The Future Shift: How Lawyers Can Thrive in the Midst of Change
Attorneys continue to face challenges with rapidly evolving societal and technological advances, as well as increased competition from non-lawyers. Some attorneys have embraced these changes by learning to automate with new systems and adopt progressive attitudes. Others, however, remain in denial about the significant impact these changes may have on their ability to prosper in tomorrow’s environment. Don’t miss this in-depth program in which Cynthia Sharp discusses future trends, including the rise of non-lawyers performing functions traditionally reserved for licensed attorneys and the steps that attorneys must take to flourish in an age of unparalleled innovation.
The program explores the benefits, pitfalls, and ethical considerations when using ChatGPT in the law office setting, and how you can serve more clients with greater efficiency by changing your practice management methods in the areas of time management, firm infrastructure, team building, and client relationship management.
Learn how to take control of your workload! Listen as Cynthia shares her best practice tips for better organization, explains how law firms benefit from the diligent and persistent use of modern practice management tools, and offers concrete strategies you can adapt to your own personal style that will help you: manage client expectations; create a culture of client communication; deliver top notch client service; develop a powerful and loyal staff; stay on top of pending cases; and minimize daily stress and irritation.
About the Speaker: Cynthia Sharp (CEO of The Sharper Lawyer) works with motivated lawyers seeking to generate additional revenue for their law firms. She practiced law from 1982 - 2009 and then embarked on a professional speaking and writing career. Ever since, she has served solo and small firm attorneys throughout North America. In the spring of 2020, she co-founded The Legal Burnout Solution dedicated to helping those in the legal industry succeed by applying principles of mindfulness to all areas of their lives. Cindy, author of The Lawyer’s Guide to Financial Planning published by ABA Solo, Small Firm and General Practice Division, is also a Contributor to the Division’s books How to Capture and Keep Clients: Marketing Strategies for Lawyers, as well as Effectively Staffing Your Law Firm.
Live Webcast
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
8:30 a.m. – 12:05 p.m.
3.0 hours MCLE credit, including 3.0* hours Professionalism, Civility, or Legal Ethics credit (subject to approval)