Shari Klevens

January 02, 2019 | The Recorder

As the problem of sexual harassment and discrimination in the workplace has again come to the forefront in recent years, many law firms have taken a hard look at whether their firm's culture permits or even promotes harassment and discrimination. Besides the primary goal of creating a work environment free of harassment and discrimination, many law firms are reviewing how they address attorney compensation and promotions to ensure that their systems are as objective as possible.

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

December 19, 2018 | Texas Lawyer

An attorney in a litigation is sometimes looked to by the client as something of a soothsayer. What's likely to happen? What's the verdict going…

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

December 04, 2018 | The Recorder

Review some easily implemented risk prevention tools that can help attorneys avoid the simple but serious mistakes.

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

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

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

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 10, 2018 | Texas Lawyer

The practice of law is also a business. Attorneys have to attract and retain clients who pay their bills in order to keep the practice afloat. Sometimes,…

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

September 25, 2018 | Texas Lawyer

These duties can be particularly complex when one attorney has concerns about whether another attorney at the firm is acting ethically.

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

5 minute read

September 11, 2018 | Texas Lawyer

Most attorneys are well-versed in navigating traditional conflicts. However, there can be potential conflicts created outside the traditional attorney-client relationship that create greater risks because sometimes they may go unnoticed.

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

September 05, 2018 | The Recorder

Because it has become relatively easy to practice law from anywhere, attorneys can at times forget that states have not become any more lenient when it comes to the unauthorized practice of law.

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

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