Save the whales; among the many worthy causes, let's also save the profession

Article Abstract:

Lawyers need to realize that change begins with each person and try to revive the dignity of the administration of justice and their own professionalism. They can accomplish this revival best by starting with their own conduct rather than joining a committee to study the problem. They should follow self-imposed rules such as politeness to colleagues, respect for the judge and witness, making their oral agreements as binding as written contracts and trying to resolve disputes prior to litigation.

Legal etiquette, Professional ethics

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Dan Quayle was right; too many lawyers focusing on fees, not clients

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Too many lawyers emphasize billing over service to their clients, giving credence to criticisms of the profession made by Dan Quayle and others. Attorneys in solo practice must be well-organized, professional and courteous in order to better serve their clients. Better service, not more emphasis on billing, will build successful practices.

Economic aspects, Attorneys, Lawyers' fees, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Quayle, Dan

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Sine qua non; absolutely indispensable to a law practice is ...

Article Abstract:

The attorney's most important asset is his clientele, so prompt and competent service to them should be the prime concern. None of a law practice's other attributes such as a prime location, a competent staff and a sought-after legal specialty will help if the clientele is not there.

Management, Sole practitioners, Sole practitioners (Lawyers), Practice of law

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