Yes, these courses qualify for mandatory continuing legal education for: National Association of Legal Assistants, State Bar of California, North Carolina, and Louisiana State Paralegal Association. For all others please check with the corresponding institutions.
W2435 – The Art of Accurate Billing: Strategies for Paralegals
This webinar covers the paralegal’s vital role in maintaining accurate billing records. By keeping precise records, paralegals can contribute to the firm’s financial health, build trust with clients, and enhance overall efficiency.
Course Category: Live Webinars
Course Level: Advanced
CLE Credit: Non-substantive
Start Date and Time (CT): Thursday, November 21, 2024 12:00 pm
CLE Hours: 1.0 CLE
Fees: $49 for Members and $70 for Non-members
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Description: One of the most important responsibilities of a paralegal is the accurate tracking of billable time. Effective timekeeping is not a clerical task. It is a fundamental component that directly affects the firm’s profitability and client satisfaction. Clients expect transparency and precision when it comes to the costs associated with their legal representation. As a paralegal, your role in maintaining accurate billing records is vital. By keeping precise records, you contribute to the firm’s financial health, build trust with clients, and enhance overall efficiency. Discover effective billing techniques that can have a positive impact on any law firm.
Course Year: 2024
Instructor: Elizabeth Miller
Liz Miller is the owner of From Lawyer to Law Firm, helping lawyers with “managing the business of practicing law.”® She is on the editorial advisory board of Law Office Manager magazine. Her professional affiliations include the Hillsborough Bar Association, The Solo and Small Firm Practitioner Section, the ABA, and the Society of Human Resource Managers.
She is the author of From Lawyer to Law Firm – How to Manage a Successful Law Business; Hacking Billable Hours; and Delegate or Suffocate: How to Stop Doing Everything Yourself! Liz Miller can be reached at 813-340-9569 or Liz@fromlawyertolawfirm.com.
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