The new year dawned with the hope and promise of a new beginning, along with a resolution to exercise more. If you are anything like me, your new year's resolutions are already in danger of fading to a mere historical curiosity.
One resolution you can make and check off the list this week is to review any new or newly effective rules where you currently practice.
NEW PRACTICE GUIDE: North Carolina Uniform Power of Attorney Act: Success through Preparation
by Janice Davies
Are you aware there is a new power of attorney statute in North Carolina effective January 1, 2018? North Carolina attorneys must prepare for its effective date.
I was taught growing up that the truth would set me free, but it wasn't until much later - and an incident involving Little Debbie snack cakes - that I saw how it actually works.
Up until then I got the general idea. But still, I had my doubts. It seemed that in the real world telling the truth was as likely to get you into trouble as out of it.
Celebrating 40 Years of Lawyers Mutual: A Look Back at Beginning
January is the time for new beginnings and reaching goals.
The founders of Lawyers Mutual created a company dedicated to the attorneys of North Carolina. Their vision and dedication made Lawyers Mutual the great company it is today.
To celebrate our 40th Anniversary, we take a look back at the foundation of Lawyers Mutual.
Lawyers Mutual Interview: Lisa Sheppard, Executive Director of the Chief Justice Commission on Professionalism
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The Road Less Traveled - North Carolina Splits from Other Jurisdictions on Fee-Splitting Issue
Lisa Sheppard, Executive Director
Suzanne Lever, Assistant Ethics Counsel
Lisa Sheppard has been appointed as the new Executive Director of the Chief Justice's Commission on Professionalism (CJCP). Sheppard succeeded Melvin F. Wright Jr., who retired from the position after 19 years.
I am sure many of you are aware of Avvo's online legal directory. However, you may not know that Avvo, as well as a handful of other platforms, is now offering fixed fee limited scope legal services online.
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LMASE Triangle/Triad
Luncheon: Fearless Goal-Setting for 2018
When: February 15, 2018
12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: New Media Campaigns
110 E Main St #200
Carrboro, NC 27510
Whether you have personal aspirations or bold professional goals, start the year off on the right foot with a well-developed plan. Join Kristin Heimstra at New Media Campaigns in Carrboro for a fun and innovative session on fearless goal-setting.
