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May 2017
by Jay Reeves

Back in my days at the insurance company, I would have to say the least favorite part of my job was conducting risk audits of our insured lawyers.

Typically, an audit was scheduled after a red flag had popped up. Perhaps it was a question about the application, or a problem with claims.

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Ten Tips for Starting a Successful Solo Practice or Law Firm
Heather Culp, Essex Richards 

North Carolina Bar Association demographics indicate that over half of its members practice in solo or small firms.  16% are solo practitioners and 38% are members of small law firms (2-10 attorneys).

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Celebrating 40 Years of Lawyers Mutual: 2016 Year in Review

Lawyers Mutual was founded 40 years ago with a mission, lawyers helping lawyers. Our motto continues to be "here today, here tomorrow" as we serve the lawyers of North Carolina.

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In This Issue
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StartToFinish 
Messy, Unruly, Chaotic Life     
CYBER SECURITY  
SupportForStaff   
The High Cost of Ransomware 
 
Robynn Moraites, NC Lawyer Assistance Program 


Samantha Cruff, Marketing Communications Coordinator
After working at the NC Lawyer Assistance Program (LAP) for the past 5 years, I can say with confidence that most of what we see clinically is lawyers' and judges' responses to the serious difficulties of life and a career in law. Not that there isn't true psychopathology, because there certainly is. But it is a teeny-tiny fraction of what we encounter in the lawyers we see and work with day-to-day.
How much is your data worth? This is the question that scammers ask when they perpetrate a ransomware attack.

In 2016, ransomware increased 6,000% over 2015 numbers. It is very close to becoming a $1 billion business.

Ransomware has been so profitable with so little effort that it's become the main form of malware attacks perpetrated on business.

Upcoming CLE Programs
LMASE Raleigh/Triad Networking Breakfast
 
When: June 8, 2017
Where: Starbucks
   Private Meeting Room
   3800 Lake Boone Trail
   Raleigh, NC 27607

These monthly meetings are a way to get to know Raleigh/Triad City Group members and make a few new friends. There is no registration fee for these events and you are welcome to bring a friend or colleague who might benefit from joining LMA.    

Click here to register. 
Save the Date! Lawyers Mutual 2017-2018
CLE Schedule

Fall 2017
Date       Location
Oct. 18   Asheville
Oct. 19   Clemmons
Oct. 20   Greensboro
Nov. 3     Concord

Winter 2018
Date       Location
Jan. 10   Greenville
Jan. 11   New Bern
Jan. 12   Wrightsville Beach
Feb. 9    Cary 
 
Program details and registration information will be coming soon.  

The NCBA presents
"Gather at the Grove"    
 
When: June 22, 2017
 
Where: Omni Grove Park Inn
     290 Macon Avenue   
     Asheville, NC 28804
Exclusive opportunity for you and your firm to finally have that retreat, or strategy session you've been meaning to. Take advantage of the beautiful conference space at the Grove Park Inn, along with a facilitated strategy session with Camille Stell, Vice President of Lawyers Mutual. This added value is free to registered attendees.

Space is limited, so rooms will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Email Erik Mazzone to reserve your space.  
Post Office Box 1929      Cary, NC 27512