The Attorney's Networking Handbook


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I asked my father, a retired attorney, what he did back in the day to develop new business for his law practice. He looked at me with confusion and said, "Nothing. I was a very good attorney. My phone rang and there was the business." How many attorneys can still say that? The reality is that developing a book of business has never been more challenging and more important than in today's competitively charged environment. To put a finer point on this, ask a group of legal recruiters about changing law firms and they will ask you the same initial question, "What size is your book?" Unfortunately, your ability to develop business is now more important than what law school you graduated or even your level of experience as a lawyer. As you may have heard, networking is one of the best ways to grow a legal practice. Most attorneys know this, but either haven't tried yet or have already experienced the time sucking void that networking can become. Time is money. Being efficient and process-oriented with how you network is half the battle. The Attorney's Networking Handbook was specifically written to help lawyers take the guesswork out of networking. The book includes proven methodologies, engaging stories and critical take-aways that will allow you to get actual results from your time invested.




A Lawyer's Guide to Networking


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Leaping from the final pages of Civil War, this is the story that stunned readers, sent shockwaves through the entire Marvel Universe and made news headlines worldwide! And the death of Captain America is only the beginning! In the aftermath of the fabled hero's assassination, Agent 13, Bucky Barnes, the Falcon, Black Widow and Iron Man come together again in a desperate attempt to keep his dream alive. But the collapse of Steve Rogers' dream was merely the first step in the wicked machinations of the Red Skull. Collects Captain America #25-42.




The Lawyer's Guide to Social Networking


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Written by a veteran litigator and leading expert on law and social media, The Lawyers Guide to Social Networking provides a comprehensive look at how social media is affecting the legal system. This book examines the myriad ways in which information from sites like Facebook, MySpace, and Twitter is being put to use in everything from criminal and family law matters to personal injury, employment, and commercial cases nationwide. The author illustrates how the pervasive social networking phenomenon is redefining traditional notions of jurisdiction, duty, service of process, and legal ethics while using actual trial and appellate level cases to analyze the discoverability and admissibility of social media evidence.




Model Rules of Professional Conduct


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The Model Rules of Professional Conduct provides an up-to-date resource for information on legal ethics. Federal, state and local courts in all jurisdictions look to the Rules for guidance in solving lawyer malpractice cases, disciplinary actions, disqualification issues, sanctions questions and much more. In this volume, black-letter Rules of Professional Conduct are followed by numbered Comments that explain each Rule's purpose and provide suggestions for its practical application. The Rules will help you identify proper conduct in a variety of given situations, review those instances where discretionary action is possible, and define the nature of the relationship between you and your clients, colleagues and the courts.




Social Media Law


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Social Media Law examines social and new media issues through the lens of law and policy, reflecting new case law and legislative developments.




Networking Kills


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The key to finding success isn't about who you know, but how you serve. This is how you can truly change the world - one person at a time.




Connecting Ethics and Practice


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In Connecting Ethics and Practice: A Lawyer's Guide to Professional Responsibility, Third Edition, the author explains the legal, professional, and ethical constraints that regulate attorneys while keeping the modern law professor and student in mind. Contemporary cases and articles are used to provide for an easier understanding of the Model Rules and Judicial Cannons, which assists in preparing for law school exams and the MPRE. The author employs a user-friendly coursebook format organized in a logical manner while achieving a realistic and manageable length. Mind maps are provided with every chapter to help students visualize and remember selected rules, and discussion questions are used to allow the students to fully comprehend and digest the reading, while also demonstrating real-life struggles most lawyer face at some point in their careers. Based on the unique format, students systematically cover all important aspects of the legal journey from law school to the legal profession. New to the Third Edition: Revised chapters contain contemporary cases, discussions, and studies Updated Model Rule 7 (Advertising) Scholarship throughout the book (in Chs. 1, 4, 10, 12, and 14) has been updated to include more recent and engaging articles New cases: Ch. 7: Federico v. Lincoln Military Hous., LLC Ch. 10: In re Discipline of Hale Ch. 11: People v. Maynard Ch. 12: Bennett v. Hill-Boren, P.C. Benefits for instructors and students: The easy-to-follow logical sequence of all relevant rules are clearly articulated at the beginning of the book and then reiterated accordingly in every chapter The structured material is well-suited for a new or experienced professor Chapters are based on quality readings as opposed to quantity Engaging, realistic examples exhibit how each Rule relates to practice Simple, consistent organization of each chapter offers a clear and logical layout, allowing for ease of use and teaching throughout Chapter introductions begin with concise explanations of the applicable Rules to be discussed Readings are controversial, contemporary, and thought-provoking Flexible organization allows for the material to be adapted to meet the individual needs of each class; professors can use as much or as little guidance as needed, and the material can be adjusted for a 2- or 3-credit course Discussion questions at the end of each reading, as well as at the end of each chapter, encourage colorful and lively dialogue and participation (which can be used in detail if time permits, or just used for student understanding of the material for class preparation) Table of Model Rules with applicable page numbers provide easy reference




The Worker Center Handbook


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Worker centers are becoming an important element in labor and community organizing and the struggle for fair pay and decent working conditions for low-wage workers, especially immigrants. There are currently more than two hundred worker centers in the country, and more start every month. Most of these centers struggle as they try to raise funds, maintain stable staff, and build a membership base. For this book, Kim Bobo and Marién Casillas-Pabellón, two women with extensive experience supporting and leading worker centers, have interviewed staff at a broad range of worker centers with the goal of helping others understand how to start and build their organizations. This book is not theoretical, but rather is designed to be a practical workbook for staff, boards, and supporters of worker centers. Geared toward groups that want to build worker centers, this book discusses how to survey the community, take on an initial campaign, recruit leaders, and raise seed funds. Bobo and Casillas-Pabellón also provide a wealth of advice to help existing centers become stronger and more effective. The Worker Center Handbook compiles best practices from around the country on partnering with labor, enlisting the assistance of faith communities and lawyers, raising funds, developing a serious membership program, integrating civic engagement work, and running major campaigns. The authors urge center leaders to both organize and build strong administrative systems. Full of concrete examples from worker centers around the country, the handbook is practical and honest about challenges and opportunities.




The Lawyer's Guide to Marketing on the Internet


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This book shows how to effectively, and efficiently, market a law practice on the Internet.




The Essential Attorney Handbook for Internet Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, and Website Deve


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How can attorneys reach new clients on the Internet? Veteran attorney and Internet entrepreneur Jeff Lantz provides the definitive source for law firm Internet marketing, brand and value proposition creation, effective website development, search engine optimization (SEO), search engine/pay-per-click marketing on Google, Bing, and Yahoo!, blogging, and social/business networking on Facebook and Twitter. The book discusses domain name acquisition, hosting, website platform and Content Management Systems, Web 2.0 design, SEO for high rankings on Google, and creating a powerful Client-Centered Website that resonates with clients and serves as a call to action. What Internet marketing is the most effective? Learn how to measure cost-per-client and to use website statistics for better marketing allocation. Step-by-step instructions are provided for domain registration, designing PPC ad campaigns on Google, Bing, and Yahoo!, and creating business pages on Facebook and Twitter.