ALPS LEGAL BLOG

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Why You Should Care About State Bar Endorsements

Mike Flaherty, Senior Claims Attorney: Feb 14, 2024 7:00:00 AM

Every so often we get asked to write a blog for the company website, and usually I pick a topic based on a claim I'm currently involved in,...

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Planning Law Firm Expenses: How Much Does It Cost to Start a Law Firm?

ALPS Team: Feb 12, 2024 11:46:30 AM

The dream of starting a law firm can sometimes conflict with the reality of how much it costs. Those costs can vary greatly depending on what type of...

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How in the World Can You Not Know Who Your Client Is?

Mark Bassingthwaighte, Risk Manager: Feb 7, 2024 7:00:00 AM

From time to time, I get involved in conversations with lawyers who have called in with a question or concern, and as we talk through the situation,...

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Leading with Integrity: A Journey in the Law Firm Insurance Industry

Robin Kendall: Jan 31, 2024 7:00:00 AM

In the dynamic and complex landscape of the legal world, where every decision carries significant consequences, having a reliable compass is...

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2023 Attorney Wellness - A Year in Review

Chris Newbold, Chief Operating Officer: Jan 16, 2024 1:04:44 PM

The new year tends to be a time of reflection as we consider how far we’ve come and start to think about the exciting possibilities for the year...

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ALPS In Brief Podcast - Episode 78: Succession Planning & Selecting a Backup Attorney

Mark Bassingthwaighte, Risk Manager: Jan 11, 2024 8:00:00 AM

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Avoiding Ghosts from the Past in Retirement

John Ries, Claims Attorney: Jan 10, 2024 8:00:00 AM

Whether as a distant goal or immediate concern, at some point in every lawyer’s career he or she will contemplate retirement. According to the...

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What You Need to Know Before Applying for Your 1st Malpractice Insurance Policy

Mark Bassingthwaighte, Risk Manager: Jan 4, 2024 11:07:48 AM

Here at ALPS, we do try our absolute best to make sure the application process is as seamless and convenient as possible. That said, if you have a...

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ALPS In Brief Podcast - Episode 77: 25 Holiday Risk Management Tips

Mark Bassingthwaighte, Risk Manager: Dec 21, 2023 8:00:00 AM

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Are Your Court Reporters Vulnerable - A Cyber Security Checklist

David Carter, J.D.: Dec 20, 2023 8:00:00 AM

The numbers are alarming: At least six AmLaw 100 firms have been the targets of cyberattacks so far in 2023, according to the American Lawyer.

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Law Firm Technology: A Guide for Solo and Small Practitioners

Jared D. Correia, Esq: Dec 18, 2023 12:28:53 PM

Have you ever picked up a random pile of Legos, and tried to build something? Sure, it’s a creative endeavor; but the end result often looks like...

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A Law Firm Business Plan for Success

Lawyers starting a new firm usually feel confused, overwhelmed, and stressed. That’s how I felt when I started my solo firm in 2006. Since then, I’ve...