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ALPS Insurance Announces Partnership with CertifID to Protect Law Firms from Wire Fraud

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ALPS Insurance Announces Partnership with CertifID to Protect Law Firms from Wire Fraud

CertifID to offer exclusive wire fraud protection packages specific to ALPS insured attorneys

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a hacker compromises a law firm's email to intercept a funds transfer.

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When Funds Transfer Scams Hit, Lawyers Have Options

Over the years I have written a few blog posts on what is the latest version of what can euphemistically be called the Nigerian prince e-mail scam....

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First Flight Series: How a New Solo Lawyer Built a Thriving Practice in Just 3 Months

Starting a law firm straight out of school? Adriana Linares and Rio Laine, ALPS Affinity and Partnerships Director, discuss thinking ahead,...

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How to Manage the Risks Associated with Substantive Malpractice Missteps

A report entitled “Profile of Legal Malpractice Claims 2020-2023,” published in 2024 by the American Bar Association Standing Committee on Lawyers’...

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In this mini episode of ALPS In Brief, our Bar & Affinity Partner Strategist Rio Peterson sits down with Angela Armstrong, Executive Director at the Maine State Bar to discuss the importance of bar partnerships, how they create value for members, and the pivotal role bars play in the legal community.

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ALPS In Brief Podcast - Episode 90: Building Valuable Bar Partnerships ft. Angela Armstrong

In this mini episode of ALPS In Brief, our Bar & Affinity Partner Strategist Rio Peterson sits down with Angela Armstrong, Executive Director at the...

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An introverted attorney harness their quiet power

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First Flight Podcast: How Shy and Introverted Attorneys Harness Quiet Strength

Discover how introverted and shy attorneys can overcome anxiety and harness their strengths with insights from Heidi Brown, professor at Brooklyn...

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Many female hands forming a heart around text that reads,

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GIRL ATTORNEY, 30,000+ Member Online Community, Endorses ALPS

At the beginning of 2025, ALPS entered into a new and exciting partnership with GIRL ATTORNEY®, an online community of nearly 40,000 women practicing...

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ALPS First Flight

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First Flight Series: How Specialization & Structure Prevent Future Headaches for Lawyers

Welcome aboard New Solo: First Flight! In this special series, hosts Adriana Linares and Rio Laine of ALPS Insurance are your captains, guiding you...

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Lawyer is surprised by malpractice claim even though this is a common one

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6 Most Common Legal Malpractice Claims in 2024

In 2024, claims trends continued on the same course we have started to notice over the past few years. Here are a few examples of types of claims and...

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Tail illusion

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True Stories & Tips for Law Firm Splits, Dissolutions, and Attorney Departures

I have three stories to share, but first a reminder of what tail coverage is and isn’t. Sometimes after hearing good things about ALPS, a lawyer will...

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Woman delegating work

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Relief Isn’t Always Spelled R-O-L-A-I-D-S. Sometimes, It’s Spelled D-E-L-E-G-A-T-E!

Years ago, an extended family member didn’t file his personal tax return yet again. Don’t misunderstand me, every year a tax return is prepared. He...

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