How to avoid committing malpractice on social media

How to avoid committing malpractice on social media

With over 2.2 billion people active on social media today, it’s nearly impossible to ignore the increasingly ubiquitous presence of social media in our lives. When it comes to the practice of law, understanding the nuances of this emerging social landscape is crucial...
The need for lawyers is inevitable

The need for lawyers is inevitable

Author: Nika Kabiri Last week I wrote about how the desire to control one’s case is the top reason why many people don’t consider hiring a lawyer. I also explained how, once people do consider hiring a lawyer, cost becomes the primary barrier to following through with...
Lawyers, the Wall Street Journal is calling us dumb

Lawyers, the Wall Street Journal is calling us dumb

Author: Dan Lear People are talking about us behind our back, lawyers. And they’re not complimenting our excellent credentials or impeccably adorned offices. Instead, there’s been a lot of press over the last few weeks about “dumb lawyers,” or, if you prefer, the...
Everybody hates lawyers . . . until they need one

Everybody hates lawyers . . . until they need one

Author: Nika Kabiri A 2013 study by the Pew Research Center found that only 18% of Americans think lawyers contribute “a lot” to society. For comparison, consider that 72% said the same thing about teachers, and 66% about doctors. What a drag. No one wants to go to...
Lawyers just can’t get no respect

Lawyers just can’t get no respect

Author: Nika Kabiri Show me a lawyer who’s shocked to hear about the profession’s poor reputation, and I’ll show you… well, I wouldn’t be able to show you anything. We’ve all heard the lawyer jokes. In September of this year, Avvo asked about 2,000 Americans to rate...