Erin Mihalik
Erin is a freelance writer with a background in law and policy. She holds a J.D. and an M.P.A. from Indiana University, Bloomington. She has experience writing for the legal industry and prestigious governmental and NGO organizations, such as the National Council of the Union of Burma and the International Organization for Migration, a UN-related organization. In her free time, Erin enjoys traveling, SCUBA diving, beach running, and rock climbing.
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How Multiple Law Firm Marketing Channels Work Together
Teamwork makes the dream work, so the saying goes, and just like world-class athletes are stronger when they work together, so does your law firm marketing and its subsequent channels. Using the right amount can transform your law firm’s website into a client-generating machine. You may be using one or two channels to increase your…Read More
Get Your Law Firm Organized
Managing a solo or small law firm can sometimes feel like an exercise in futility. As more tasks get stacked onto your plate, your grip on once-simple assignments can begin to slip. No one is impervious to the chaos of juggling too many roles. At first, your hours grow a bit longer, but soon, your…Read More
Pro-Bono in the Modern Age
The law is often represented as the balanced scale of justice. The image represents the impartiality of the legal institution and the court’s obligation to weigh the presented evidence accurately. But how does pro bono work fit into these lofty ideals? American pro bono work has a rich history and an interesting modern evolution. What…Read More
Back to (Law) School
The weather cools, back-to-school draws near, and you find yourself shopping for your child’s last-minute classroom essentials. As you debate the virtues of the Roblox backpack versus a sturdier, water-resistant Superman backpack with your soon-to-be-back-to-school angel, your mind wanders. You wonder whether you might not put your “super” powers of persuasion to better use against…Read More
How To Run a Law Firm | Who To Hire: Paralegals
This multi-part series explores how to run a law firm and the integral roles that make law firms successful. In this article, we look at the role of the paralegal. We explore why paralegals are essential to legal practices, standard educational requirements, key attributes to look for in a candidate, salary ranges, and interview and…Read More
How a Small Law Firm Can Succeed Today
In today’s competitive legal market, staying abreast of rising client expectations can be challenging. The environment is constantly changing amidst a sea of competition. The struggle to stay competitive for small law firms can feel like a constant uphill battle. However, investing in legal technology and using automation to boost your processes and increase your…Read More
12 Ways for Lawyers to Unplug
The legal profession is notorious for its hardcore work culture. The “work hard, play hard” mantra is aptly applied to the industry known for its cutthroat competition. For decades, lawyers have struggled to unplug. As a result, the profession has been plagued with various adverse side effects. Today, some firms are taking action to battle…Read More
Cookies Explained
The new data privacy laws concerning cookies can be confusing to companies reliant on websites. You may be left wondering, “What is the cookie law? Why do I have to accept cookies?” Law firms should understand if they must comply with the relevant cookie banner laws. We discuss the current and upcoming cookies-related regulations and…Read More
Immigration and the War in Ukraine
As the Russian war on Ukraine drags on, many Ukrainian refugees seek temporary protected status (TPS) in the United States. Here’s a look at the past, present, and future of U.S. refugee and immigration law, focusing on the current conflict in Ukraine and war refugees. A Brief History of U.S. Immigration Laws and Refugee Policies…Read More
The End of the LSAT?
In a memorandum dated April 25, 2022, the American Bar Association (ABA) announced that they would no longer require an admissions test, although law schools are free to require their test of choice. This subject has been rumbling since 2018 with the elimination of Standard 503 and its requirement of an admission test, i.e., the…Read More
What Has the Great Resignation Done to the Legal Field?
In 2021, over 47 million Americans said, “I quit.” The numbers left many businesses reeling from a lack of staff. Companies have been forced to reduce their operating hours as they simply can’t staff their businesses. Has the Great Resignation’s impact on the legal field been significant? Learn how law firms have been affected and…Read More
How Inflation Affects Legal Rates
Inflation and legal practice costs are linked. However, whether they are directly linked is another question. This article explores the effects of inflation on legal practice costs today. How Is Inflation Affecting the Legal Field? Around the world, countries, and businesses are struggling with inflation that is rising at the fastest rate in four decades….Read More