A Quick Guide To Rainmaking
You’ve taken all the classes, criminal law, constitutional law, contract law and property law, walked the stage with honors, interned, clerked, passed the bar and got the new brief case. The condo, boat and Porsche haven’t appeared yet, but soon. That shingle looks great and your business cards are on the way.
What’s missing? CLIENTS!! How do you get clients? Aren’t they lined up waiting for your wisdom and sympathy (with their checkbook open)? Don’t they KNOW who you are? No, frankly they don’t.  For all the great education you have received, they probably didn’t teach you the BUSINESS of practicing law. Don’t worry, you’re not alone. This isn’t even an industry specific obstacle. Take the medical field for instance, doctors are notoriously absent of business skills and have to learn quickly, often the hard way. (more…)
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As a member of Law Clerk Connection, you are poised to take advantage of a new method of practicing law. As with all new things, there is a learning curve. This month, we would like to talk about how you can use Law Clerk Connection to bring you the greatest possible success.
Tips for Lawyer “Buyers”
Many of you have registered as Lawyers with the intent to post legal projects. If you are like other lawyers we have spoken with, you may be trying to figure out the best way to integrate Law Clerk Connection into your practice. Since every practice is different, we have provided a few examples on how you can use Law Clerk Connection to make your practice more efficient. (more…)
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As a Law Clerk Connection Law Clerk Provider, you have the ability to create a “Selling Profile” – which serves as a resume of your background, skills and experience. Additionally, you can create “Portfolios” within certain legal categories, which allow you to upload writing samples that you have produced either in law school or for other employers. This month, we would like to discuss techniques for creating Profiles and Portfolios that will increase your chances of getting invited to bid. (more…)
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