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Must Read Monday Dividend Declared

As we approach the end of 2023, we are thrilled to provide you with a dividend as a way for members to share in the success of Lawyers’ Mutual.*

Lawyers’ Mutual Board of Directors is proud to announce an 8% dividend payment to our qualifying members.**

We appreciate your continued support; keep an eye out in November for the arrival of your dividend check.

Our strength is your insurance.

*Dividends are paid at the sole discretion of the Company’s Board of Directors and past dividends do not guarantee the payment or amount of future dividends.

**Members of record as of November 1, 2023, who paid a premium on a one-year policy with an effective date between November 1, 2021 and October 31, 2022.

Must Read Monday Maintaining Your State Bar Profile

Did you know:

Attorneys are responsible for maintaining the accuracy of the information in their State Bar record. Attorneys are required to report:

• Current physical and mailing address
• Phone number
• Email address
• Professional website address (if one is maintained)
• Employment sector
• Law firm size
• Client Trust Account Protection Program (CTAPP) reporting
• Admission to any other additional jurisdiction(s)

Additionally, pursuant to rule 2.2(b) of the Rules of the State Bar of California, attorneys are required to verify any changes be reported within 30 days.

Visit our Resources page for a copy of your Client Trust Accounting Book and Rules of Professional Conduct.

Together we can bring out the best in the legal profession.

Email mbinfo@lawyersmutual.com for any questions.

Must Read Monday Free Member Summit

Spots are filling up fast with only 30 days left to register.

If you are in compliance group 2 (attorneys with last name beginning with H-M), this free CLE event is for you to gain more credits before your compliance deadline.

Join the fun and earn five hours of specialty CLE credits with complimentary lunch, networking breaks, and session break hors d’oeuvres.

Free Lawyers’ Mutual goodie bags and surprise gifts will be available for attendees.

Secure your spot today:

Click here to register and find the full schedule of CLE seminars.

Summit Event Date: Friday, December 8, 2023

Event Time: 9AM – 4:30PM

Location: Hotel Indigo in Downtown Los Angeles

 Speakers include:

• Marshall R. Cole, Esq.
• Anne L. Thompson, Esq.
• Richard A. Huver, Esq.
• Gary A. Dordick, Esq.
• Wendy L. Patrick, JD.
• Sean Carter, Esq.

Together we can bring out the best in the legal profession. We look forward to seeing you there!

Please email mbinfo@lawyersmutual.com  or call (818) 565-5512 ext. 280 for any questions.

Must Read Monday Don’t be scared. Be aware.

Let’s take the ghosts and jump scares out of cyber threats and leave those to the witches.

Are your employees trained to recognize cyber risks? Many of us can’t always recognize the threats in a suspicious-looking link or attachment. Training employees to be mindful of safe cyber security practices starts with recognizing cyber risks.  

Top cyber risks include:

• Human error
• Unsecured internet connections
• Phishing emails
• Downloading malware unintentionally

The following best practice ideas are a great start to implementing cyber risk countermeasures:

• Regular training
• Know before you click
• Implement strong passwords
• Two-factor authentication
• Firewalls

To avoid potential cyber risks, treat your employees, your firm, and your clients with the knowledge of best practices and take the necessary precautions that could avoid potential costly $$$.

No tricks, just treats for protecting your firm.

Must Read Monday Connecting to your Member Resources

Have you accessed your member resources page recently? As a Lawyers’ Mutual member you have access to resources that provide you with valuable information to promote best practice.

Six member resources to stay at the top of your game:

• Specimen Copies of the Policy
• Cyber Endorsement
• First Time Buyers Guide
• CA Rules of Professional Conduct
• Client Trust Accounting
• Program Flyers

Visit your member resource page to learn more about your policy, Rules of Professional Conduct updates and risk management brochures.

Have an idea on additional resources we should share with the lawyer community? Email them to mbinfo@lawyersmutual.com.

Must Read Monday Member Summit Registration Reminder

Exclusive Benefit for Lawyers’ Mutual Members

Registration is almost full for our complimentary Lawyers’ Mutual Member Summit.

Secure your spot today.

Click here to register and find the full schedule of CLE seminars.

Summit Event Date: Friday, December 8, 2023

Event Time: 9AM-4:30PM

Location: Hotel Indigo in Downtown Los Angeles

Earn five hours of specialty CLE credits with complimentary networking, lunch and session break hors d’oeuvres.

 Speakers include:

• Marshall R. Cole, Esq.
• Anne L. Thompson, Esq.
• Richard A. Huver, Esq.
• Gary A. Dordick, Esq.
• Wendy L. Patrick, JD.
• Sean Carter, Esq.

Together we can bring out the best in the legal profession.

Please email mbinfo@lawyersmutual.com  or call (818) 565-5512 ext. 280 for any questions.