Summer is the best time of year for workcations (spoken as a true Floridian), so this year I kicked off my summer adventure at the Boston meetings of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel. While there, I attended several committee meetings, including one focused on technology in the practice. It sparked a lively …
I had the privilege of presenting to the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel’s Florida Fellows this fall on a very fun topic: Counsel for the Toons: A Litigator’s Perspective on “Who Framed Roger Rabbit?” I had a great time exploring nuanced probate litigation topics like lost or destroyed wills and the slayer statute …
Occasionally, we have to take a moment and celebrate ourselves. Today, I am taking that moment for me and sharing that I was elected as a Florida Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel. As explained on ACTEC’s website: “The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC) is an organization of …
The joy of a fully virtual firm is that I can work from anywhere, on my own terms. This month, I decided to work for a few weeks from Maine. The weather was the biggest draw but the food, hiking, and views were important too. As usual, I spent a few hours in the morning …
I had the honor of presenting to the Professional Fiduciary Council of Florida last week regarding considerations prior to accepting or declining the role of trustee or personal representative. The presentation was geared towards professional fiduciaries but sometimes, a decedent nominates a family member to serve in one, or both, of those roles. It’s important …
A common theme among coaching clients and colleagues, especially solo practitioners, is a lack of deep connection. A deep connection is one in which you can be completely vulnerable without judgment. It’s a safe space to share ideas, successes, and even anxieties. With increased virtual firms and remote work, we’ve all experienced greater distance and …
I spent December in Europe visiting Christmas markets in various cities in Germany, Switzerland, Austria, and even Slovakia. I’m incredibly grateful for the ability to travel and work and for my clients that understand and enjoy working with me while on adventures. It’s really wonderful to create a business that aligns with your values and …
When I was a newbie lawyer, I was intimidated by a lot of things, including mediation. Giving an opening and working with experienced opposing counsel and a mediator had me concerned that I would say the wrong thing. I feared being unable to answers my client’s questions during the process or being unhelpful as they …
As I continue to grow my business, I feel conflicting emotions. The most obvious is fear. Fear of failure. Fear of judgment. Fear of the unknown. Negative emotions have a tendency to stand louder than the positive ones. They’re based in history, society’s views, and the pressures imposed by our parents and family members. Fear …
When was the last time you took a mental health day? A day to completely disconnect from work, house chores, and any stressful activities. If you’re like many of my lawyer colleagues, the answer is “never”. It’s time that you rethink the time you take off of work. Most of our jobs have some form …
