Shari Klevens

September 12, 2017 | The Recorder

While every firm typically has unique considerations in deciding whether to change insurers, there are certain issues that may warrant exploring the options when renewal time is approaching.

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens

5 minute read

September 12, 2017 | Connecticut Law Tribune

Courts may consider sanctions against other members of a law firm or association, particularly if the court believes that the misconduct was a byproduct of the way that firm typically practices.

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens, Dentons US

10 minute read

September 12, 2017 | Texas Lawyer

Everyone makes mistakes, but when attorneys misstate facts in court the ramifications may be serious for themselves, their clients and their firms.

By Shari Klevens and Randy Evans

11 minute read

September 07, 2017 | The Recorder

In the modern practice of law, arguably nothing is more important to an attorney than her laptop. With the rise of electronic document management systems, the laptop can act as the equivalent of an entire office building of documents and allow the attorney to work from virtually anywhere.

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens

6 minute read

August 31, 2017 | Connecticut Law Tribune

Most attorneys instinctually try to fix a mistake. If the problem can't be fixed, the temptation is to either ignore it in hopes that it just goes away, or worse yet, fall on the sword for something that may not even constitute a recoverable claim for malpractice.

By Shari Klevens and Randy Evans

6 minute read

August 30, 2017 | The Recorder

As a result of the changing market for legal services, law firms are not always looking for the same type of candidate when hiring new attorneys as in the past. Because demand from clients can be uneven, particularly for litigation matters, some firms may be reluctant to commit to full-time attorneys in fear that the work won't be there permanently to justify the cost.

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens

6 minute read

August 29, 2017 | Texas Lawyer

Sooner or later, every lawyer makes a mistake.

By Shari Klevens and Randy Evans

6 minute read

August 23, 2017 | The Recorder

Professionalism is necessary so that the practice of law may continue to survive and thrive.

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens

11 minute read

August 16, 2017 | The Recorder

Earlier this year, the State Bar of California approved an ethics rule prohibiting sexual relations between attorneys and clients. The new rule, which carves out limited exceptions, awaits a final determination by the California Supreme Court.

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens

6 minute read

August 09, 2017 | The Recorder

Lateral hiring is a necessary part of the changing legal landscape, and it can yield mutually beneficial results for both attorney and law firm. For the attorney, a lateral move can improve advancement possibilities, while also potentially providing a greater platform for clients, different work-life balance and better compensation. For the law firm, lateral additions can increase revenue, expand or deepen the bench in certain practice areas and achieve growth objectives.

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens

5 minute read