TechnoLawyer: TechnoFeature

Coming September 26, 2006 to TechnoFeature: To many firms, a client is a client is a client — they treat each client like royalty and follow the old adage "Don't look a gift horse in the mouth." But not all clients equal good business. In this article, legal coach and consultant Edward Poll discusses two instances when turning down a client can prove more beneficial in the long run. Find out how a more discerning eye when accepting work can result in better productivity, profitability, and peace of mind.

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Think you know everything about starting a new practice? Notwithstanding your legal talent, you also need business talent — a key ingredient in the launch of a successful law firm. In this article, legal coach and consultant Edward Poll differentiates business from law and explains how to create an environment in which both can thrive. In doing so, Ed lays down ten Do's and Don'ts.

Coming September 19, 2006 to TechnoFeature: Think you can do without the latest and greatest in technology? Got everything you need to get by and keep your practice running smoothly? Attorney Joe Hartley thought so too. In this article, Joe shares his eye-opening experience with a recent hardware malfunction in his law firm. Although he still staunchly believes that lawyers should use technology in moderation, Joe has made some important changes to ensure his firm can sail through future meltdowns without incident. Can your firm say the same?

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Coming September 12, 2006 to TechnoFeature: HotDocs 2006. You've heard about it. You've thought about it. But you still haven't upgraded. In this article, attorney, technology consultant, and document assembly guru Marc Lauritsen reviews the latest version of HotDocs, providing pros, cons, a wish list for the next version, and an overall TechnoScore.

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Coming September 5, 2006 to TechnoFeature: Do you have a To Do list so long that you don't know where to begin? Do you dread facing yet another day in the courtroom? In this article, legal consultant Allison Shields offers up 10 tips every lawyer can use to get motivated and get work done. Got a brief to write, a meeting with a client, research to do — but can't get going? Allison will show you how to go from uninspired to unstoppable in no time.

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Coming August 22, 2006 to TechnoFeature: You may claim to be a PowerPoint know-it-all. But do you know how to control the speed of animated objects or instantly blank the screen during a presentation? In this article, veteran trial presentation consultant Timothy Piganelli shares his top ten favorite little-known features of PowerPoint.

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Coming August 15, 2006 to TechnoFeature: No Internet at the hotel? No problem! Although not nearly a vacation, traveling for business can feel just as stress-free if you plan ahead for such techno-disasters. In this article, legal technology trainer Adriana Linares shares the contents of her travel bag and how each item keeps her sane while away. Learn traveling tips and tricks from someone always on the go — and always connected.

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Coming August 8, 2006 to TechnoFeature: Does the word "budget" make you want to run for the hills? Sure, creating a budget can seem overwhelming and scary — but so can not meeting financial goals. In this article, CPA and law firm specialist Richard Puzo outlines the basics of budgeting for a law practice. Rick will show you how to assess your firm's needs and create an adaptable financial plan that will yield big results. He almost makes it seem ... easy.

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Coming August 1, 2006 to TechnoFeature: So excited about your office move that you have focused more on the wall color than Internet access? Or has planning to move your firm proven so overwhelming that you don't even know where to begin? In this article, legal coach and consultant Edward Poll takes you step by step through the moving process and offers up some important factors to consider. Whether you just need help prioritizing or you've just begun contemplating a new space, Ed will lead the way.

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Coming July 25, 2006 to TechnoFeature: When document management systems (DMS) first became available on the market, nothing compelled law firms to implement them. After years of improvements, DMS now provide tight integration with e-mail systems for efficient e-mail management. In this article, technology consultant David Moon discusses how to make use of this new feature. Will he persuade you to get you down off that fence and embrace DMS? Read on to find out.

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