Volume 4 Number 6
Tools and insights on the professional development, and quality of life, and career issues that impact every lawyer's success and satisfaction.
FOCUS ON
Doing Business Internationally

"To succeed at an international law practice, you may need to adapt your work habits, professional behavior and communication style to capture and keep more clients abroad." JANET MOORE


FOCUS ON - NATIONAL
American lawyers need to adapt our work habits, professional behavior and communication style to capture and keep more clients abroad. By Janet Moore
Five tips will help prepare you to do business in China. By Ashley Wald
The success of Volkswagen and Cadbury Schweppes in Mexico is testament that it is possible to overcome obstacles and carry out a successful venture here. By Fernando Rivadeneyra
Firms that improve their lawyers’ cultural competence will be better positioned to succeed in this new global market. By Ida Abbott
International parties need to acquaint themselves with the regional basics, abide by local laws, and, where necessary, use local counsel. By Hiba Husseini
Asian attorneys have different expectations and perceptions of their roles than American attorneys. By Dan Harris
The Latin American legal environment is characterized by idealism, paternalism, legalism and formalism. By John H. Friedhoff
At home or abroad, listening is an easy way to gain influence: people gravitate to those who listen to them. By Ayuli Jemide
Take time to build client and key strategic relationships in the global arena. By Arnie Herz
FIRM & PRACTICE MANAGEMENT
ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION
 
Our capacity to work with others across cultures has never mattered more. By Diane J. Levin
THE CLIENT
 
Communication and creativity are the two biggest things we miss in outside service providers. By Marcie Shunk
COACHING & MENTORING
 
Creating and executing a marketing plan is one of the most important activities you can do. By Debby Stone and Laura Biering
The happiness self-assessment quiz will help you determine just how happy, or unhappy you are. By Dr. Maynard Brusman
FIRM MANAGEMENT
 
Your firm’s profitability depends on the quality of partners’ leadership skills. By Laurie Bassi and Daniel McMurrer
Using change orders separates your firm from the competition who are locked into the antiquated Almighty Hour. By Ronald J. Baker
Your clients are living in an Internet world—you should, too. By Edward Poll
Create a leadership scorecard to foster a culture of leadership. By Herb Rubenstein
SUPPORT STAFF
 
You don’t need to understand the mechanics to stop making mistakes. By Mischa Kischkum
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT
 
Keeping yourself out of compromising positions is the best strategy. By Cathy Wright
Help new employees feel excited to work with you. By Judi Craig
SOLOS
 
It’s often more fun to think about going solo than it is making it work. By Susan Cartier Liebel
WOMEN IN THE LAW
 
Learn from colleagues down the hall as well as those overseas. By Ellen Ostrow
DIVERSITY
 
Recognize that your differences—including your different strengths—bring enormous value to your organization. By Elaine Arabatzis
THE WORLD OF ASSOCIATES
 

What can you do to add to your firm’s global footprint?

By Dawn Wagenaar
FEATURED QUOTE

Our system of law is one of our least successful exports.

William O'Brien
Massachusetts Bar Association

MARKETING & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
COMMUNICATIONS
 
Wendell’s practice—and social life, for that matter—are being held hostage by his social phobia, and that isn’t great for business. By Mark Johnson
TECHNOLOGY
 
When choosing computers, stick with what works for you, but don’t resist change. By Ian Bezpalko
ON WRITING
 
Metaphors have the power to help us reason, learn, and persuade. By Linda L. Berger
 
LOCAL CONTRIBUTORS
WHAT MAKES LAWYERS SUCCESSFUL?
 
Work very hard, build a reputation for integrity, and actually care about the people you serve.
SPECIAL FEATURE
 
Part 3 of "Advice to New Lawyers"
PERSONAL & PROFESSIONAL PLANNING
NAVIGATING YOUR CAREER
 

“Treat everyone—from the judge to the janitor—with respect.”

By Paul J. Consbruck
The list of possibilities is quite long. You can do pretty much whatever you want to do. By Anne Whitaker
THE FAMILY
 
By thinking creatively, you can help ease the isolation and loneliness that afflict so many older Americans. By Connie White
FINANCIAL MATTERS
 
Be very careful in evaluating and making alternative investments. Follow some specific rules to increase your chances of a profitable outcome. By Robert Hockett
THE GRAYING OF LAWYERS
 

Invest for long life expectancy; in the meantime, keep working!

By Richard M. Weber
Elderly patients deserve a higher standard of care. By Mickey Batsell
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
 
To achieve the level of growth and expertise you want, develop a robust professional development plan. By Sandee Magliozzi and Susan P. Beneville
TRAVELS
 
Hop into a vegetable-fueled vehicle, offer up your professional services and see the world with new eyes. By Helen Nodland
HEALTH
 
P is for Protein: Protein may hold the key to your improved health. By Jamie Spannhake
WORK/LIFE BALANCE
 
Distinguish between two types of stress. By Dennis Coyne
EDUCATION, TRENDS & SURVEYS
LAW SCHOOLS
 
Being a lawyer is about being a creative problem-solver; litigation is only one tool in the competent attorney’s kit. By Marjorie A. Silver
TREND WATCH
 
Co-responsive law focuses on the client, collaboration, and therapeutic jurisprudence. By Michael McCormack
BOOK REVIEWS
 
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SURVEYS & RESEARCH
 
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