EP 34: Malpractice Preparedness: What Lawyers Need to Know with Craig Dobson

In this episode of Power Up Your Practice, Ruby Powers sits down with Craig Dobson, a thought leader in Legal Ethics Advice to Lawyers. From managing overwhelming caseloads to the importance of malpractice notifications, Craig offers practical advice for staying compliant while building a well-managed, ethical firm. Tune in to discover how creating a supportive culture and addressing issues proactively can power up your practice! Tune in to the episode to hear about: *Managing Ethical Workloads: How lawyers can avoid ethics violations by not taking on more cases than they can handle. *Malpractice Reporting: When and why lawyers should report issues to their malpractice carriers to avoid voiding their coverage. *Practice Management as Ethics: The connection between well-managed firms and ethical legal practices, including the importance of training and having written operational procedures. *Client Communication: The ethical and professional risks that come with failing to keep clients informed, particularly in flat-fee arrangements. *Lawyer Well-being and Firm Culture: The psychological toll of certain legal roles and the need for firms to support staff through positive feedback and transparency. Learn more about Craig Dobson: * Connect with Craig on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/craigdobson *Craigs' website: dobson-law.com  *********************************** Welcome to Power Up Your Practice, the go-to law practice management podcast for law firm owners and managing attorneys working on the business, not in it. Hosted by Ruby Powers, your guide into the heart of law practice management. Each week, learn insights from leading legal minds, trailblazing attorneys, and expert guests who provide you with actionable advice, out-of-the-box solutions, and a fresh perspective on running your firm more effectively and efficiently. Prepare to open your mind, be inspired, and power up your practice to the next level.   Watch more episodes of Power Up Your Practice on:  * Website: https://www.powersstrategygroup.com   * Website:https://www.PowerUpYourPractice.com   * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@powersstrategygroup Connect and learn more from your host, Ruby Powers:  * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rubypowers/  * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/poweruppractice  * Website: https://rubypowers.com *  Website: https://rubypowerslaw.com