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Virtual law offices and ethics: Is it safe to practice in the cloud?

March 17, 2010 — The risks of a virtual law office are similar to the ethics and malpractice risks of a traditional law practice, but it may be easier to protect yourself against those risks with the technology provide by specialized software providers. In many instances, the security provided by Software as Service providers may actually be better than what a law firm currently has in place.

Understanding lawyer compassion fatigue in Wisconsin: Public defenders participate in study

March 17, 2010 — Although compassion fatigue has been extensively studied in first responders and other professionals who work with trauma victims, researchers have only recently begun to examine the impact on legal professionals. The Wisconsin State Public Defender is participating in a study of compassion fatigue on lawyers and support staff, and the results of that study could benefit lawyers nationwide.

Business development: A marketing checklist for associates

March 17, 2010 — The time to get lawyers thinking about business development is day one. While newer lawyers are mastering their profession, they must start building their network of contacts in preparation for the day when they graduate from being "worker bees" to becoming business owners. Larry Bodine offers a checklist for associates, taking them through years one through eight.

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Make a difference, serve on a State Bar committee – March 31 deadline approaches

March 17, 2010 – State Bar volunteers serve a vital role in providing services to fellow members and the public while gaining personal and professional satisfaction of making a difference in the legal system. At the same time, volunteers can develop one of the most valuable skills needed today … leadership.

Electronic and computer forensics evidence: Part 2

March 17, 2010 — In this video series, State Bar Practice Management Advisor Nerino Petro discusses electronic discovery and computer forensics with Bruce Olson, president of ONLAW Trial Technologies LLC. Olson explains how information is electronically stored and who should be concerned about electronically stored information.