If you have a LinkedIn account, I'm guessing you've wondered about upgrading to a paid account. There are several options to choose from, including Business, Business Plus, Executive, Talent Basic, Talent Finder, Talent Pro, and the job-seeking plans including Job Seeker and Jobs Seeker Plus. Here are some of the added benefits you receive when you upgrade to a paid account. (more…)
It's a safe bet you constantly look for ways to use social media to drive traffic to your blog. We also assume you are looking for traffic to your blog from people who are actually interested in the content on your blog. LinkedIn is a great way to drive qualified traffic to your blog. (more…)
Source: http://lawyerist.com/social-media-ethics-lawyers-top-5/
In Part 1 of this series we explored the necessity of embracing new technology while not losing sight of an attorney's ethical obligations. We discussed the need to put a thoughtful online plan in place and explored some of the risks of participating in social networks. In Part 2 of this series we'll explore ways to manage those risks while continuing to embrace the new technology. (more…)
Source: http://lawyerist.com/social-media-ethics-lawyers-top-5/
The Code of Professional Responsibility, Rule 1.1 Competence provides, “A lawyer shall provide competent representation to a client. Competent representation requires the legal knowledge, skill, thoroughness and preparation reasonably necessary for the representation.” Comments to Rule 1.1 provide, in part, “Competent handling of a particular matter includes inquiry into and analysis of the factual and legal elements of the problem, and use of methods and procedures meeting the standards of competent practitioners.” (more…)
While managing a very tight budget, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has found work it can do right at their own desks. Last month, the SEC sent a document request list to investment advisors seeking to learn how they use social media sites like Flickr, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn and Twitter, according to the compliance alert posted on the ACA Compliance Group's website. (more…)
