AI in the Small Law Firm—The Need for a Formal Written Policy
By Edward J. Jarot, Jr. & William D. Lohrman
Intellectual Property,
September 2025
For all the power that AI offers, small firms are strongly encouraged to develop and refine an express and comprehensive policy for the use of chatbots, generative AI, and the other AI tools.
AI in the Small Law Firm—The Need for a Formal Written Policy
By Edward J. Jarot, Jr. & William D. Lohrman
Law Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on,
April 2025
Carefully drafted policies are especially critical in the setting of a small firm, where the attorney is constantly torn between performing legal services while also balancing the legal and ethical limitations and pitfalls. For all the power that AI offers, small firms are strongly encouraged to develop and refine an express policy for the use of chatbots, generative AI, and the other AI tools currently available, along with those that will be created in the immediate future. This article contains a sample AI policy.
New Workplace Laws in 2025: What Employers Need to Know
By Lindsay Dreis
Law Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on,
April 2025
Illinois has passed several new laws and made significant amendments to its key statutes governing employment that have gone into effect as of January 1, 2025. These modifications largely provide employees with broader protections and the ability to access documents concerning their employment as well as place more transparency requirements on employers.
Phone Calls Ignored, Emails Unanswered: Fixing the First Impression Problem for Law Firms
By Mark C. Palmer
Law Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on,
April 2025
The legal technology company Clio played “secret shopper” for its 2024 Clio Legal Trends Report. Clio reported dismal results on how law firms are doing on first impressions. The purpose was to test how easy it is for prospective clients to get in touch with law firms through phone or email, and how effectively law firms answered their questions. See how Clio's research can help you and your firm make a positive first impression on prospective clients.
The Value—and the Challenges—of Bar Association Membership for Your Firm: Cultivating Meaningful Participation from Day One
By Jennifer M. Danish
Law Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on,
April 2025
This article will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of membership in bar associations and professional organizations, with particular emphasis on the meaningful integration of new attorneys into these networks. The discussion will highlight how supportive law firm leadership facilitates young lawyers' navigation and maximization of benefits within these organizations. While the ISBA serves as a prime example, the principles discussed are applicable to other local, national, and practice-specific associations. Ultimately, a thoughtful and strategic approach, particularly one that invests in junior attorneys, can yield significant returns in professional growth, firm cohesion, and business development.
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