Slowdown strategies: wise use of time during lulls in work can fortify a practice

Article Abstract:

The time available when a solo practice experiences a lull in business can be put to good use by catching up on bookkeeping, networking on the Internet or contacting former and potential clients. Professional interests can also be pursued during slowdowns that may lead to expanded business. Another important task that is better performed when attorneys are not busy trying cases is the practice's cash flow management. Other suggestions are included that demonstrate how business lulls can be valuable.

Sole practitioners, Sole practitioners (Lawyers)

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The heart of the matter

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Attorneys are in a people-oriented profession and must be good communicators and listeners. Patricia Dean, Chicago-area consultant to attorneys on interpersonal skills, suggests that attorneys anticipate what will be covered before a meeting so that they can better concentrate on listening to what is being said. Other skills include not interrupting at important points, listening through pauses in interviews and not showing boredom or lack of interest through nonverbal behavior.

Methods, Interpersonal communication, Listening, Interviewing in law practice, Legal interviewing

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Constructing team spirit

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Attorneys are increasingly becoming part of clients' work teams. The business community has begun to see the value of having attorneys acting as project managers, particularly in areas such as construction law. Attorneys must hone their business, financial, communication and management skills in order to turn these team arrangements into successful partnerships.

Construction industry, Innovations, Laws, regulations and rules, Attorneys, Work groups, Teamwork (Workplace), Corporate counsel, Law firms

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