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Why Law Firms Need Freelance Attorneys

Posted by on Jul 13, 2014 in Featured Posts, Freelance Basics | 1 comment
In a recent post, the Wall Street Journal Law Blog discussed findings from the 2014 Law Firms in Transition survey, an annual report compiled by a national legal consulting firm. Highlighting the average $160,000 starting salary for new associates at large law firms, the WSJ Law Blog poked fun at law firm...
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Freelancing: Declaring Independence

Posted by on Jul 8, 2014 in Featured Posts, Uncategorized | 0 comments
One benefit of freelancing is that you’re suddenly part of a large and growing entrepreneurial group. Last year I registered my freelance law practice at the Freelancers Union, a New York-based nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of all independent workers, not just freelance attorneys. I’ve found...
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Is This Anxiety?

Posted by on Jun 19, 2014 in Featured Posts | 0 comments
As attorneys, we understand we have to manage stress. A little stress may help us perform at our best, but too much can be a problem—and may cause excessive anxiety. If you were able to worry less, what improvements would you see in your life and your practice? Do you want to find out? Read on for some...
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MFAN Hosts Conversation with Minnesota Lawyers Mutual

Posted by on Jun 4, 2014 in Featured Posts, News and Events | 1 comment
On May 14, 2014, representatives from Minnesota Lawyers Mutual accepted an invitation from MFAN to sit down and discuss the contours of malpractice insurance coverage for freelance attorneys. Members in attendance at the regular bi-monthly MFAN meeting had the unique opportunity to engage in a dialogue with...
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Delegating on a Deadline: Opposing Summary Judgment Motions

Posted by on May 28, 2014 in Featured Posts, How We Help | 0 comments
My last post discussed making a motion for summary judgment. Now let’s imagine you’re on the receiving end of that motion. You have to review the evidence and frame a response, fast. How to proceed? Remember the standard of review favors the non-movant, and the non-movant is you. The court must view the...
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Minnesota Appeals – A Few Key Questions

Posted by on May 21, 2014 in Featured Posts, How We Help | 0 comments
Think you may be heading for an appeal in one of your cases? Here are a few things to think about: First, check that all errors have been preserved. If you are the appellant, you want to assess error-preservation as you proceed in the case. And for sure, at the post-trial motion stage, which will be your...
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