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Monday’s Mix

Each Monday we present brief excerpts of recent posts from five of Canada’s award­-winning legal blogs chosen at random* from more than 80 recent Clawbie winners. In this way we hope to promote their work, with their permission, to as wide an audience as possible.

This week the randomly selected blogs are 1. Attorney with a Life 2. Official Clio Blog 3. The Lean Law Firm 4. Family LLB 5. Crossroad Family Law Blog

Attorney with a Life
Balance the Scales: Service vs Servitude™

The law is a helping profession. Outsiders might scoff, but all of us in the profession know this to be so. Ask a thousand lawyers what they value about their work, and most will draw a connection to helping. One bankruptcy lawyer told me that what motivates him is helping people to make a fresh start. Business lawyers have spoken with passion about helping their entrepreneurial
clients. Personal injury lawyers have told me how much they care about helping injured persons recover and rebuild their lives. …

Official Clio Blog
The Best Legal Marketing Companies in 2023

Search engine optimization, top-of-funnel, and pay-per-click? You’d be forgiven if these words spark confusion. After all, you went to school to study law, not legal marketing. And yet, legal marketing has become incredibly important for firms of all sizes. As competition intensifies, it can be a powerful way to gain an edge over the competition and attract a steady flow of clients. The good news? You don’t have to take on this work alone. Search carefully, and you’ll find a crop of companies that can elevate your law firm’s marketing. …

The Lean Law Firm
E188: Make your law firm more efficient with this tip to help improve processes!

Do you really know how work gets done in your practice? We’ve talked a lot lately about getting the right processes in place to deliver what your clients want and need. If you’re still reading, it’s because you want to improve your processes…but until you know how you’re working right now, you can’t actually make any improvements. …

Family LLB
Recording Release – Presumptive Hearings: Town Hall for Legal Professionals and Members of the Public

On Wednesday, June 28th, Russell Alexander will be joined by members of the Family Law Ad Hoc Steering Committee Professors Nicholas Bala (Queen’s Law), Rachel Birnbaum (Social Work at Kings University College – Western) and Claire Houston (Law at Western) who conducted a survey to help understand the experiences of family lawyers as a result of the pandemic and the adoption of virtual technology in family court. In the 1-hour virtual town hall, they will present the results of their survey. Members of the Family Law Ad Hoc Steering Committee will also offer their thoughts on how the outcome of the survey can help inform the discussion surrounding presumptive hearings in family courts in Ontario and access to justice. …

Crossroad Family Law Blog
Before the Bells: Understanding Cohabitation and Prenuptial Agreements

Entering into a committed relationship or preparing for marriage is an exciting time in one’s life. However, along with the joy and anticipation, it is essential to address the practical and legal aspects that come with such unions. Cohabitation and marriage bring about legal rights and responsibilities, financial considerations, and the potential for unforeseen circumstances in the future. Whether you’re planning to move in together or preparing for a wedding, understanding the legalities and implications of cohabitation and prenuptial agreements is crucial. The following blog will clarify some of the most important points about these agreements and what they mean for you. …

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*Randomness here is created by Random.org and its list randomizing function.

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