Each month, RumbergerKirk’s associates come together to hear from partners on a wide variety of topics as part of their overall professional development. Earlier this week, partner Carie Hall talked offered guidance on writing case evaluations. Some key takeaways:

• A case is always better when everyone is communicating about it.
• Any person should be able to pick up the report and know exactly what has happened and where the case is currently at in the process.
• These reports are all about communicating with the client, so don’t be afraid to let them know any issues that may occur.
• The client should be able to rely on the reports being accurate and reliable.
• Be adaptable to the client’s needs and keep in mind that how one client likes to view the information may not be how another client does.
• These reports are just as much for the attorney as they are for the client. It is a great time to review your case as a whole and decide what needs to be done.

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