This guide as a quick overview of client trust accounts. It includes details on managing and closing accounts.
Checklist for Opening a Sole Practice
Law Practice Management |Starting a PracticeChecklist for Opening a Sole PracticeWritten byThe LPM DepartmentJune 10, 2025Share this PostClick here to download the checklist!Starting your own law practice is exciting, but it can also be nerve-wracking if you are unsure what to consider before you open your doors. This checklist covers the core items attorneys should contemplate …
Attorney Fee Agreements and Miscellaneous Forms
June 3, 2025Attorney Fee Agreements and Miscellaneous FormsDownload PDF VersionShare this PostCompiled by: Claude E. Ducloux Attorney at Law Board Certified- Civil Trial Law Board Certified – Civil Appellate Law Texas Board of Legal Specialization National Director of Education, Ethics & State Compliance LawPay 3700 North Capital of Texas Highway, Suite 300 Austin Texas 78746 …
Forming a Firm in Texas When the Owner is Licensed Elsewhere — FAQs
Law Practice Management |Non-Texas LawyersForming a Firm in Texas When the Owner is Licensed Elsewhere — FAQsWritten byThe LPM DepartmentJune 2, 2025Share this PostCan a firm that is incorporated in another state open a firm in Texas? Yes. It is not necessary to incorporate the firm in Texas. However, the firm must be registered with the …
AI Platform Evaluation Checklist
Law Practice Management |Practice TechnologyAI Platform Evaluation ChecklistWritten byThe LPM DepartmentJune 1, 2025Share this PostDefine Goals and Use Cases Purpose: Identify specific tasks the AI will assist with, such as document review, contract analysis, legal research, or predictive analytics. Scope: Define the boundaries of the AI’s role to ensure alignment with the firm’s or department’s needs. …
Qualifying for an Admission Waiver
Law Practice Management |Non-Texas LawyersQualifying for an Admission WaiverWritten byThe LPM DepartmentMay 25, 2025Share this PostThe Texas Board of Law Examiners is responsible for certifying that applicants are eligible for admission to the State Bar of Texas. The Supreme Court of Texas is ultimately responsible for admitting those applicants as licensed attorneys and members of the …
FAQs for In-House Counsel Not Licensed in Texas
Law Practice Management |Non-Texas LawyersFAQs for In-House Counsel Not Licensed in TexasWritten byThe LPM DepartmentMay 16, 2025Share this PostDo I need to register with the State Bar of Texas? No. The State Bar of Texas does not require lawyers who are not licensed in the State of Texas to register or pay a fee. What rule …
Practicing Remotely in Texas When Licensed Elsewhere
Law Practice Management |Non-Texas LawyersPracticing Remotely in Texas When Licensed ElsewhereWritten byThe LPM DepartmentMay 14, 2025Share this PostWith an increase in the number of lawyers who practice remotely, a common question arises: Can a lawyer who is not licensed in Texas practice in Texas? The answer is yes, provided that the lawyer adheres to Texas Disciplinary …
Can I Sell My Practice?
April 30, 2025Can I Sell My Practice?Written by Gregory W. Sampson and Rebekah Steely BrookerShare this PostWith the undeniable graying of our profession, more lawyers are facing retirement and, for some less fortunate, an unplanned early termination of their practice by disability, death, or other circumstances. This leads lawyers and their families to ask whether …
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