10 Bluebook 22nd Edition Changes Every Lawyer Should Know
Clear, practitioner‑focused summary of 10 key changes in the 22nd‑edition Bluebook, including AI citations, internet sources, quotes, and tribal law updates.
Hope for the Best, But Plan for the Worst: Avoiding Common Drafting Mistakes That Lead to Litigation
Hope for the best, but plan for the worst with smarter contract drafting. Learn how clear deadlines, default definitions, remedies, and collateral can help Florida businesses avoid costly litigation.
The Nimble Lawyer: Why Adaptability Is Now Your Most Valuable Skill
The legal profession is changing fast, and “good on paper” is no longer enough. This post explains what it really means to be a nimble, adaptable lawyer, why clients and firms now demand it, and practical ways to build adaptability into your daily matters and long‑term career.
Closing the Year Strong: Legal Practice Reflections and Resolutions
Year-end reflections for lawyers on auditing open matters, client appreciation, staff recognition, self-reflection, and goal-setting to start the new year with a more focused, organized, and intentional law practice.
Own the Record: Why Trial Attorneys Must Lead on Jury Instructions and Pretrial Statements
This article highlights the crucial role of instructions and pretrial statements in trial advocacy, emphasizing that effective litigation relies on not just courtroom arguments but meticulous document preparation. It explains that joint pretrial statements and well-drafted jury instructions deliver strategic advantages, safeguard the official court record, and signal professional competence that judges expect from experienced litigators.
When a Click Becomes Contact: Social Media Jury Research and the Alston & Bird Sanction
Examines how lawyers use social media in jury selection, the Alston & Bird LinkedIn sanction, and key ethical rules that limit online juror research.
Understanding Florida’s Private Trial Resolution Statute
Learn how Florida’s private trial resolution process offers a faster, efficient alternative to traditional court litigation for commercial, family, and civil disputes while preserving due process.
10 Things No One Told You About Being a Lawyer
Think you know what it’s really like to be a lawyer? Think again. Law school fills our heads with...
Preserving Crucial Testimony: The Role of Depositions De Bene Esse in Business Fraud and Ponzi Litigation
Discover how de bene esse depositions preserve crucial trial testimony in complex business fraud and Ponzi schemes. Explore their legal origins, federal and state recognition, and real-world case examples from Florida and beyond.
The Importance of Pattern Jury Instructions for New Attorneys
For attorneys early in their careers, mastering the fundamentals of litigation requires understanding not just substantive law, but...
The Strategic Value of a Business Succession Plan
In his book, The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, leadership expert John C. Maxwell states, “A leader’s lasting...
What to Do When a Customer Files for Bankruptcy
Few things are more frustrating for a business owner than learning that a customer who owes you money...