Dangerous Law Practice Myths, Lies and Stupidity [Paperback]

Judd Kessler (Author), Gunter Enz (Author), Michael Quade (Author), Lawrence Kohn (Author), Albert Barsocchini (Author), Thomas Hauck (Author), Brian Whitaker (Author)

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Dangerous Law Practice Myths has got to be the most poignant, clear, and concise explanation of the inefficiencies many law firms put up with, but with a short clear and compelling explanation of how to get past those inefficiencies, turning them into efficiencies. Every practicing attorney will benefit thousands of times over the price of this book. It should be considered required reading. --Steve Henes

Product Description

Discover what myths, lies and stupid things lawyers are told to do when starting, growing, or running a law practice that are a waste of time and money, or even worse, will get you into trouble. Many of the recommended practices are so dangerously out of date that they can put your firm at serious risk. Today s technologies including the Internet, email, and e-discovery are often perilously incompatible with older common knowledge.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 94 pages
• Publisher: Fortunehouse Publishers; 1st edition (June 8, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0967457610
• ISBN-13: 978-0967457611
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.6 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #119,883 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Dangerous Law Practice Myths, Lies and Stupidity, July 8, 2009

By	B. Allen (San Francisco, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Dangerous Law Practice Myths, Lies and Stupidity (Paperback)

In the everyday confusion of a busy law practice, it is not always apparent where the minor, stress inducing, annoyances are coming from such as not being able to put your hands easily on documents and files, conflicting information that has to be researched and corrected before continuing a task or knowing who is where at any given time. This book, in short, easily read format, discusses such situations (and more), the root of each problem and its solution. Very helpful! Should always be at the ready for the legal practitioner! Now I can stop waiting for the other shoe to fall - its not going to.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must-Read for Every Lawyer, June 22, 2009

By	Charles Reader (Boston, MA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Dangerous Law Practice Myths, Lies and Stupidity (Paperback)

A colleague recommended "Dangerous Law Practice Myths" and I was glad I read it. I have a two-person personal injury practice and my partner and I thought we were on the right track. After reading some of the stories, I realized that we have been making some truly horrendous mistakes and making assumptions that are way off base. Now I know why we had the same problems crop up time and time again--we thought that these issues were unavoidable but DLPM showed us that there was a way to run our office more efficiently and more profitably.

"Dangerous Law Practice Myths" is fun to read and easy to reference. I'm going to buy copies for all of my colleagues, even though it would be much more fun to let them labor in ignorance. It's a terrific addition to any lawyer's library.

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun & Memorable Stories to Keep your Practice on the Right Track, July 26, 2009

By	Biz Plan Guru (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Dangerous Law Practice Myths, Lies and Stupidity (Paperback)

Dangerous Law Practice: Myths, Lies and Stupidity was one the most enjoyable reads in recent memory. Not only does the book cover more than thirty truly important aspects of properly managing a professional practice, but it communicates vital and very practical information in fun, memorable and bite-sized morsels that you'll remember for a long time. I read the book in an hour, then went back and re-read nearly every story a second and third time. If you are starting or managing a professional office (this is specifically about law practices but any professional office manager can benefit from the advice provided) do yourself a favor and get this book today. Set aside an hour and read through each story. You'll meet memorable characters involved in real-life challenges, dramas and decisions. You'll get to know the authors as they guide the characters through smart resolutions of each challenge. Best of all, you'll really remember the issues discussed because the fun and creative stories will stay with you and remind you of important things to do or not do to build and grow a successful business. I'll keep this book on my desk as an important reference guide for a long time!