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Introducing 8am: A new chapter in our story

August 19, 2025 | Dru Armstrong, CEO of 8am

With more than 15 years of experience helping law firms improve profitability, cash flow, and financial clarity, Kelley Brubaker, CPA, knows the financial challenges attorneys face firsthand. In this post, Kelley shares her top expense management tips to help firms better control costs and make confident financial decisions.

The workflow-first method: 5 legal processes where AI actually pays off

September 5, 2025|Josh Noffke

As part of our Counsel Corner series, we’re excited to feature guest author Josh Noffke, founder of Noffke Law and Brass Tacks AI Consulting. Josh’s practice spans transactional law, intellectual property, and data privacy, and he brings a unique perspective by combining legal expertise with AI to help attorneys modernize their tech strategies.

10 data security tips for small or solo law firms

August 19, 2025|Catherine Dawson

Discover 10 data security tips for small and solo law firms to protect client data, meet ethical duties, and guard against cyberthreats—covering devices, cloud tools, training, backups, and more.

10 more AI use cases for lawyers: Research, writing, and law firm management

August 19, 2025|Nicole Black, Esq.

Learn 10 practical AI tips for lawyers—from research and writing to client intake and firm management—with AI prompts to boost efficiency, improve workflows, and maintain ethical standards.

AI-enabled marketing: Your secret weapon for growing your legal practice

August 19, 2025|Carolyn Elefant, Esq.

Discover how lawyers can use AI to boost marketing—creating lead magnets, producing multimedia, ranking in AI search, managing referrals, and building data-driven business plans—to attract clients and grow their practice.

Ethical texting with clients: A practical guide for lawyers

August 19, 2025|Mark C. Palmer

Learn best practices for texting clients ethically—covering consent, security, recordkeeping, confidentiality, and boundaries—so lawyers can offer convenient communication while protecting professionalism and compliance.

Solving problems and cultivating culture in business

August 19, 2025|Dru Armstrong, CEO of 8am

Our mission is to help professionals focus on what they love by making payments and business operations seamless through verticalized technology. With a strong culture, experienced team, and a commitment to solving complex challenges, we’re building a future where professionals gain time, efficiency, and confidence in their businesses.

Making social media work for your law firm

August 19, 2025|Gyi Tsakalakis

Learn how law firms can use social media authentically, consistently, and with value to build trust, attract clients, and boost referrals—plus tips on platforms, posting strategy, measurement, and ethical AI use.

10 practical ways lawyers are using generative AI for trial preparation and drafting

August 19, 2025|Nicole Black, Esq.

Learn 10 practical ways lawyers use generative AI for trial prep and drafting—from voir dire to medical summaries—to save time, increase accuracy, and strengthen client service.

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