Appellate Law

Appellate Lawyers Pooling Resources?

By Steven R. Merican

Lots of appellate practitioners are in solo or small groups. We can practice at peak levels because extraordinary resources are available at minimal cost. That?s good for clients, and good for us.

I am always thinking about ways to increase the quality of my work product and push down costs. Lately I?ve been mulling over the idea of pooling resources with other appellate practitioners ? staffing, electronic, digital, old-fashioned brainstorming with colleagues. Geography is not a limitation on the pooling concept; where you toil doesn?t matter. There is nothing insurmountable to prevent us from getting the best product and service, and the best pricing, from around the world to make our practices better and more cost efficient.

I?m interested in your thoughts. Call me (630-579-6460) or email (steve.merican@gmail.com) if you want to discuss this.

Full post as published by Illinois Appellate Lawyer Blog on November 13, 2008 (boomark / email).