Posts Categorized: CDLB Articles

Published in the Monday November 2, 2020 edition of the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin Michael C. Craven, J.D., L.L.M. and C.P.A. is a partner at Harrison LLP. His practice focuses on complex divorce and family law litigation, mediation, and collaborative law cases. He can be reached at mcraven@harrisonheld.com. For my colleagues who do not practice family law, I would advise you to pay attention when your clients may need a prenuptial agreement and ...   Read more ...  

  Published in the Thursday November 7, 2019 edition of the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin   “Just who do you think you are?”   If you find yourself constantly asking that question while handling a case or legal matter — you might be interacting with a narcissist, a personality type that craves and demands special treatment.   In our legal world, a narcissist can make our lives difficult. The problem person can be your client, another party or even opposing counsel. To get...   Read more ...  

  Published in the Tuesday July 18, 2019 edition of the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin   Time flies when running a business. Major milestones tend to sneak up on you. While I hate to be the bearer of bad news for those who have been caught up in everyday work this past winter and spring, I must share a sobering piece of information: It is already time for midyear reviews.   But, there is some good news: You should find the general information in this article even more useful if this ...   Read more ...  

  Published in the Tuesday September 18, 2019 edition of the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin   What sets successful lawyers apart? Maybe, in some cases, it is sharp legal skills and tight billing practices. However, I believe success in the competitive business side of law, especially when attracting clients and expanding networks, is often due to strong soft skills.   Soft skills are the non-legal, non-accounting and often non-quantifiable tools in your briefcase.   You probably...   Read more ...  

  Published in the February 9, 2018 edition of the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin   It’s a tale as old as time: An older generation complains about the work ethic and working style of a younger generation.   That divide has never been more prevalent than the separation between the millennial generation and those that preceded it. When looking to recruit millennials as employees or woo them as clients, it is best to look past the typical stereotypes and use the differences between t...   Read more ...