In this episode of Power Up Your Practice, Ruby Powers sits down with Craig Dobson, a thought leader in Legal Ethics Advice to Lawyers. From managing overwhelming caseloads to the importance of malpractice notifications, Craig offers practical advice for staying compliant while building a well-managed, ethical firm. Tune in to discover how creating a supportive culture and addressing issues proactively can power up your practice!
Tune in to the episode to hear about:
*Managing Ethical Workloads: How lawyers can avoid ethics violations by not taking on more cases than they can handle.
*Malpractice Reporting: When and why lawyers should report issues to their malpractice carriers to avoid voiding their coverage.
*Practice Management as Ethics: The connection between well-managed firms and ethical legal practices, including the importance of training and having written operational procedures.
*Client Communication: The ethical and professional risks that come with failing to keep clients informed, particularly in flat-fee arrangements.
*Lawyer Well-being and Firm Culture: The psychological toll of certain legal roles and the need for firms to support staff through positive feedback and transparency.
Learn more about Craig Dobson:
* Connect with Craig on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/craigdobson
*Craigs’ website: dobson-law.com
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