers.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

January 30, 2023 | Daily Report Online

Lawyers who engage in frivolous litigation can face severe consequences. In recent months, the legal headlines have shown that courts are becoming more willing to hold lawyers and their clients jointly and severally liable for attorney's fees as a result of frivolous litigation.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

January 17, 2023 | Daily Report Online

The case being considered by the Supreme Court—In re Grand Jury—centers on whether communications that contained both legal advice and non-legal advice relating to the preparation of tax returns are privileged.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

January 06, 2023 | The Recorder

Here are some ways that New Year's resolutions can help lawyers kick off 2023 on the right foot.

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

January 03, 2023 | Daily Report Online

It is the little things that may continue to make a big difference in 2023. Many legal-malpractice claims, in retrospect, may appear preventable. A simple fix, or another set of eyes, or a reminder about a deadline could have prevented an enormous loss.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read