Should bar exam standards be lower?
Plus: The debate about associates and partner pay.
Are bar exam standards too high? Could lower score requirements be the key to addressing lawyer shortages? Join the conversation in this edition of Raise the Bar.
In today's newsletter:
⚫ Balancing associate and partner pay
⚫ Eliminate top 5 time-wasters in law firms
⚫ Lower bar scores may ease attorney shortage
⚫ Bold plans to reform legal frameworks
Can lower bar requirements ease attorney shortages?
Arizona is considering allowing lower bar exam scores for entry into the profession to address the state's attorney shortage. This change could facilitate the entry of new lawyers into the profession, potentially filling gaps in underserved areas.
Commentary: Associates should earn more
General Counsel Richard Price questions the sustainability of the current law firm model, which often requires associates to work excessively to justify high salaries. This approach, he argues, undermines the welfare of associates and the long-term viability of the profession.
Eliminate these 5 biggest time-wasters
In this episode of "The Law Entrepreneur," hosts Neil Tyra and Sam Mollaei delve into transformative strategies for law firm owners, highlighting how to streamline client intake, enhance productivity, and manage client interactions more effectively. You'll gain insights into optimizing client consultations, leveraging virtual assistants, and using tools to manage emails efficiently - all aimed at reducing burnout and boosting your firm's growth.
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🔵 UK Labour's bold plans to reform legal frameworks
Legal issues expected to rise in Nov. elections
Many states have new voter laws that could affect turnout and results of the November 2024 elections. New laws in states like Florida nclude restrictions on ballot drop-off locations and absentee voting, and regulations around polling place conduct and security. Lawyers can expect to see an uptick in lawsuits and legal complaints as a result.
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