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Stay the Course

The 116th National Conference meeting was a great success -- mixing education, business and social activities. Annette Waggoner, midwestern chair, put on a great convention and reinforced that the Commercial Law League of America (CLLA) "Means Business". This year, the CLLA will continue to look for new ways to market their membership so that they can continue to build on the League slogan "the CLLA Means Business." They will do this through increasing their presence on the Internet, providin...

The Clla President's Speech

In this article, a transcript from new CLLA president Gary Weiner's speech is presented. Weiner said he thinks that the most beautiful thing about being in the League is the amount of emotion that comes through -- it's absolutely amazing. He noted that this is their time to move the League forward, to bring value to their members so that 20 years from now, he'll be sitting out there and realizing there is a place for all of them. He talked about a couple of things that he hopes to accomplish ...

Managing During Uncertain Times

One only has to look at industry headlines to know that the business climate and attitude has changed for law firms concentrating their practices in bankruptcy, debt collection and debt collection litigation. While, in many cases, the recessionary period may have seemed like a boom time for collections, it also has forced many practitioners to look at their practices and procedures to optimize efficiency in an effort to compensate for lost clients, or lost revenues streams -- and to look for ...

Ten Questions and Answers to a Foreign Collection Lawyer: Brazil

Questions on foreign collections are answered. A complainant, company or industry that has credits to be charged in Brazil should immediately seek his counsel in Brazil and share all relevant information needed to pursue this claim. At any given time, an interest may be required and reported in accordance with local law. Rates or contingency fees are the actual payment that the attorneys should receive for performing the work. Some lawyers prefer, at the end of the process, to charge a percen...

How to Build Your Practice with Dignity

In this article, ten steps to spread the word about the work your firm can do for current -- and potential -- clients are presented. 1. Identify the niche you want to fill and the services you want to market. 2. Identify how you and your services differ from those of your competitors. 3. Learn how to establish your credibility and interact with prospects without selling. 4. Compile and keep a comprehensive mailing list. 5. Make sure prospects and clients can reach you easily. 6. Educate your ...

Chicago Spring Meeting Election Results

Bond Changes

The bond of indemnity provided by the members of the Association of Law List Publishers can be an important aspect of doing business -- which is why it's also important to know about any changes that have been made to bonding coverage and service. The Association of Law List Publishers insurance program includes coverage against acts of latency or embezzlement but is not a malpractice insurance program. The program covers members and claims in all 50 states and Canada, but does not provide co...

William I. Kohn - in Memoriam

On Feb 24, 2010, the American Board of Certification of Bankruptcy and Creditors' Rights Attorneys (ABC) lost a dear and faithful friend with the sudden and untimely death of William I. Kohn, the 2010 chair of ABC's Board of Directors. A rising star from the beginning, Kohn served the ABC in a variety of roles during his nearly 14 years on its Board of Directors. He served as chair of the Standards Committee, liaison to the Commercial Law League of America, secretary, treasurer, president-ele...

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We Have to Start Meeting Like This!

Someone once said, history is written by people who attend meetings, and stay until the end, and keep the minutes -- and the folks who attended CLLA's 116th National Meeting in Chicago certainly helped write history. The very successful meeting featured outstanding educational programs, passionate discussions about important issues facing the profession and the CLLA, and engaging networking events. One of the real highlights of the event was a creative and interactive cooking challenge, pitti...

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