March-April 2019

Practice Technology

New executive directors bring change but appreciate continuity

by Robert J. Derocher

It's true that fresh eyes often bring a fresh perspective. But that doesn't mean that change has to involve scrapping everything that came before. Here, several new bar executives share how their predecessors' work has helped them build from a place of stability.

Practice Technology

Is a MEWA right for your bar? An inside look at the NSBA Health Insurance Consortium

by Marilyn Cavicchia

More than a year in the making, the NSBA Health Insurance Consortium—a separate entity created by the Nebraska State Bar Association—launched on January 1, 2019. In this article, Executive Director Liz Neeley shares candid insights and advice for bars that may be considering setting up a multi-employer welfare arrangement to offer health insurance for members and staff.

Practice Technology

NABE Midyear 2019: Executive director panel shares tools for efficiency, satisfaction

by Tim Eigo

Work is great. But no one wants to spend extra time at work just because of inefficiency and depleted energy. At the 2019 NABE Midyear Meeting, a panel of bar executives shared their tips for how to leave the office a little earlier and still make sure that all the work gets done. Here's what guest writer Tim Eigo took away from that discussion.

Practice Technology

2018 Benchmarks Survey: New questions ask about data security, workplace security

One great strength of a recurring research project, such as the Benchmarks survey, is the ability to compare current and past data and spot trends. Another strength is that the project evolves, adding new questions as needed. Here's a look at two important areas that are new to the 2018 State and Local Bar Benchmarks Survey: Membership, Administration and Finance.

Practice Technology

Diversity, equity, and inclusion in nonprofit bylaws

by Michele Berger

How do you move diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) from good intentions to reality at your bar association? One way may be to strategically incorporate DEI into the organization's bylaws. Nonprofit lawyer and governance expert Michele Berger shares some important considerations.

Professional Development

Thank you to sponsors of the 2019 ABA Bar Leadership Institute

The ABA Division for Bar Services and Standing Committee on Bar Activities and Services have several sponsors to thank for their support of the 2019 ABA Bar Leadership Institute. If you attend this year's BLI, make sure to stop by their sponsor booths!