I use today’s technology to its fullest advantage in my practice. Since I am a solo practicing attorney, with limited staff, I have to use technology to survive. I am also an attorney that uses Mac’s in his office. I do that for a number of reasons. First, I do not have to worry about viruses, worms and other intruders as my window using counterparts do. I also believe that my Mac computers are more secure, which means my clients’ files are more secure.
I also need to be able to get my hands on my client’s files quickly and without the need to dig through a file drawer and file folder. To that end, I utilize the paperLESS concept for my filing. What this means is that I scan every document that comes into my office and store it in my client’s file digitally. I also produce a PDF of every document I produce and also store that in my client’s digital file. (more on this in the near future)
I also utilize email and other computer methods of communicating with my clients. The advantage of using email is that my clients can almost always reach me. I have my computer set to check incoming emails every 30 minutes. So if a client needs to reach me that is always one alternative to use. Of course my clients can call me on my phone. And best of all for my clients, I answer my own phone. Yes, let me say that again, I answer my own phone. When a client calls my office you will get me on the other end. I do not use a staff member to answer my phone. I do use voice mail during those times I might be in court or with a client. I will be making available for those that wish to use it, video conferencing via the internet. There will be more details on this to come.
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