Catherine Lovering
Catherine Lovering is a freelance writer with bylines on Healthline, Interest.com, IvyExec.com, and Paste. Her areas of expertise include health, consumer information, personal finance, legal marketing, small business, individual and corporate taxation, insurance, Canadian tax law, Canadian consumer finance, digital marketing, content marketing, fitness, and public policy. She holds an LLB (JD) from the University of Victoria.
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The Evolving Field of Criminal Justice Practice
Criminal law is a dynamic area of practice in 2025, with updates to federal sentencing guidelines and several prominent Supreme Court cases on the docket for the end of the year. In addition to these specific events, there are changes in how elected officials are approaching criminal issues. Defense attorneys and prosecutors alike are navigating…Read More
A Guide to Workers’ Compensation for Today’s Attorney
Workers’ compensation is the great bargain between employers and employees. Guided by the principle that the cost of on-the-job injuries is a business expense, worker’s comp is a legislative scheme where benefits are generally automatic and employees can’t sue their employers. The result is an often dense and strict legal regime that places obligations on all…Read More
Firm Forward: Legal News for Attorneys (Autumn 2025)
We’re heading into fall with new developments in the legal industry. From pro bono work to new verification laws, here’s what’s on tap in our update. Plus, learn how the supply of up-and-coming legal professionals is shaping up as a new class of law students gets started on the fall semester. Let’s look at the…Read More
Website Must-Haves for Law Firms: Performance, Accessibility, and Credibility
Last Updated on November 19th, 2025. As you’re reviewing your marketing for 2025, it’s a great time to review your website. Perhaps you’ve long ago registered your domain and set up your online presence. But is it working as well as it should? We’ve compiled a checklist of what you need to know in order…Read More
Future-Proofing Law Firm Marketing: AI Optimization, SEO, and SGE Strategies for Maximum Online Visibility
Last Updated on November 19th, 2025. Online search is changing, and your firm needs to stay up to speed to stay ahead. Fortunately, we’re here to keep you up to date on the latest in search engine optimization for lawyers and have tips for your strategy. How Can Law Firms Use AI, SEO, and SGE…Read More
What are the different roles at a law firm?
It takes a team to make things work. When it comes to law firms, that team can have many skilled people. We all know about the lawyer, the legal assistant, and the law clerk. But what of those other roles? Here are some established and emerging positions that fill out the list of colleagues on…Read More
The State of LGBTQ+ Representation in the Legal Profession: Stats, Trends & Challenges 2025
The legal profession is usually thought of as slow-moving when it comes to inclusivity — a surprising perception given the law’s stated commitment to the equality of all persons. But a close look at the numbers shows the perception is indeed reality: at least when it comes to LGBTQ+ lawyers, the industry lags in terms…Read More
Mass Torts to Watch in 2025
The landscape of mass torts in 2025 builds on the active litigation from the past few years. New and emerging claims on untested issues, like mental health harms from social media and processed food addiction, stand to make 2025 a standout year for torts. Here’s just a sampling of some cases to watch as the…Read More
Reduce overhead costs for a thriving legal practice
Part of the business of running a law practice is keeping administrative expenses low. This reduces the financial burden on the practice so you can focus on excelling at legal service and bringing more clients into the firm. Here are just a few ways you can bring down your overhead costs and see your law…Read More
When is a good time to raise rates?
In times of economic uncertainty, it can be tough to run a law firm. Your expenses can rise because of inflation, while fewer clients are coming through your door. It might seem like a bad time to raise fees, even if bringing in more revenue is necessary. You can raise rates even during an economic…Read More
Health Law AOPs in 2025: Regulatory and Privacy Law Changes
The new administration in 2025 is looking to overhaul health regulations in the United States. It is expected to make health law a practice area growing in complexity and importance. This is the best time to brush up on the fundamentals of U.S. health law and understand how it may change over the course of…Read More
Environmental and Climate Law Changes in 2025
Environmental law in the U.S. largely rests on government regulation that protects the natural world. In 2025, a political wave of deregulation stands to change how environmental law functions. Here’s a snapshot of how some U.S. Supreme Court cases and political movements can change this area of legal practice in the coming year. History of…Read More