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by Megan Zavieh | Mar 6, 2018 | Podcast
The legal profession is evolving and yet, so many of the ethics rules can’t seem to keep up. They are simply outdated and need a 21st century facelift. I’m joined by Eric Cooperstein, an ethics consultant and practitioner in Minneapolis, and we explore...
by Megan Zavieh | Mar 5, 2018 | Attorney Resources, Blog, Disciplinary Hearings, Resources, Solo Lawyer
Substance abuse is a serious issue that often causes lawyers to face the bar discipline process. The process is one of the most stressful experiences that a lawyer can go through. Sometimes, the added stress can cause a vicious cycle. This happens because when lawyers...
by Megan Zavieh | Mar 1, 2018 | Blog, Law Office Management, Professional Conduct for Lawyers, Professional Ethics for Lawyers, Resources, Solo Lawyer
IOLTA accounts are trust accounts managed by lawyers. It holds money that was received from the client for the purposes of funding their matter. Mismanagement of an IOLTA account is one of the most common ethical violations committed by lawyers. While every...
by Megan Zavieh | Mar 1, 2018 | Blog, Moral Character Application
How to overcome past arrest when applying for moral character clearance at State Bar of California This is the time of year when many law students are filing their moral character application, hoping that the six month processing time will take them right about...
by Megan Zavieh | Feb 27, 2018 | Attorney Resources, Blog, Disciplinary Hearings, Resources, Sanctions, State Bar Defense
If you’re involved in an attorney discipline matter through the state bar, should you represent yourself? When a lawyer receives a letter from the state bar that announces the lawyer is under investigation because of a bar complaint, there are three choices. The...
