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Winter Safety Checklist for Parking Lots, Walkways, and Office Entrances

Winter weather can present significant safety challenges for office managers, employees, and visitors alike. Snow, ice, and freezing temperatures increase the risk of slips, trips, and falls, making it essential to take proactive measures to maintain safe and accessible conditions around your office. This comprehensive Winter Safety Checklist will help you address potential … [Read more...] about Winter Safety Checklist for Parking Lots, Walkways, and Office Entrances

End-of-Year Compliance Review Checklist

As the year draws to a close, it’s the perfect time for law office administrators to take stock of compliance practices and ensure the firm is on solid ground heading into the new year. From trust accounting to CLE compliance, a thorough review can help identify any overlooked details, maintain regulatory standards, and set a strong foundation for the months ahead. Use this … [Read more...] about End-of-Year Compliance Review Checklist

Case Management Audit Checklist

Objective: Ensure efficiency, compliance, and client satisfaction in the case management process. Use this checklist during regular audits to assess the effectiveness of case management practices and identify areas for improvement. 1. Case Load Distribution Workload Balance: Verify that cases are distributed equitably among attorneys to avoid … [Read more...] about Case Management Audit Checklist

Sample client intake checklist

Client Information Full Name of Client: Date of Birth: Gender: Contact Information: Mailing Address: Phone Number: Email Address: Preferred Method of Contact: Case Information 5. Type of Case: Case Number (if applicable): Date of Incident (if applicable): Jurisdiction (City/County/State): Opposing Party (if known): Referring … [Read more...] about Sample client intake checklist

Mid-November Checklist for Your Holiday Staff Party

Hosting a staff party is a great way to celebrate achievements, recognize hard work, and strengthen bonds among team members in a law office. For a law office administrator, mid-November is an ideal time to make sure all plans are on track and that no detail is overlooked. This checklist is tailored to help you organize every aspect of the event, from finalizing the guest list … [Read more...] about Mid-November Checklist for Your Holiday Staff Party

CHECKLIST: 8 High-Impact Projects for November

November is a crucial month for getting organized, closing out projects, and preparing for the year ahead in any law office. With the holiday season around the corner, it’s also the last stretch to tie up loose ends before December gets hectic. Here are some high-impact tasks to check off your list this month, so you can wrap up the year smoothly and set the foundation for an … [Read more...] about CHECKLIST: 8 High-Impact Projects for November

Checklist: When a staffer departs

When a staff member leaves the law office, it’s important to ensure a smooth and secure transition. This checklist will help you cover all the necessary steps for offboarding a departing staff member, whether they are leaving voluntarily or due to termination. 1. Documentation and Communication Collect Resignation Letter or Termination Notice Ensure that the … [Read more...] about Checklist: When a staffer departs

6 steps to creating a quarterly client satisfaction survey

Maintaining strong client relationships is essential to the success of your firm. One of the most effective ways to gauge client satisfaction and identify areas for improvement is through regular feedback. A Quarterly Client Satisfaction Survey will help you consistently collect and analyze feedback to ensure that your firm delivers top-tier legal services while addressing … [Read more...] about 6 steps to creating a quarterly client satisfaction survey