At the risk of revealing just how old we actually are, when we first started practicing law, the conflict-checking process centered around the Pink Sheets.

This list of new law firm clients, printed on bright pink paper, landed on our desks at the beginning of each week. We had to read it, circle names we recognized, and pass the list back to the managing partner.

A lot has changed since those days, but one thing remains constant: You need a robust conflict-checking process. 

In our latest Attorney at Work article we’re sharing in depth on five things to think about when you’re refining your law firm conflicts process, including:

1. Keep your database up to date.
2. At intake, check all new clients and matters for potential conflicts. 
3. Check for different types of conflicts. 
4. Get it in writing. 
5. Ensure your ethics walls apply to everyone… not just the lawyers.

Read the full article, Lawyer Conflict Checks: 5 Tips to Tune Up Your Process, to see how to use these five things to ensure you have an effective conflicts process for your law firm. 

Bonus tip: If you’re ready to take on process improvement like a pro, grab our step-by-step guide The Power Zone Playbook for Lawyers for practical support to get out of the grind. Get your copy today!

- Karen and David