Bar Exam Toolbox Podcast Episode 179: Listen and Learn -- Professional Responsibility: Competence
A significant and, perhaps, the most powerful aspect of coaching with me is overcoming internal obstacles which preclude success. One of the tools I use is visualization. Simply put, visualization is the practice of creating...more
Clients sometimes include me on communications merely to protect themselves from Connecticut’s Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), believing that anything sent to me is automatically covered by the attorney-client privilege. ...more
Generative artificial intelligence (genAI) is not just a tool; it’s a transformative force impacting many, if not most, industries with its advanced data generation and optimization capabilities. In contract management, where...more
A new client calls. She is a healthcare provider. She has gotten a letter from the licensing board. She needs assistance preparing an initial response and representation at the board interview. She’s convinced the complaint...more
On June 8, 2023, as part of the parliamentary debates on the so-called "Justice" bill, the French Senate voted on an amendment to the Law No. 71-1130 dated December 3, 1971, which aims to ensure confidentiality to certain...more
Attorneys and compliance professionals in the health care industry are routinely required to help their clients interpret complex laws and regulations, often without sufficient authoritative guidance from regulators. Because...more
As attorneys, we play two fundamental roles: we are both advocates and counselors. As advocates, we present the law and facts in a manner that best advances our clients’ positions. As counselors, we inform our clients of...more
QUALITY MATTERS - The other day, my hot water tank broke. At first, I just thought the pilot light went out. I was easily able to follow the directions to get the pilot light back on, but the water didn’t heat up. So, I went...more
There is a well-worn joke about a lawyer who runs into an old acquaintance on the street. “I’m so glad to see you!” the friend exclaims. “I’m in terrible trouble—can I ask you a couple of questions?” “Of course,” replies the...more
Any recorded communication (for example: emails, recorded phone conversations (including voicemails), letters, memoranda, computer records etc) may have to be produced to the other party in litigation or other adversarial...more
Winning at the blame game is difficult to do. This holds especially true where the “blame game” is actually a claim for legal malpractice. ...more