Category Archives: work
USCIS Reminds all Employers to Use the Revised Form I-9
WASHINGTON, April 3, 2009 — U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a reminder that the revised Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification (Rev. 02/02/09), goes into effect today for all U.S. employers. The revision date is printed on the lower right-hand … Continue reading
Personality Changes in Pre-Law
Most of my Lawyer friends, Professors, Paralegals, Legal Secretaries, and General Managers all say the same thing: When one becomes a lawyer, one’s personality usually goes through severe changes. People just become “cases,” creativity goes out the window, and patience … Continue reading
A journal page (regarding a recent interview)…
I walked in about 10-15 minutes early. The receptionist did not greet me. Instead, she was on her mobile phone laughing up a storm. I waited. It gave me time to notice that the reception area was dirty. The receptionist finally … Continue reading
Did You Know…
that over 60% (closer to 70%) of companies and corporations monitor their employees? Using key-stroke programs are commonplace in the corporate world. VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) that your company sets up on your pc, mac, or laptop utilizes your company’s network from “off-site” … Continue reading
“If you are Happy and you know it…
clap your hands”<clap-clap> “If you’re happy and you know it and you really want to show it, if you’re happy and you know it clap your hands.” <clap-clap> If you are happy with your Immigration Attorney, please let us know … Continue reading
Immigration Issues from Mexico
Spoke with a few of the locals (the men who work for the hotel, really) and I found some news, though not unusual, but disturbing. They say that some US Lawyers are demanding thousands of dollars from their relatives for … Continue reading
The Country’s Economic State is Affecting Law Firms
Law firms are closing for the first time in about 55 years. The reasons are easy: existing clients cannot pay their legal bills and potential new clients cannot afford lawyers. Yes folks, the recession has arrived for U.S. law firms … Continue reading
“Share Our Strength” – UPDATE!
On March 18, I will be attending the Share our Strength Conference. There, we will have a review and orientation that will outline my volunteer services. I am sure that I will shadow a “master class.” If I can show … Continue reading
Have a great lawyer?
If so, please post their contact info in “comments” and we’ll tell them you referred us. If not, then let ”H. Luiz Presents…” know in “comments” and I’ll connect you to some pretty good lawyers. NOTE: look out for my review on one … Continue reading
I Constantly See New Faces at my Lawyer’s Firm!
Employee turnover is a symptom – not a problem. No company has a turnover problem. Turnover (like absenteeism or conflict) is the result of deeper issues that have not yet been resolved. Maybe it is low morale, employer ego issues, … Continue reading
CAN I FIRE MY LAWYER?
Yes. You have the right, authority, and power to fire your lawyer. As mentioned before on this site, a client’s problem with a lawyer is usually a problem of communication. Inform your attorney if you are at all displeased with him or her. … Continue reading
A New Meaning for President’s Day!
Today, we should honor and do pay tribute to George, Abe, Teddy, and Jack (Bill too) and a couple of more president’s from our young, history’s past (although the day is earmarked for Washington & Lincoln only.) But let’s be honest: President’s … Continue reading
Why don’t we discuss salaries?
Discussing salaries with your colleagues is a definite “NO-NO” - or so your boss tells you. I have seen this “instilled” practice benefit the bottom line of so many businesses and you would be amazed at how much the boss thinks your worth. As a leader, supervising … Continue reading
Did you know…
that the number one reason why attorneys lose their clients is NOT because of their fees but because of their lack of communication? I’ve said it before (now where did I say that?) but a client who feels attended-to and respected (regardless of their … Continue reading
Don’t Nag Us to Pay Legal Bills Early!!
Please don’t nag us to pay your December 10th invoices by year end. It’s just not our problem that you woke up the day before Christmas Eve and realized your partnership points / bonus payment / bragging rights would … Continue reading
A NEW DAY!!
Most of you had heard me talk about it, but it’s finally here – my very own website!!! Although I am due to launch in March 09, I am having a soft-launch to iron out any technical kinks that are … Continue reading