Subject Index Pointers From Practice HQ

Affinity Consulting Group had a front-row seat to how the pandemic changed the practice of law in 2020.

Virtual private networks you can take anywhere.

First steps when relocating your home office from the kitchen table.

Hunting for a webcam? Read on.

Over the ear, in the ear, wired, or wireless—there’s a useful headset out there for you.

Getting acquainted with Zoom, GoToMeeting, Microsoft Teams, and Google Meet.

When reaching out to clients, consider their preferences and track their responses.

While laws provide murky guidance on making websites accessible to people with disabilities, plenty of resources offer good advice.

Sooner or later, you are going to be targeted by ransomware. Don’t fall for it.

If you operate a website, become aware of the information it’s collecting from visitors.

How to tune out, tune in, and stay secure.

Create templates to improve your efficiency. Better yet, check out IllinoisBarDocs.

Create templates to improve your efficiency. Better yet, check out IllinoisBarDocs.

The pros, cons, and Digital-signature platforms provide powerful signing tools that integrate with software you already use of digital signatures.

The pros, cons, and future of digital signatures.

It’s time to assess the strength of your passwords. Now.

The do’s and don’ts of texting your clients.

Moving beyond tech competency and into tech enthusiasm.

QuickBooks is great, just not for law firms.

Microsoft's often-overlooked feature for scheduling appointments with ease.

Four simple steps to start your DMS search.

Everyone dreads the prospect of a computer virus or malware. Here are tips for spotting whether your computer might be infected.

Learn how to use process mapping and help your firm "go lean."

Your hectic schedule likely precludes pleasure reading, but many apps will help you reintegrate pleasure reading into your busy life.

Planning ahead is the only way to deal with unforeseen disasters. Learn best-practice tips to implement in your firm before disaster strikes.

Options for encrypting and securing data shared online.

In today's economic climate, law firms must be diligent in assessing expenses and business practices to ensure that their bottom line doesn't suffer.

Learn the "dead-simple" way to encrypt your attorney-client communications with Office 365.

The cost of software subscriptions can add up quickly. Learn how to decide which subscriptions are worth it.

Many solo and small firm attorneys struggle with bookkeeping. Read on to be reminded of how important it is and to learn whether outsourcing is a good option for your firm.