Dress to Impress 

Networking is a key part of any successful career management plan.  However, networking  can be filled with mysteries and minefields. Here are a few key tips to help you navigate this sometime treacherous terrain.

Carpet Care 101; Part 3

Regular carpet maintenance not only is “green” friendly for the environment, but it is “green” friendly for your firm’s wallet.

Is VoIP Right for Your Firm

Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) has become a popular business topic as a way to increase efficiency and reduce costs. However, is a VoIP solution the right solution for your firm? This article answers some key questions about VoIP and its use in law firms.

Member Profile - Kellie Claflin

Meet Kellie Claflin, the administrator of Foltz-Martin. Kellie shares with us her secret to being a long standing administrator – People.

AALA Business Partner Luncheon & Exposition

The AALA Business Partner Luncheon and Exposition is one of the most anticipated events of the year. This event provides an unparalleled opportunity to update yourself on the latest technologies, find solutions to business issues, solve problems, uncover emerging trends, and develop valuable resources and partnerships in the legal industry.

Spring Social

AALA members and Business Partners got together for a fun evening of great food and bowling earlier this spring. We found out that some people are a little better at bowling than others and some should probably hang up their bowling shoes altogether! All in all, it was a great time hanging out with our AALA friends.

Bribe 'Em to Bring 'Em

The AALA Board members have missed seeing many of you at our monthly speaker series events. We thought we had tried everything to get people out of their offices, but low and behold a new idea has emerged – “Let’s Bribe ‘Em!” Be sure to read about the 500 little ways the Board has decided to entice you to show up!

ALA Conference

The annual ALA Conference in Boston was true to the Chapter’s promise of being an “adventure.” Over 25 members of the Atlanta Chapter made the journey to “Beantown” to attend the National Conference. The conference provided a wide genre of professional education classes to attendees ranging from information on 401(k) compliance to lease negotiation and management.

New Members

Do you remember how it felt to be a new AALA member; excitement at all the opportunities, fear of attending your first meeting alone, overwhelmed by the benefits? Take a moment to welcome our newest members. It just might make all the difference in the world to them.

AALA Casino Royale: A Sure Bet for Children’s Healthcare

Are you getting excited about AALA Casino Royale yet? There are numerous ways to get involved in this charitable event and contribute to the success of the evening. No offering, whether it be monetary, in kind donation or time, is too small to make a difference!

AALA Goes Techno

AALA is pleased to announce that we are posting our chapter speakers series via podcasts. For those of you who work outside of Atlanta, this is great way to benefit from meetings and possibly get together with others in your area to listen to the podcast! For the rest of you in Atlanta, hopefully you’ll see what you’ve been missing and want to get in on the action!

CLM University

CLM University is now in session, but it isn’t too late to get in on the education! Becoming a Certified Legal Manager is a huge step in maximizing your position as a legal manager and guarantees you recognition as a leader in the legal field. The CLM exam will be offered in Atlanta on September 30th and AALA is offering all its resources to those interested in sitting for the exam.

Design Your Pathway to Success!

The ALA Region 2 Educational Conference & Exposition will be held October 22-23, 2010, at the Eden Roc Renaissance Miami Beach, which is conveniently located just 11 miles from the Miami International Airport. Reservations at the ALA rate are not open yet, but for budgetary purposes, the following applies: Eden Roc Renaissance Miami Beach: $219 single/double room plus applicable taxes.

Recent research shows that attorney-authored blogs have increased influence on law firm hiring decisions by potential clients in major corporations. Additionally, nearly 70 percent of respondents ages 30 to 39 said they expect their consumption of business and legal industry news through social media platforms to increase within the next six months.

Region 2 Newsletter

Find out what is going on in ALA’s Region 2.

Best Practices in Legal Management: A Comprehensive Guide

This engaging, comprehensive and practical resource guide provides a strong foundation for law firm administrators with forms, ideas, recommendations and explanations. Best Practices in Legal Management is a meticulously charted and pragmatic roadmap to law firm administration and governance written by practical experts with perspective and humor. A must-read for all legal administrators. Author: Published by the New York State Bar Association in conjunction with the New York City Chapter of the Association of Legal Administrators. 468 pages.

ALA Large Firm Administrators Conference

This annual retreat provides the principal administrator in a law firm (with 100 or more lawyers in all locations) an opportunity to learn how to handle the challenges and demands of running a large organization. The retreat’s highly focused educational program addresses some of the unique challenges and issues facing large law firms today. In addition, ample time is offered for idea exchanges where attendees can discuss a wide range of topics of interest to law firm leaders.