Lawyers e-Journal
Thursday, Sep. 11, 2008
MBA sponsoring free fall programs
R.S.V.P. for "Traps for the Unwary" and "Going Small or Solo…Now What?"
Traps for the Unwary
Course #: TRAPS6
Thursday, Sept. 25, 8:30–9:30 a.m.
MBA, 73 State St., Springfield
The economy is changing fast, claims against attorneys for malpractice are at their highest point in 10 years and all signs indicate that more of the same can be expected. Given these realities, even the most talented and diligent attorneys can be subject to a malpractice claim despite the fact that the action is without merit.
Statistics have shown that two out of every three attorneys will be sued for malpractice sometime during their career and while the attorney may not have committed malpractice, the exposure still exists. This free seminar will discuss what areas of practice are impacted most by malpractice claims, the reasons that these claims happen and how to reduce the risk in your practice.
This seminar is open to all members free of charge as an exclusive benefit of MBA membership. Sign up now so you can recognize and avoid traps that may be lying in wait for you.
Faculty:
Terence J. Welsh, CPCU, AIS
President, MBA Insurance Agency, Boston/Springfield
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Going Small or Solo…Now What?
Course #: GSSA09
Wednesday, Oct. 15, 4– 6 p.m.
Western New England College School of Law, Room D
Course #: GSSB09
Thursday, Nov. 20, 4– 6 p.m.
Suffolk University Law School, Faculty Dining Room
Are you planning to hang your shingle? Do you know a law student who wants to go solo after graduation?
Join us for a fast-paced and informative discussion on what practical issues you need to know as you embark on your professional career. Geared toward the soon-to-be small firm or solo practitioner, this program will encompass important practical issues in law practice management, including, but not limited to:
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Risk Management – insurance, conflict checking, handling client funds;
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Joining a Firm vs. Hanging A Shingle – resume writing, interviewing vs. selecting a practice area, office space and referrals;
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Marketing – cost-efficient and effective ways to market yourself and your practice;
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Professional development for the new lawyer – finding a mentor, joining bar associations, use of practice listservs and blogs;
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Technology for your practice – office hardware and software on a budget, backups and disaster planning, free services for new lawyers;
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Managing expectations – partner expectations or client expectations, everyone answers to somebody); the idea of “managing up” with your boss, partner or peers.
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Panel roundtable – the panelists will address miscellaneous topics about their practices, such as gender bias in the courtroom, tips for law students and indispensible office technology.
Attendees are invited to enjoy complimentary refreshments and an opportunity to mingle with program faculty. MBA membership is not required for attendance.
NOTE: Pre-registration is strongly recommended as space is limited. Walk-ins on the day of the program cannot be guaranteed program materials or a seat.
To register for these programs, call MBA member services at (617) 338-0530 or via e-mail.