Not too long ago, lawyers wrote letters, sent faxes and relied on their reputation for integrity & intelligence to gain clients. Now attorneys email, tweet and advertise on Google, Facebook and Tik Tok.
With the advent attorney advertising in the 1980’s, bar associations began re-emphasizing notions of professionalism as the practice of law became more of a business. Email, social media and AI have only made it more difficult for attorneys to practice with professionalism. In this CLE, Ron Daniels will opine on how modern lawyers can remain professional in our new electronic world. Main topics: The foundations of professionalism in the legal profession, what it means to be a professional, professionalism resources and professionalism scenarios for the 21st Century attorney. Additional topics: Ethics vs. Professionalism, the Lawyer’s Creed, Georgia’s Aspirational Statements on Professionalism, the Golden Rule, practicing with professionalism in your daily practice, civility & professionalism, email hijinks, 140 Characters of Mayhem and responding to negative Google reviews.
Ron E. Daniels is a trial attorney that represents clients in consumer protection cases. He fiercely and proudly represent Georgians in cases involving credit card, student loan and medical debt.