Episode 52 – Rule 1.15 Liens and Other Interests in Personal Injury Cases Pt. 2

This week, Mike is finishing his discussion with Lincoln Woodard, principal in the firm Walsh Woodard LLC, about Rule 1.15 liens and other interests in personal injury cases. They cover Rule 1.15 and the commentary before covering 5 examples that you may come across in your personal injury practice.

Connecticut Practice Book Rule 1.15

Episode 51 – Rule 1.15 Liens and Other Interests in Personal Injury Cases

This week, Mike is talking with Lincoln Woodard, principal in the firm Walsh Woodard LLC, about Rule 1.15 liens and other interests in personal injury cases. They cover Rule 1.15 and the commentary before covering 5 examples that you may come across in your personal injury practice. This is the first part of a two-part series.

Connecticut Practice Book Rule 1.15

Episode 50 – Having Difficult Conversations with Clients and Others

This episode is the last in a series between Mike and Doug Brown, an attorney and executive coach. Mike and Doug talk finally about having difficult conversations with clients, staff and others. Doug shares tools for attorneys to have those hard conversations, even if you are someone who avoids conflict.

Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers

Tame Your To-Do List and Take Control & Say No Without Being Negative

Episode 49 – How To Avoid Common Mistakes Made By Appellate Attorneys Pt. 2

This week, Mike finishes up his conversation with Attorney Carl Cicchetti, chief clerk of the appellate system about common mistakes made by appellate attorneys. This is the second part of a two-part series and this week they discuss transcripts, new readability requirements for appellate briefs, procrastination, being prepared and knowing the panel who will be hearing your case.

Amendment to the Rules of Appellate Procedure

Episode 48 – Beating Burnout

This week Mike meets back up with Doug Brown, an attorney and executive coach. Mike and Doug talk about attorney burnout: what is it, strategies for avoiding burnout and resources if you are feeling burned out.

Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers

Episode 47 – How To Avoid Common Mistakes Made By Appellate Attorneys Pt. 1

This week, Mike talks with Attorney Carl Cicchetti, chief clerk of the appellate system about common mistakes made by appellate attorneys. This is a two-part series and this week they discuss proofreading, consulting current reference materials, being in the moment and tracking deadlines.

Amendment to the Rules of Appellate Procedure

Episode 46 – Organizing Your Practice for Maximum Success

Mike sits down with Connecticut attorney and executive coach Doug Brown to talk about the organizational side of the practice of law. Doug shares tips and tricks to optimize your time, make your schedule work for you and learn to focus on the most important aspects of your practice.

Tame Your To-Do List and Take Control & Say No Without Being Negative

Episode 45 – Conservatorships in Connecticut

This time on Calendar Call, Mike and Probate Court Administrator Beverly K. Streit-Kefalas discuss the ins and outs of conservatorships in Connecticut. From the average conserved person, to the role of attorneys in conservatorships, this is a deep dive into the process in Connecticut Probate Court.

CT Probate

Conservator Resources

Episode 44 – New Practice Book Section Re: Attorney Registration and MCLE

Today, Mike and Alison discuss a revision to the practice book rules regarding MCLE and Attorney Registration. Beginning on January 1, 2022, attorneys who have not registered and/or who have not completed their MCLE are subject to administrative suspension until compliance with the rule can be shown.

MCLE Log

Episode 43 – Social Media Dos and Don’ts Pt. 3

This is the third and final part of our three part series on social media and, more broadly, technology Dos and Don’ts. This week, Mike discusses the use of email security, texting and remote video technology with attorneys Stephen J. Conover, Marcy Tench Stovall and Brendon P. Levesque.