Best Practices for Drafting Attorney-Client Fee Agreements
Drafting Attorney-Client Fee Agreements
Fee agreements serve as the foundation of any attorney-client relationship, outlining the terms, responsibilities, and expectations on both sides. In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into the world of fee agreements. We'll also introduce you to Advocate Capital's Case Expense Financing services and how editing...
Gwilliam, Ivary, Chiosso, Cavalli and Brewer Recovers Huge Settlement on Behalf of Modesto Attorney and his Family Wrongfully Accused of Murder
Today's guest blog comes from Oakland, California law firm Gwilliam, Ivary, Chiosso, Cavalli and Brewer.
On Tuesday, April 15, 2025, the Stanislaus County Board of Supervisors approved a $22.5 million settlement for the deceased criminal defense attorney, Frank Carson, and 7 other people wrongfully and maliciously accused of murder, including Frank Carson...
How Jessica Ramirez Fights for Victims of Sexual Abuse
Advocate Capital President and Director of Associate & Client Experience, Donna Jones, sits down with D'Arcy Johnson Day's Jessica Ramirez to discuss the firm's growing sexual assault caseload and the community outreach that uncovered the scale of the issue. Jessica explains how working with the immigrant community both with D'Arcy Johnson Day and in...
Jessica Ramirez's Contract Work as a Public Defender
D'Arcy Johnson Day's Jessica Ramirez shares how her experience working as a contract attorney with the public defender's office influenced her perspective on justice and advocacy while also motivating her to work towards a more equitable legal system for all. Calling the experience working with immigrants and those that could not afford legal representati...
The Financial Toll of Trial Delays on Law Firms
Authored By: Candace Whitman
Trial delays can pose significant financial challenges for law firms, particularly those operating on a contingency fee basis. When cases take longer to resolve, firms experience cash flow disruptions, increased litigation expenses, and operational strains that can impact long-term stability. Understanding these financial pres...
Public Justice Phonathon 2025
This year’s Public Justice Foundation Phonathon theme is Dinosaurs versus Robots! Volunteers will gather in Washington, D.C., on May 1st to help sign up members for Public Justice.
Advocate Capital is excited to be part of Team Dinosaur. From now until the Phonathon on May 1st , Advocate Capital will pay the first month's dues for individuals who sign up...
How to Positively Impact Your Community with Andrew D'Arcy
Hear from Advocate Capital client Andrew D'Arcy, of D'Arcy Johnson Day Lawyers, about how his firm's motto of "Doing well by doing good" guides their community service efforts in New Jersey. Learn about the firm's work with schools, youth sports teams and first responders.
To contact Andy visit the firm's website www.djd.law, call 866-327-2952, or email...
Associate Spotlight: Nikole Kaihani
The Advocate Capital Associate Spotlight Award congratulates team members who personify Advocate and Pinnacle’s Core Values: Integrity, Fairness, Learning, Partnership, Results, Balance, and Discipline. This distinction has been awarded to Nikole Kaihani. Nikole is Advocate Capital’s Associate Director of Quality Assurance. She always has a positive...
Law Firm Taxes Webinar with Rob Wood Recording Available Now
Watch the recording of the webinar below. Click here to download the PowerPoint slides used in the webinar. Click here to download the links to the articles referenced by Rob in the webinar.
In this webinar recording, we invite you to listen to Advocate Capital CEO and Chairman Paul Myers as he speaks with renowned tax attorney Rob Wo...
Jessica Ramirez Recounts Her Journey Into Politics
Jessica Ramirez, an attorney with D'Arcy Johnson Day, was elected to the New Jersey General Assembly in 2024. Speaking with Advocate Capital's President and Director of Associate & Client Experience, Donna Jones, Jessica recounts her journey into politics in addition to the experience and perspective she has gained along the way.
To contact Jessica vi...
