Author Index Ed Finkel

Plan to Grow

By Ed Finkel
March
2015
Cover Story
, Page 24
Lawyers and practice advisers explain the importance of strategic planning to long-term success.

Feeling Secure in the Cloud

By Ed Finkel
January
2015
Cover Story
, Page 20
You're probably already using the Internet to access remote servers - aka cloud computing - whether you know it or not. And you should be. But make sure you understand the risks.

The Rise of the Freelance Lawyer

By Ed Finkel
December
2014
Cover Story
, Page 576
More solos and small-firm lawyers are hiring stay-at-home moms and others on a project-by-project basis as the need arises. The lawyers they hire are trading full-time employment for freedom.
3 comments (Most recent November 22, 2014)

Alternative Billing Comes to Main Street

By Ed Finkel
October
2014
Cover Story
, Page 476
Firms that serve corporate clients are no strangers to non-hourly billing strategies. But other attorneys are finding that consumer-friendly pricing can be lawyer-friendly as well.
1 comment (Most recent September 24, 2014)

The Powerful Practice Technology You Already Have

By Ed Finkel
September
2014
Cover Story
, Page 428
The technology that can transform your practice by dramatically saving you time and money may already be in your office - if you'd just learn to use it.

Make Your Personal Style Work for You

By Ed Finkel
August
2014
Cover Story
, Page 380
Afraid you're too shy to get up and do what needs to be done to market your practice? Fear not. Good marketing is more about listening than talking.

A Practice-Focused Presidency

By Ed Finkel
July
2014
Cover Story
, Page 324
Promoting civics education, reshaping ISBA's solo and small firm conference, and helping debt burdened law students and new admittees tops new ISBA President Rick Felice's agenda.

Building Your Case with Social Media Evidence

By Ed Finkel
June
2014
Cover Story
, Page 276
Can you get the other side's damaging Facebook posts into evidence? How do you make sure they don't vanish? Here's a look at emerging principles and best practices.

Medical Marijuana Comes to Illinois

By Ed Finkel
April
2014
Cover Story
, Page 172
What will the Medical Cannabis Act mean for patients? For employers? Others? Prepare to advise clients about what some are calling the most restrictive medical marijuana law in the country.

Practice-Launching Tips for Solos and Small Firms

By Ed Finkel
February
2014
Cover Story
, Page 72
Time to strike out on your own? Veteran practitioners help you get off to a good start - and avoid common missteps - with tips on marketing, billing, retainers, client management, and more.

Low Cost Technology for Highly Productive Lawyers

By Ed Finkel
January
2014
Cover Story
, Page 20
Now more than ever, great technology tools - many especially designed for lawyers - are amazingly affordable if not free. But don't forget the crucial difference between "frugal" and "cheap."
1 comment (Most recent December 31, 2013)

‘Aim for the Top’

By Ed Finkel
November
2013
Cover Story
, Page 564
After a four-decade ascent through all levels of the Illinois court system, Rita Garman becomes Illinois's second female chief justice.

Limited Scope, Expanded Opportunity

By Ed Finkel
October
2013
Cover Story
, Page 508
Recent Illinois Supreme Court rule changes enable lawyers to represent clients in litigation for only a portion of a case. Proponents say that's good for lawyers, clients, and judges.

Reaching Out to Generation Next

By Ed Finkel
August
2013
Cover Story
, Page 400
Young lawyers have different needs than their more senior colleagues. New President Paula Holderman wants to make sure the ISBA speaks their language.

Rainmaking in Dry Times

By Ed Finkel
June
2013
Article
, Page 288
How do you attract new clients and retain existing ones in this economy? Consultants and Illinois lawyers offer battle-tested tips.

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