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What If I Don’t Want to Litigate? Law Degree Alternatives: Exploring Unconventional Career Paths

The Barrister

8 Education and Academia : From teaching law to educating students in civics or history, a law degree can be a gateway to impactful careers in academia. 13 Financial Services and Investment Banking : Legal professionals are in demand for navigating securities laws, mergers, and compliance in the financial sector.

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Protecting Our Loved Ones: Recognizing The Warning Signs Of Financial Exploitation In Vulnerable Adults

SW&L Attorneys Blog

Whether it’s a distant relative, an overly helpful “new friend,” a stranger on the internet, or even a trusted caregiver, financial abusers often target those who are isolated, dependent on others, or less familiar with managing finances. Educate : Talk about common scams and manipulation tactics, especially those targeting older adults.

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When Can a Court Deviate from the Child Support Guidelines?

Joseph, Hollander & Craft

It will likely be necessary to subpoena documents such as bank records, medical records, and income statements to get a better grasp of the parents’ ability to pay and the child’s needs. We also get to work demonstrating that the other parent can afford to pay more, often by examining their personal finances and standard of living.

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Checklist for Conducting Your Law Firm’s Year-End Financial Review

Attorney at Work

A major red flag is having one employee who has all financial responsibility: check writing, bookkeeping, trust accounting and reconciliation, as well as maintaining all communication with your financial partners and bank. Checks and balances are key. Often, there is no ill intent on the part of the employee, just a lack of knowledge.

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Protecting Our Loved Ones: Recognizing The Warning Signs Of Financial Exploitation In Vulnerable Adults

SW&L Attorneys Blog

Whether its a distant relative, an overly helpful new friend, a stranger on the internet, or even a trusted caregiver, financial abusers often target those who are isolated, dependent on others, or less familiar with managing finances. Encourage transparency : Help manage finances through joint access or oversight (without removing autonomy).

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How to Set Up a Law Firm Chart of Accounts

MyCase

Any interest earned on those accounts (since they operate exactly like a banking checking account), does not belong to the client or law firm—instead it belongs to the state bar, and is typically used to fund pro bono cases. Professional costs such continuing education, conference fees, and organizational dues. Compensation.

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Law Firm Accounting Guide: 11 Steps to Boost Efficiency

MyCase

Obtaining an Employer Identification Number (EIN) is especially important for hiring employees, filing employment taxes, and opening business bank accounts. If you’re required (or would like to) set up an IOLTA trust account, double-check that you’re setting up the correct account with your bank.