ALPS LEGAL BLOG

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Why Law Firm Insurance Premiums Rise Without Claims

Leah Gooley, Underwriting Manager: Oct 9, 2026

You opened your renewal notice, saw a higher number, and thought: "Wait, I haven't had a single claim." That reaction is common. And it's completely...

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ALPS Insurance Finalizes Acquisition of Ohio Bar Liability Insurance Company

ALPS Team: Oct 1, 2026

MISSOULA, Mont. and COLUMBUS, Ohio – Following approval by the Ohio Department of Insurance, ALPS Insurance (ALPS) and the Ohio State Bar Association...

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Don't Be a Law Firm Red Flag: 14 Ways to Make a Good Impression

Mark Bassingthwaighte, Risk Manager: Aug 26, 2026

Like you, I’ve been a consumer for years. And the older I get, the more I recognize how quickly first impressions shape my decisions. If I walk into...

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The CAPTCHA That Installs Malware

Timothy Russum: Aug 11, 2026

You have clicked "I'm not a robot" boxes a thousand times without thinking. Scammers built a fake one.

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A Decision to Hire a Contract Attorney Should Never Be Just About the Money

Mark Bassingthwaighte, Risk Manager: Aug 4, 2026

Solo and small firm lawyers hire contract attorneys for all kinds of reasons: smoothing out workflow spikes, adding subject matter expertise,...

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How to Safeguard Your Law Practice from Current Malpractice Trends

Mark Bassingthwaighte, Risk Manager: Jul 21, 2026

Law firm risk management is no longer just about avoiding obvious mistakes. Today’s malpractice landscape shows that many claims arise from routine...

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Why “Minimal‑Work” Business Opportunities Often Fail Ethical Review – The License Rental Problem

Mark Bassingthwaighte, Risk Manager: Jul 7, 2026

Solo and small firm lawyers continue to receive offers to participate in what is commonly called a license rental business model. These offers can...

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Never Assume “It’s All Good” When Purchasing a Law Practice

Mark Bassingthwaighte, Risk Manager: Jun 23, 2026

Don't miss our July 8 CLE, Business Relationships Between Lawyers, available on-demand after it airs! Assumptions make daily life possible. We assume...

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Estate Planning for Your Client's Online Presence

Sharon D. Nelson Esq., Sensei Enterprises: Jun 2, 2026

Most people have at least a basic estate plan, a will, maybe a trust, beneficiary designations, and powers of attorney. The traditional pieces are...

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What Insurers Want to See: Practical Steps to Reduce Your Cyber Insurance Costs

Sharon D. Nelson Esq., Sensei Enterprises: May 20, 2026

Cyber insurance used to feel like a checkbox. Get a policy, file it away, and hope you never need it. That era is over.

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When Your Client Wants to Talk to Opposing Counsel Directly

Mark Bassingthwaighte, Risk Manager: May 13, 2026

Truth be told, I’ve been there myself sitting on the client’s side of an attorney’s desk. At the time, it felt like my legal matter simply wasn’t...

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Ohio State Bar Association and ALPS Insurance Reach Agreement for Sale of Ohio Bar's Insurance Provider

ALPS Team: May 6, 2026