Ignoring the ODC Won’t Save You—It Might Sink You
In the recent disciplinary matter In re: Sonnier, 395 So. 3d 850 (La. 10/25/24), the Louisiana Supreme Court highlighted an important clarification regarding Rule 8.1(c) of the Louisiana Rules of …
Kickstart 2025: The Essential Risk Management Checklist for Lawyers and Law Firms
Protecting Your Practice As the new year begins, lawyers and law firms have an excellent opportunity to ensure their practices are in top shape—ethically, financially, and operationally. Whether you’re a …
End-of-Year Legal Checklist: Refresh, Refocus, and Ready Your Practice for Success in the New Year
As the calendar winds down, it’s the perfect time for legal professionals to take stock, streamline processes, and prepare for a prosperous new year. From fine-tuning client management to safeguarding …
When Does the Clock Start Ticking? A Look at Prescription Issues in Unpaid Legal Fees Cases
In the world of legal billing disputes, a key question often arises: When does the time limit to file a lawsuit for unpaid fees begin? This was the central issue …
Top 10 Legal Ethics Developments of 2024: A Year in Review
As 2024 comes to a close, it’s a good time to reflect on the most significant developments in legal ethics that shaped the profession this year. These changes highlight the …
Fiery Language in Court Filings Can Burn Your Case
In Randazzo v. Imbraguglio, 329 So. 3d 282 (La. 12/21/21), Justice Crichton issued a pointed concurrence addressing the use of discourteous language in a writ application filed with the Louisiana …
Can Settlement Agreements Muzzle Lawyers About Public Case Information?
The short answer is no. The North Carolina State Bar recently tackled this issue and made it clear that settlement agreements can’t restrict lawyers from discussing information that’s already public …
The New Frontier of Legal Marketing: Search Engine Keywords
Legal marketing has gone digital, and law firms are getting creative with their online strategies. One increasingly common tactic: using competitors’ names in Google ads – a practice known as …
State Advisory Opinion Addresses Considerations for Lawyer Departing Law Firm
Lawyers departing from a law firm face many practical considerations when departing a firm for a new practice. This is especially true when some clients choose to leave the lawyer’s …
May a lawyer offer legal services under a subscription service fee model in which the client pays a monthly fee for legal services that the client may or may not utilize?
Subscription services are an increasingly common way for consumers to access products and services they frequently require. Services like Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Instacart sell a product or service to …