Hearsay is an important legal concept that lawyers learn in law school. Under Federal Rule of Evidence 801, hearsay is an out-of-court statement offered for the truth of the matter asserted.
Even many lawyers are often...more
It is essential to fill an open position at your law firm. Whether it is an attorney, paralegal, legal assistant, or administrative staff member, most law firms cannot afford to have key positions remain open when there is...more
Many are familiar with parental alienation, where one parent deliberately tries to damage the other parent's relationship with their children, often through persistent efforts to belittle or discredit them. Though this...more
Many are familiar with the term parental alienation. However, many are entirely unfamiliar with the term realistic estrangement.
Parental alienation is where one parent begins a campaign to demean and defame the other...more
Long ago, in 2015, I wrote that it was wise to avoid copy machine contracts. The costs of copy machines have always been extraordinary. According to a recent article, industrial copiers can range from $5,000 to $25,000 and...more
Co-parenting applications are becoming increasingly popular in divorce or family law matters where there are children. In cases where these matters are not resolved amicably, or where there are continued disagreements, more...more
An effective marketing strategy is critical for most law firms. Without new clients coming into the law firm, most law firms would not survive.
New clientele is particularly important in areas of the law where repetitive...more
Depositions are expected in divorce or family law matters. All sorts of witnesses may be deposed.
Depositions of the parties themselves are usually expected. Further, the deposition of third-party witnesses or expert...more
As a law firm manager or owner, there is so much time in the day. Where a law manager focuses there time and attention can go a long way toward the success or failure of their law firm....more
Missouri recently followed many other states by making equal parenting time a rebuttable presumption in divorce and child custody matters. The rebuttal presumption was enacted as part of Senate Bill 35, which went into effect...more
Obtaining new clientele is essential for most law firms. New clients ensure that the lights stay on and that legal staff have the work to remain profitable and generate income for the firm....more
Mediation is a popular alternative dispute resolution method in divorce or family law matters. Many opt to participate in mediation seeking a settlement outside of court....more
Many wonder when they should hire a lawyer in the months and weeks before a divorce or family law matter. “Should I do it now? Can I wait until later?” Questions like these are typical....more
Lunch meetings are common for law firm managers and owners. If you run a successful law firm with many social, business, and friend contacts, they often ask you to lunch....more
Marketing a law firm can be increasingly challenging. Finding new employees to work for a law firm can also be equally challenging.
One way a law firm can help itself is through email marketing. Email marketing can be...more
In initial consultations, some potential clients may claim that they do not have the funds to hire you. It could be that the potential client paid a consultation fee to meet you. You might have spent much time answering their...more
Most lawyers and law firms want to organize their clients’ case files. Organization can be key to having a successful outcome. For example, lawyers need to be able to find pleadings quickly in court or in the office. It is...more
Religion can often come into play in child custody disputes. Whether it is a divorce or custody case between unmarried parents, parents may often be of different faiths....more
Law firms often have employees falling below expectations in a particular area. An employee might do many good things for the law firm and the clients. But there could be an area where they are significantly deficient....more
Grandparents can play an important role in the lives of their grandchildren. Undoubtedly, many children have deep and inseparable bonds with their grandparents. When parents are married, or together, many grandparents can get...more
Deciding where to place a law firm is an important decision. From the size of the space to the cost of the rent, a law firm must make many important decisions....more
A divorce or family law trial can be a stressful experience for individuals going through it. Knowing that their fate is in the hands of one family law judge can be a sobering experience....more
Google LSA Ads came into the scene in 2015. Since then, many lawyers have increasingly used Google LSA Ads as part of their online marketing. Sensing the opportunity for more business, many marketing companies are also...more
Most parties going through a divorce or family law matter understand what a trial encompasses. A trial in a divorce or family law matter is a contested hearing. At the contested hearing, witnesses are called, and evidence is...more
Many are interested in the concept of a collaborative divorce. But an initial question many have is how long a collaborative divorce will take.
“Can a collaborative divorce be done in weeks or months, or will it take...more