Nothing But The Ruth!

office clutter
Overcome Clutter and Hoarding in the Office: Expert Advice for Lawyers

Nothing But the Ruth! | Cory Chalmers from A&E's "Hoarders" has tips to help overcome clutter in the office.

Ruth Carter - February 12, 2025
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Client Engagement Agreements: Blunt Terms I Wish I Could Include

Nothing But the Ruth | Here's what I really want to say in my client engagement agreements.

Ruth Carter - January 8, 2025
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Books Every Lawyer Must Read Before Opening a Law Firm

Ruth Carter wants you to read these four books before opening a law firm — and she shares two top 10 lists from lawyers around the web. Jay Foonberg’s “How to Start and Build a Law Practice” has long been the go-to book that many ...

Ruth Carter - January 7, 2025
Law Firm Swag
Law Firm Swag: Made for Your Audience

You can put your firm’s name and logo on an impressive number of things — pens, mugs, magnets and toys are just the tip of the swag iceberg. I was a bit overwhelmed by all the options.

Ruth Carter - January 3, 2025
personal safety for lawyers
Predicting and Protecting Yourself Against Violence: Interview With Craig Gundry

Q&A | Ruth Carter talks with Craig Gundry, Vice President of Special Projects for Critical Intervention Services.

Ruth Carter - December 28, 2024
law firm name
How to Change Your Law Firm Name

Ruth Carter | As more states are allowing law firms to use trade names, you may be considering rebranding your firm.

Ruth Carter - December 20, 2024
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Small Law Firms: Is BOIR Still Required?

Ruth Carter | Law firms in the U.S. with fewer than 20 full-time employees no longer need to file a Beneficial Owners Information Report with FinCEN.

Ruth Carter - November 6, 2024
lawyer billing
Lawyer Flat Fees or Hourly Rates? Pros and Cons of Legal Billing Options

Ruth Carter | Lawyers are no longer tied to hourly rates when billing clients. What are the alternatives?

Ruth Carter - October 26, 2024
non-traditional holidays
Who Wants Pie? Celebrating Non-Traditional Holidays at Your Law Firm

Law offices should celebrate non-traditional holidays that fit their culture, rather than feel obligated to celebrate in traditional ways.

Ruth Carter - September 30, 2024
Wheaton's Law
Wheaton’s Law

Whether dealing with opposing counsel, a colleague or any other professional, lawyers should always apply Wheaton’s law.

Ruth Carter - July 17, 2024
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