http://www.abanow.org ABA Media Relations & Communication Services Tue, 22 May 2012 15:42:03 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en CHICAGO, May 2, 2012 – In this tough economy, more lawyers than ever are seeking the services of a professional coach. The Lawyer's Guide to Professional Coaching, a new book published by the ABA Law Practice Management Section, will teach lawyers to find, select and work productively with the right ... http://www.abanow.org/2012/05/new-aba-book-helps-lawyers-develop-skills-with-a-professional-coach/ CHICAGO, April 24, 2012—The protection of children as they explore and utilize the Internet is a global concern for parents, schools, organizations interacting with children and lawyers. A new book, Children and the Internet –  A Global Guide for Lawyers and Parents, published by the American Bar Association, highlights ... http://www.abanow.org/2012/04/children-and-the-internet-a-global-guide-for-lawyers-and-parents/ CHICAGO, April 20, 2012 – In November, the FBI met with major law firms to warn that hackers see attorneys as a back door to the valuable data of their corporate clients. Locked Down: Information Security for Lawyers, a new book from the ABA Law Practice Management Section, explains the ... http://www.abanow.org/2012/04/new-aba-book-offers-strategies-to-protect-lawyers-from-hackers-and-other-security-threats/ CHICAGO, March 28, 2012 – Each copy of Microsoft Office 2010 now includes OneNote, and usage of the information-sharing software among lawyers is poised to skyrocket. Microsoft® OneNote in One Hour for Lawyers, a new book from the ABA Law Practice Management Section, explains, in plain English, how to get ... http://www.abanow.org/2012/03/new-aba-book-helps-lawyers-master-microsoft-onenote/ CHICAGO, March 26, 2012 – In this rapidly changing economic and legal climate, lawyers are seeking new methods for delivering their services efficiently and effectively while attracting new types of clients. For many firms, limited scope representation—also known as à la carte or unbundled legal services—may be the solution. A ... http://www.abanow.org/2012/03/new-aba-book-helps-lawyers-offer-limited-scope-services-to-clients/ CHICAGO, March 23, 2012 – More than 80,000 apps are available for the iPad, and finding the best ones can be overwhelming, confusing and frustrating. iPad Apps in One Hour for Lawyers, a new book published by the ABA Law Practice Management Section, provides the "best of the best" apps ... http://www.abanow.org/2012/03/best-ipad-apps-for-lawyers-rated-in-new-aba-book/ CHICAGO, March 22, 2012 – Lawyers work in a world of networks, connections, referrals and recommendations. The success of these networks often determines the success of their practice. LinkedIn, the premier social networking tool for business, can help lawyers create, nurture, and expand their professional network and gain clients in ... http://www.abanow.org/2012/03/new-aba-book-gives-linkedin-tips-for-lawyers/ CHICAGO, March 22, 2012 —Sometimes the best gift you can give is the gift of peace of mind. A new book, The ABA Checklist for Family Heirs: A Guide to Family History, Financial Plans and Final Wishes, published by the American Bar Association Senior Lawyers Division, provides step-by-step guidance on ... http://www.abanow.org/2012/03/new-aba-book-provides-roadmap-for-end-of-life-planning/ CHICAGO, Jan. 30, 2012 – As more businesses move their information technology systems into the cloud, lawyers need to ask if cloud computing is right for their firm. Cloud Computing for Lawyers, a new book from the American Bar Association Law Practice Management Section, features a discussion of cloud computing ... http://www.abanow.org/2012/01/ethics-of-cloud-computing-for-lawyers-security-and-tips-subject-of-new-aba-book/ CHICAGO, Jan. 19, 2012 – Solo and small firm lawyers often face urgent technology needs—and limited budgets to fulfill them. The 2012 Solo and Small Firm Legal Technology Guide, a new release from the ABA Law Practice Management Section, is the only book of its kind that helps solo and ... http://www.abanow.org/2012/01/new-aba-book-reviews-the-best-legal-technology-of-2012/