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May 2018
The Law Regret Known as Walterboro
by Jay Reeves

I'm probably not the only lawyer who tends to second-guess decisions I've made and roads not taken.
 
But I doubt many others have given their regret a name. Mine is named Walterboro - or at least it was until I stumbled upon a secret that changed my life.
 
by Camille Stell

Your firm relies on data to thrive.
 
Lawyers Mutual is dedicated to helping lawyers "change with the changes" that are occurring in the industry.
 
Jay Reeves

May is Mental Health Month, and this year's theme is  Fitness #4Mind4Body.
 
That couldn't be timelier for lawyers, in light of alarmingly high rates of depression, substance abuse, suicide and career dissatisfaction.
 
Since day one, we've been leaders and innovators. Founded by North Carolina lawyers. Staffed by North Carolina lawyers. A 40-year commitment to excellence.
 

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Coaching for Attorneys
Lawyers have a lot on their plates and often the working day doesn't end when you pack up your briefcase and leave the office.
 
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Taking the (Tax) Sting out of Taxable Settlements

Adam Pierce
Lawyers Structured Settlements


Troy Crawford
 Lawyers Mutual Claims Counsel
 
Structured Settlements have been available for injury victims since the late 70's.  Countless billions have been placed in these annuities which have helped hundreds of thousands of injured parties guarantee their financial future.    
 
 
One Thursday morning a few months ago, my boss sat across the desk listening intently to a call on my speakerphone.  On the other end of the call was a real estate attorney and her trusted long-time paralegal, both clearly frazzled and experiencing the worst two days either imagined possible.
 
Upcoming CLE Programs
 
NCBA, Clio and Lawyers Mutual Present The Data Driven Lawyer
 
When: June 8, 2018
Where: NC Bar Center 
 
Whether you're an attorney, paralegal, legal marketer, or firm administrator, this one-day session helps practitioners incorporate new strategies to make your firm more successful immediately. 

For more information and to register, click here
SAVE THE DATE! LMA presents DIY Legal Marketing Conference for Solos and Small Firms 

When: July 27, 2018 
     
This seminar is designed for private practice attorneys and legal administrators who have limited marketing experience and are looking to find cost-effective ways to market their practice. 
 
More program details and registration information will be available soon. 
SAVE THE DATE! Lawyers Mutual 2018 Fall CLE Series 
    
Date          Location
Oct. 30      Asheville
Oct. 31      Greensboro
Nov. 8        Clemmons
Nov. 9        Concord
(Winter 2019 dates and locations coming soon.)

"You're a lawyer, right?"

This workshop is designed to help lawyers be more alert to the vulnerabilities they may face in various non-office settings, and to equip them with best practices for defining their roles up front, and setting clear boundaries with the person seeking advice.

More information and registration will be available soon.

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