136: Subscription Outsourcing of Legal Work (with Kristin Tyler)
Release Date: 01/26/2021
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info_outlineIf you’re need to hire an associate but don't have enough work for a full-time person check out a legal outsourcing service called Lawclerk.
In this episode Kristin Tyler (one of the founders) explains how their service works, and talks about their new subscription program.
Show Notes
- LawClerk.legal home page
- Details on Associate Subscription Program (features & pricing)
- 50-State Review of Rules re: Outsourcing for Lawyers
- YouTube video discussion of program (featuring the two founders of LawClerk legal)
- Example of work product of attorney freelancer (a memo I outsourced the creation of for a talk I gave to the Texas Bar Assn)
General Resources
- Learn to use technology to reduce friction & gain freedom with this resource: https://www.the8020lawyer.com/
- Focus on these essential tech tools for maximum traction in your practice.
- Take this short law practice assessment to identify your main strengths & weaknesses.
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