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Is Law a Profession or a Business?

This remains an ongoing debate, and raises questions about whether law schools should teach the business side of law. But first, let’s examine the profession vs. business arguments.
Jan 25, 2008 | Read more

Is 'Thinking Like a Lawyer' Really What We Want to Teach?

This article argues that the phrase thinking like a lawyer assumes that other professions don't have their own ways of approaching problems and that law schools only need to teach how lawyers think, rather than how lawyers do what they do. It suggests that law schools should do much more than just teach law students how to think.
2002 | Read more

17 Fatal Marketing Mistakes Lawyers Make

Lawyers who rely on traditional marketing methods are fast discovering that many "time-proven methods" no longer work. Lawyers could dramatically improve their marketing results by avoiding the following mistakes and heeding this updated advice.
2007 | Read more

There’s more to being a lawyer than a law degree, So what’s the secret?

Law school provides the legal foundation; that’s its mandate. Clear and simple. But what about the skills that are necessary to succeed?

The focus of J.D. Toolbox is on the very specialized skill set needed by every successful lawyer in today’s high tech work environment. Key elements are integrated into J.D. Toolbox to enhance the standard law school education:

Acquire expertise in the use of critical software,

Improve communication, networking, and marketing skills,

Develop and hone time management skills, and create a personal sense of style.

J.D. Toolbox provides insight into real world skills necessary for success in your chosen field of law.

In my years of training lawyers -- both new associates and seasoned lawyers -- I’ve seen some otherwise outstanding, smart individuals struggle with the transition from school to work or from class to office. Some fumbled with presentations until their words didn’t matter. Others couldn’t make the transition from associate to partner because they didn’t know how to market themselves or their firm. Many simply couldn’t keep track of their time, and hours of work went unbilled.

Incorporating concepts provided by J.D. Toolbox -- software, communication, networking, time management, and style -- into your life today will be rewarded with added self-confidence and a greater foundation for professional and personal success.