Alanna Clair

Alanna Clair

December 02, 2024 | Daily Report Online

What to Know About Naming a Law Firm

By being aware of the rules governing law firm names, lawyers can move forward with a firm name that helps them maximize their potential for growth without running afoul of any requirements.

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

November 21, 2024 | The Recorder

Saying Your Goodbyes—Ethical Obligations When Transitioning to a New Firm

Here are some tips to consider to help ethically navigate these partings with professional grace and to avoid disputes where possible.

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

5 minute read

November 18, 2024 | Daily Report Online

Can The Threat of a Bar Complaint Be a Settlement Tool?

By being aware of certain limitations, lawyers can ensure that they do not engage in behavior relating to bar grievances that could give rise to a unique bar grievance of its own.

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

5 minute read

November 04, 2024 | Daily Report Online

Addressing Outside-The-Box Conflicts in an Ethical Way

Going beyond the traditional conflict of interest analysis that occurs at the beginning of a new representation or matter, there are other conflicts-related issues that can arise for lawyers and implicate their ethical obligations.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

October 21, 2024 | Daily Report Online

Tips for Acting as Local Counsel

By being aware of their ethical duties, lawyers acting as local counsel can serve a valuable role in a litigation matter.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

October 07, 2024 | Daily Report Online

When to Say Goodbye to a Client

The decision to end a representation can be a difficult one. But many lawyers who have had to defend against legal malpractice claims often note a time in the underlying client representation when they knew something was "off"

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

October 03, 2024 | The Recorder

Build It and They Will Come: Tips to Market Your Practice as a Junior Attorney

Building a business as a lawyer is invaluable to a future career in private practice. The challenge is to become skilled in an area and to develop work in that practice, even while one's knowledge of the field is developing.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

September 23, 2024 | Daily Report Online

Keeping Quiet About Settlement Agreements

Lawyers who are negotiating confidential settlements would be well-served to check the laws of their local jurisdiction to see if there are any limits on what can be kept confidential.

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

September 09, 2024 | Daily Report Online

What to Know About Preparing Legal Opinions for Use by Others

Tips for complying with the ethical obligations inherent in preparing a legal opinion for consumption by third parties.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

August 26, 2024 | Daily Report Online

Is It Ethical to Use Generative AI?

Although AI tools will continue to evolve, lawyers can help ensure that they comply with their ethical obligations in using AI to assist them in their law practices.

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read