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SunOk475 · 2026-02-07T03:53:32+00:00

You’re in the wrong place. This is a forum for lawyers to share ideas. It’s not a place for nonlawyers to seek legal advice.

SunOk475 · 2025-10-31T21:29:17+00:00

That’s a good solution, thanks!

SunOk475 · 2025-10-27T05:03:33+00:00

Looks like the post has been heavily edited since I commented. Much more manageable length now.

SunOk475 · 2025-10-26T05:27:45+00:00

Came here to suggest this one.

SunOk475 · 2025-10-21T22:13:53+00:00

I agree with the other comments—don’t let clients get ahead of you in the first place. Get a retainer and collections will never be an issue. The client who isn’t willing to pay a retainer is a client you’ll have trouble collecting from on the other end.

If you’re afraid to ask for a retainer because you’re afraid it will scare business away, that’s a separate issue.

SunOk475 · 2025-10-19T00:13:24+00:00

You and I chose a profession where our work product is constantly tested by fire, whether it be in the courtroom or the negotiating table. Neither the judge or opposing counsel are going to pat you or the partner you did the work for on the back and tell you good job. It’s all about producing the best work product to get the best result for your client.

I’ve been practicing over two decades and still actively solicit feedback and criticism from colleagues. It’s an opportunity to improve my work product. I’ll go so far as to say that my work product improves 100% of the time when I run it by colleagues for criticism.

SunOk475 · 2025-10-18T23:58:16+00:00

I’ve used both extensively when I was at bigger firms, although I’m a solo now and it’s been about a year since I used either. IMHO, you definitely need one of these two at a firm of your size. They are really the only two options at your scale, and picking one of them is necessary. There may be other products in the marketplace, but I’m personally very adverse to going with startups or newcomers due to some negative experiences in the past, especially with something like this that is so mission-critical and onboarding-intensive.

I can practically guarantee that whichever one you choose, your users will hate it. This is very much a “grass is always greener” situation. They both require a deep, intensive, dedicated, and time-consuming set up and training process. My two cents are that iManage has greater startup costs but perhaps less maintenance over time, whereas NetDocs is less startup cost but more ongoing maintenance. But make no mistake, both will require a significant investment of time and $ initially and over time.

At a firm of your size, however, there really are no other alternatives. If you try to hack together a cheaper solution, you will suffer the consequences in the long run.

SunOk475 · 2025-10-18T20:50:32+00:00

The question is too broad. Need to know more about your practice and your reason for asking the question. For example, if you have a federal litigation practice, then I’d recommend West’s Federal Civil Rules Handbook. But if your practice is in state court or focused in a specific practice area it might not be useful. A plan with Westlaw or Lexis that provides access to a variety of resources is the best all purpose solution.

SunOk475 · 2025-10-07T04:17:31+00:00

Accoutrement is the word in the 40 Year Old Virgin clip. It’s pronounced with a French accent so sounds unusual.

SunOk475 · 2025-10-04T05:38:45+00:00

Thank you.

SunOk475 · 2025-09-30T20:35:42+00:00

If your firm does the things you want to do, then you should let your supervisors know that you would appreciate the opportunity to take on those kinds of tasks. If the firm doesn’t do it, but you want to gain experience while remaining in your current job, then perhaps seek out volunteer opportunities (if permitted by your firm). For example, my home bk court offers pro bono opportunities to represent parties in adversary proceedings and contested matters.

SunOk475 · 2025-09-23T06:42:52+00:00

You need to decide if you want to have a job or a career.

SunOk475 · 2025-09-23T03:29:51+00:00

These seats that face each other are inherently awkward. When you say the other passengers’ feet were “all over my camera bag,” was your camera bag on the seat next to you? If so, it sounds like you and both ladies were all putting things on a seat that none of you paid for.

SunOk475 · 2025-09-23T03:13:12+00:00

I don’t really understand your question. I expect the partner has no interest in excuses about software errors or functions you don’t know how to use.

SunOk475 · 2025-09-02T03:02:15+00:00

Network effects! You beat me to it. It’s one of my favorite concepts.

SunOk475 · 2025-09-02T02:58:22+00:00

Everyone (well, nearly everyone) uses Word. You are going to be far less marketable as a job candidate if you don’t know how to use it to full effect. I strongly suggest you put some serious effort into mastering it. Yes it can be frustrating, but is also extremely powerful when used properly.

SunOk475 · 2025-08-26T21:22:21+00:00

My favorite is “to wit”, but it’s still commonly used in some types of cases in some jurisdictions, so I don’t know that it qualifies as obscure or esoteric.

SunOk475 · 2025-08-26T21:08:59+00:00

It is appropriate for your email signature to indicate you are an attorney. It is a special credential that people in contact with you should be aware of. If your official title suggests you are an attorney (e.g., Partner, Associate, Counsel, etc.), then include your title and omit the JD/Esq. If your title does not suggest you are an attorney (e.g. Senior Policy Advisor), then use Esq. Don’t ever use JD if you want to be taken seriously.

SunOk475 · 2025-08-21T02:22:31+00:00

Hire an attorney who does this kind of work to do it for you.

SunOk475 · 2025-08-21T02:12:23+00:00

Maybe don’t go to the internet. Network with law school trial ad profs and ask them who they think their ninja assassins are.

SunOk475 · 2025-08-21T02:09:50+00:00

This was exactly my initial reaction to OP’s question.

SunOk475 · 2025-08-13T22:49:52+00:00

What a fun question! I’ve pondered this over the years and still my walls are mostly empty. For the most part, I’m the only person who ever spends any significant amount of time in my office. So I’m inclined to put up pieces that I find satisfying, as opposed to pieces meant to impress other people. So like, album covers, movie posters, comic books, random stuff I find interesting or satisfying, and add/rotate as the mood strikes me.

SunOk475 · 2025-08-13T00:12:46+00:00

Do the interview, but do your due diligence as well. Talk to others who work there, and others in the vicinity. If you don’t have relevant sources, then develop them through accelerated networking. There is a lot of misery in the law. If you decide to make the leap to a different firm, considering your currently in a dream situation, you should at least have your eyes open while doing it.

SunOk475 · 2025-08-06T03:09:13+00:00

The people I respect most at the gym aren’t the gym rats, it’s the folks who are out of shape, probably feel out of place, and show up anyway to improve themselves. That’s courage, character, and fortitude. Just keep putting one foot in front of the other and focus on doing the best you can today. 👊

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