Clients

They want to know. Should you tell them? When it comes to money, clients want a full accounting of the fees and expenses associated with their matter. It’s no secret that communication is an important part of a healthy client relationship. That’s not the problem. The problem is how. How

The Hapke Law Office is focused on one thing — Environmental law. Peter Hapke is the firm’s owner and sole employee. He runs his successful virtual law firm out of his home. He has low overhead, which means that as an experienced lawyer, he can offer very competitive billing rates

A rate increase can do harm to your relationship with your clients. You might be concerned as to whether your clients would even pay it? Would they pay you $1,950 per hour? These are the rates elite attorneys are charging at high priced law firms. Their clients are eager and

How do you do it? How do you get your clients to pay their invoices early? It’s a struggle to get the average client to pay on time. They’re quick to request work and slow to pay. Is it possible? Not only is it possible to get clients to pay

It’s the worst part of billing. You worked hard for your clients. You consistently produced exceptional results. You delivered miracles, saved them from disaster. They were incredibly happy and thankful for your help. Until they received your invoice. Their whole demeanor changed at that point. They were no longer the

Numerous articles have been written on legal networking for lawyers to tips to do better networking. The articles range from general networking tips to tips for introverted lawyers, and more. These articles miss one area that I’ve experienced at networking events: the big man on campus lawyer.   Don’t be