Do You Have a Minute? Supervising and Being Supervised
RPC 5.1 addresses the responsibility of lawyer-supervisors while RPC 5.2 outlines the corresponding duties of […]
C-R-A-C: (Almost) Easy as 1-2-3
CRAC (often pronounced “see-rack”) is a reliable method for organizing legal analysis that works in […]
In Conversation with Timberland Legal Aid
A Q&A with with Timberland Legal Aid CEO/Executive Director Lori Sarancik about the history of […]
In Conversation with Benton Franklin Legal Aid Society (BFLA)
A Q&A with the Benton Franklin Legal Aid Society. […]
Doing Justice: RPC 3.8 and the Special Responsibilities of Prosecutors
Although most lawyers think their practice area is unique, only one group of practitioners has […]
The ‘Hot Potato’ Rule: The Coolest Name in Legal Ethics
Under the "hot potato" rule, a law firm cannot drop a client “like a hot […]
Tapping Into Legal Typography
Typography is the visual appearance of a legal document, encompassing everything from type font and […]
In Conversation with Eastside Legal Assistance Program
A Q&A with Eastside Legal Assistance Program Legal Director Vivian Lee. […]
Crossing Over: Confidentiality at International Borders
Today’s technology becomes a sensitive point at international borders because inspections of electronic […]
Tips for Writing Effective Discovery Requests
This approach, moreover, is likely to get you the answers you are seeking, […]
Let’s Work Together to Embrace the Digital Age
Digital has to be the default now. There is absolutely no reason for […]
In Conversation with Inland Empire Legal Aid
Inland Empire Legal Aid assists low-income individuals that reside in Spokane, Pend Oreille, […]
In Conversation With Tacomaprobono Community Lawyers
Tacomaprobono Community Lawyers has existed since the early 1980s, when it began receiving […]
Whatever Happened to Zeal?
Lawyers often speak of “zeal," but the word disappeared from the Washington professional […]
Reforming Evidence
It’s time we examine the rules of evidence and ask if they are […]
Hanging It Up
In this column, we’ll look at three risk management aspects of closing a law practice upon retirement. […]
Frame It: How to Use a Deep Issue Statement to Make a Lasting First Impression
Although there are different approaches to writing issue statements, the "deep issue" method offers many advantages compared […]
Words Matter: Interpreting RPCs
Interpretation of the words of the Rules of Professional Conduct (RPCs) can determine whether a lawyer will […]
The Importance of Being Earnest
Lauren E. Sancken discusses writing an effective supplemental authorities letter. […]
Legal Tech is Boring Now
Yes, legal tech is really boring now, and it’s not just me who thinks so. But don’t […]
Deed of Trust: Lawyer as Escrow
While a time-honored role, serving as an escrow can create significant risks for a lawyer and the […]
July/Aug. 2021 > Recent Significant Cases Decided by the Washington Supreme Court
This column by Bryan Harnetiaux is based on slip opinions of the court, which are not necessarily […]
Client Centrism: The Next Wave of Legal Innovation
We already have the technology; we simply need to adopt it and incrementally improve the way we […]
What’s Left? Law Firm Risk Management After the Marketing Rule Amendments
The recent amendments are painted against the backdrop of a legal economy where lawyers in private practice […]
The Straw That Stirs the Business Drink: Unpacking the Many Roles of the Contract Drafter
This is a new semi-regular column, in which experienced practitioners will answer questions from those new to […]
Nov. 2021 > Two Cases on the Right to Trial by Jury, and a COVID-19 Update
In two recent cases—one civil, one criminal—the Washington Supreme Court reversed the Court of Appeals […]
From Anecdata to Data on Writing a Winning Brief
It’s difficult to know whether to take writing advice from even the most successful attorneys. […]
New Normal: Risk Management for ‘Hybrid’ Offices
One of the most profound impacts of the pandemic on the legal profession has been on the […]
Common Problems With Common Representation
Examining conflicts that can arise when representing clients whose interests may not remain aligned. […]