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As we head into Q4, it is the perfect time to schedule meetings with clients to strengthen relationships (and maybe grow your book of business) for the upcoming year. This article has some easy tips and frameworks to guide those meetings. Don't miss Juristat's blog post on "5 Reasons for Patent Attorneys to Email Clients." The link is in the comments! https://lnkd.in/gsr5eZvc

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Dear Outside Counsel: When I hire you for your expertise in a specific area (about which you told me so much when we first met), please do not send the work to junior associates who do not yet know what they are doing so that they can use my assignment as a teeth-cutting practice. I will not like getting an invoice for $30k for a four-page agreement template I asked you to develop. We both know that if you didn’t have a simple template in the area in which you claimed expertise, (a) you likely inflated your sales pitch and I will always remember it and (b) you will be reselling this template to other clients, so don’t make me pay for your R&D time that you will then spread across many clients. If you cannot do the work yourself by applying your expertise to get me quick and reliable results and you do decide to send this work to your junior associates nevertheless, please consider doing the following: ✅ Spend some time educating your associates on the subject matter, so that I do not have to waste my time with multiple rounds of questions and revisions. (Do not bill me for the time you spend educating your associate.) ✅ Cut some time off the invoice. (Seriously, $30k for a four-page template is too much.) ✅ Communicate with me about your limitations. Do not blindside me with an astronomical invoice. When you do, and I disallow some of the time, do not pout. Sincerely, Your in-house friend #lawfirm #lawpractice #billing #contractdrafting #legaladvice #legalexpertise

Flat fees are ideal for an assignment like the one described below. The client could care less how many hours it takes outside counsel to prepare the assigned task. The client only cares about the quality and timeliness of the final product. Thus, if the client and outside counsel agree on the fair price for the assignment, outside counsel can use its discretion to staff the assignment appropriately. So long as the final product is good and the assignment is properly managed so that attorney time is not wasted, everyone should be happy.

Hey business owners ! Are Your Independent Contractor Agreements Bulletproof? Here’s What You Need to Know! As a business lawyer, I often see companies overlook the importance of crafting well-structured independent contractor agreements. These agreements not only protect your intellectual property but also lay the groundwork for resolving conflicts smoothly, transforming potential legal battles into organized collaboration. Here are five crucial tips for negotiating your independent contractor agreements: 1. Dynamic Scope Clauses Projects evolve, and so should your contracts. Include dynamic scope clauses that outline predefined procedures for adjusting the scope of work. This ensures seamless modifications without renegotiating the entire agreement. For instance, specify how additional compensation will be determined if the scope expands, and clearly define which stakeholders have the authority to approve changes. 2. Performance Metrics & Analysis Set clear, measurable key performance indicators (KPIs) based on work quality, timeliness, and your clients satisfaction. These KPIs, agreed upon from the start, help prevent disputes and align the contractor’s work with your strategic goals. Ensure your contract allows for modifying these metrics to stay relevant as the project evolves. 3. Risk Allocation Provisions Effective risk allocation protects both parties. Start with a thorough risk analysis covering operational, financial, legal, and reputational aspects. For example, if the contractor handles sensitive data, make them responsible for managing data breach risks. 4. Intellectual Property Rights & Licenses Protect your intellectual property by clearly defining IP rights within the contract. Detail ownership of all IP created before, during, and after the project. Decide whether the contractor retains any rights and outline the license terms, including exclusivity, geographical scope, and duration. Include an indemnity clause to cover infringement of IP belonging to third persons from outside the agreement, ensuring the contractor is liable for any such legal issues. 5. Detailed Exit & Transition Plans Plan for a smooth conclusion to your business relationship. Outline a clear exit process timeline and responsibilities, such as completing tasks, transferring responsibilities, and reconciling payments. Include clauses for the return of your property and specify any post-contract support by the contractor, including its scope and compensation. Ensuring your independent contractor agreements are robust and clear is essential for protecting your business and fostering successful collaborations. So, ensure your agreements are airtight and aligned with your business goals! #BusinessLaw #IndependentContractors #LegalTips #IntellectualProperty #RiskManagement The tips mentioned above are sourced from a legal article by Wendy Angus-Anderson the Corporate Lawyer for CobbleStone Software. You can check out the full article here:

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