Time Management for Attorneys

by Mark Powers, Shawn McNalis

"This is probably the best time management book - especially for lawyers - that I've ever read. And I consider it a must-read for anyone who is struggling with an out-of-control practice and wants to bring some sanity and enjoyment back to their work and their life." Laura Calloway, Program Director, Alabama State Bar "Not only do I recommend the book, I plan to use the book to help me be more effective in my work here at the Maryland State Bar Association, so I can provide more and better services to our members." Pat Yevics, Director of Law Office Management, Maryland State Bar Association "There is a plethora of books dealing with time management and stress management in the marketplace today. In contrast to those typical time and stress-management books, Time Management for A Lawyer's Guide to Decreasing Stress, Eliminating Interruptions & Getting Home on Time, is unique because it (1) is written specifically for attorney

Genres: Law

142 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2008

About the author

Mark Powers, President of Atticus, has been coaching attorneys for nearly twenty years. He is the founder and developer of the first personalized training program dedicated to teaching attorneys the lasting skills and habits necessary for practice development. These skills include strategic planning, client development, customer service, prioritization, time blocking, managing interruptions, financial management, staffing, and delegation.

Mark is a national speaker who has worked with members of the American Bar Association and bar associations in Arizona, Florida, Massachusetts, Mississippi, New York and other states. Mark previously served as the chief executive officer and president of a multi-million-dollar, privately held company, and as a corporate manager in a Fortune 500 company based in Connecticut. A native of Massachusetts, he has a master's degree from Northeastern University in Boston. His undergraduate studies include a bachelor's degree in economics and criminal justice.

Reviews

[Tania · Rating 4 out of 5]

Solid suggestions for creating a big-picture plan down to managing everyday details. I think I already employ most of the organizational methods, but it was nice to see them all in one place with handy worksheets to use!