This month we are highlighting some of BASF’s more than 50 Mediation Services Panelists and their areas of expertise. BASF mediators can assist with almost any type of dispute, whether for a few hours or several days. Siegel Arthur R. Siegel: Labor…
Why It’s a Good Idea to Keep Track of Your Time in Contingency Fee Cases
Many contingency fee attorneys balk at keeping track of their time on each case. In fact, there is no rule that requires contingency fee attorneys to track their hours on each case. (Mardirossian & Assoc., Inc. v. Ersoff (2007) 153…
Paralegal Corner: Maintaining Marketability (and Sanity!) in a Competitive Job Market
The Bureau of Labor and Statistics lists the San Francisco Bay Area as the top-paying metropolitan area in the nation for paralegals, but it is also one of the most competitive job markets in the nation, a spot where legal…
Going Solo? Don’t Do it Alone – The Case for Joining a Legal Incubator
Going solo can be a daunting proposition, but it is not without its benefits. For some, the idea of being their own boss is reason enough to take the plunge. For others, the flexible schedule and independence makes practical sense…
Caught in a Trap: Presley’s Fiduciary Dilemma
After ten years of marriage, Lisa Marie Presley is all shook up after discovering that her fourth husband, Michael Lockwood, may have been mismanaging her money. Lockwood, a professional guitarist and musical producer for artists such as Carly Simon and…
Seeking New Solos!
Community Law Practice Incubator Start Your Own Practice − Serve the Community Are you or someone you know interested in starting a solo practice? Apply now to participate in the soon-to-launch Community Law Practice Incubator. The Bar Association of San…
Are Your Employment Policies Up To Date?
As a business owner, there is much to keep on top of. Insurance, office space, technology, cash flow, not necessarily in that order. That doesn’t take into account the actual work of being a lawyer. While you’re busy navigating legal…
Finances & Profitability: Must-Read Resources at the San Francisco Law Library
The San Francisco Law Library maintains a comprehensive Law Practice Management Collection, with publications that detail all aspects of opening a practice—hanging your shingle, billing, marketing, risk management, technology, and more. This post introduces the Law Library’s LPM resources that…
Through the Looking Glass of the Depp-Heard Marriage
In the aftermath of the domestic violence allegations made by Amber Heard (“The Danish Girl”) about her husband of fifteen months, Johnny Depp (“Edward Scissorhands”), she is being accused of attempting to extort Depp into a generous financial settlement. Depp’s…
BASF Welcomes Bill Helvestine and Tonya Salehi as Mediation Services Panelists
Bill Helvestine, Crowell & Moring, has more than 40 years’ experience handling complex business litigation. His recent work concentrated on the healthcare industry where he is a widely recognized expert, but his deep experience is not limited to healthcare. He…
Family Law Disclosure Forms: The Ins and Outs
In late April, BASF’s Paralegal Section hosted a presentation about Family Law disclosure forms. The speakers included David Blacker, a partner at Blacker, Sammis & Blacker; Patricia Pennington, RP®, a senior paralegal at Sideman & Bancroft; and Dennis Hanshew, a…
I Just Received Mail From the [IRS, FTB, EDD, BOE]. Now What?
Open the envelope Yes, the tax authority will write again if it is important; nonetheless, generally nothing good comes of waiting. (Beginning this year the Franchise Tax Board will communicate primarily by email. Open those messages.) Read the communication…