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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
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...
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Small Law Firm Marketing – 5 Things You Need To Know
Matt Lubaroff, Brand Strategist: Dec 18, 2023 12:21:18 PM
YOU’RE STARTING A LAW FIRM; NOW HOW DO YOU MARKET YOUR PRACTICE? The word marketing has so many definitions, just the thought of creating a law firm...
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3 Things Every Law Firm Website Needs
Matt Lubaroff, Brand Strategist: Dec 18, 2023 12:07:14 PM
READY TO GET STARTED? LET’S GO! Many law firms waste too much money on web designers that may build them pretty websites. The problem is that...
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Why It’s Imperative to Maintain a Strong Cybersecurity Posture Even Though It’s a Pain
Mark Bassingthwaighte, Risk Manager: Dec 13, 2023 9:59:58 AM
My cyber security awareness training never stops; and even though much of it is self-inflicted I often feel like I’m still losing ground. In fact,...
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Why You Never Want to Get Lazy With Your Time Keeping
Mark Bassingthwaighte, Risk Manager: Dec 6, 2023 8:00:00 AM
This post is directed toward those of you who fail to accurately record your time on a consistent basis throughout the day, day after day. I know it...
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New Hampshire Bar Association endorses ALPS Insurance
Rio Peterson, Bar and Affinity Partnership Strategist: Dec 4, 2023 6:00:00 AM
We are thrilled to announce that as of December 1st, 2023, The New Hampshire Bar Association (NHBA) has named ALPS Insurance as an endorsed provider...
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Why Shadow AI is a Problem for Law Firms
Sharon D. Nelson Esq., Sensei Enterprises: Nov 22, 2023 12:31:39 PM
Remember Shadow IT? Well say 'hello' to its pal, Shadow AI There were plenty of articles written about Shadow IT — defined by Cisco as “the use of...