ABA Section of Litigation's Sound Advice

If you are looking to charge a client a retainer earned on receipt, you should listen as Larry Fox explains how do to so within the confines of Rule 1.5 of the Professional Rules of Conduct.

Some clients believe that they are in charge of every aspect of a case. But is that true? Listen as Larry Fox clarifies the roles of clients and their lawyers by highlighting Rule 1.2 of the Rules of Professional Conduct.

Generally lawyers do not worry about ethical concerns during the appeals process. Listen as ethics expert Larry Fox highlights several scenarios where potential ethical issues could arise.

Young lawyers in law firms often make the mistake of thinking that they do not have any “clients.” Demetra Liggins explains office management for young lawyers, including how they do indeed have “clients”—just not in the traditional sense.

Passing the bar examination is a rite of passage for any litigator. Listen as experienced trial lawyer Dale Weppner shares strategies that should help you not only survive the feeling that your entire life comes down to a single test, but also pass that test in the process.

Are you interested in starting your own firm but are unsure how to proceed? Have no fear—Mike Lynn shares his experience in starting and running his own firm to help guide you through this potentially uncertain time in your career.

While knowledge and skill are the best way to build your career and reputation, by following the 5 simple steps outlined here you will be on your way to establishing your practice and increasing your visibility. Listen as Mark Powers, president of Atticus, explains the best ways to market yourself as a young lawyer in today’s fast-paced world. Remember, once you start marketing yourself

Listen as Larry Fox, Yale Law School’s Crawford Lecturer at Law in Ethics, and a partner at Philadelphia’s Drinker, Biddle and Reath, LLP, guides you through the jurisdictional variations in the applicable rules of professional conduct that apply in this difficult situation.

If you apply these valuable tips for your legal career from seasoned lawyer Don Bivens; you may see the rain begin to fall!

Practicing law for 25 years has given this lawyer the experience necessary to advise young lawyers on what they should and should not be doing as they embark on their legal careers.

Learn how to get your case into the court of appeals before final judgment as the multiple categories of appellate jurisdiction are explained.

Volunteer lawyers say again and again that representing a client on death row was the highlight of their careers. No matter how you feel about the death penalty, fair trials, good lawyers and justice cannot be dismissed.

Referring a client with a matter you are not competent to handle may entitle you to a shared referral fee, but be aware of your jurisdiction’s requirements before counting on that fee!

Increase the likelihood of a positive outcome to your next arbitration by listening to former Chair of the ABA Section of Litigation, Louise LaMothe, a practicing arbitrator and mediator in Santa Barbara, California, as she highlights key differences between litigation and arbitration.

Listen to Judge Jeffrey Cole, U.S. District Court Judge for the Northern District of Illinois as he gives tips on how to make it easier for a judge to rule in your favor by following these common sense rules.