The Modern Lawyer

Law practice is a business. Like every other industry, it is affected by improvements in technology and general changes in society. If you plan to practice law in the next ten to 40 years, you must be prepared to adapt to the changing landscape while meeting your ethical obligations.Braving evolution and working to adapt within a staid profession can be frightening, but it is also exciting. With guidelines on topics from ethics to office management, changes in payment technologies, managing client expectations, and gaining competence in new practice areas, this book will prepare you to stare down any fears and prepare you for lawyering in today's world and in tomorrow's.