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iLaw named accredited provider status for CLE by the New York State CLE board

Lisa Waterman, iLaw

Garden City, NY iLaw, Inc., a discreet professional consulting consortium for attorneys who seek information, advice, referrals, and collegiality, has been certified by the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board as an accredited provider of continuing legal education in the state of New York.

With experience in the legal profession, iLaw, Inc. sponsors a series of law firm managing partners and attorney roundtables which focus on a variety of topics that can affect law firms including: increasing profitability; implementing effective billing and collection procedures; designing the right compensation plans; succession planning; financial reporting and controls; the valuation of businesses and professional practices; fraud prevention; forensics; M&A and other practice issues and concerns.  These programs are held on a quarterly basis in New York City and on Long Island, with meeting attendees usually attaining 2 CLE credits. There are no fees for these seminars, which are open only to practicing attorneys, law firm managing partners or their representatives. The next series of CLE Roundtable programs are scheduled for September 2019.

“We are extremely proud to have earned this certification,” said founder Lisa Waterman. “It further illustrates our knowledge and commitment to the legal community and enhances our proud tradition of service.” 

iLaw, Inc. also hosts the iLaw listserv, a community of legal professionals who value the support and insights of other like-minded experts. The listserv boasts successful attorneys who represent the full range of the legal profession in their respective disciplines. With over 2,100 current members worldwide, the membership benefits by having a direct and immediate connection to the best and brightest practitioners.

iLaw is committed to offering informed and unbiased advice, potential collaborations and helpful referrals. This direct approach benefits the membership, as well as the clients they serve and the practices they represent. 

iLaw’s office is located at 990 Stewart Ave., Suite 510.

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