Entries from September 2008

September 30, 2008

Integration vs. Orientation

After reading this article from NALP, I’m intrigued by the idea of an ongoing “integration” versus a two-week orientation for new associates. The definitions for these two activities could not be more different. Orientation is merely an “introduction” to new surroundings, while integration is an act of combining into a whole (dictionary.com). I  think that [...]

September 30, 2008

Upcoming Speaking Engagement

Both Sarah and I will be speaking at the upcoming ALA Law Firm Financial Management Conference in Schaumburg, Illinois (ALA Meetings & Events). The name of session is Library Cost: Analyzing and Managing this Cost Center Effectively, and we are very excited to be participating at this event. If you are attending, we hope to [...]

September 29, 2008

Welcome to our blog!

Welcome to the blog for Cable&Clark, law firm consultants specializing in partnering with law firms to increase their profitability and develop innovative approaches to information strategy. This blog will monitor and comment on the current state of legal research, cost recovery of legal research resources, information services contracts and legal research training. We will also [...]