LAW OFFICE MANAGEMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (“LOMAP”)

In today’s tight legal economy, lawyers are looking for ways to improve efficiency and profitability — from solo practitioners to large private firms and public offices trying to stay within prescribed budgets and handle increasing caseloads.

In 1992, the State Bar of Arizona recognized these and other management challenges, such as those faced by attorneys in establishing or changing their practices, and established the Law Office Management Assistance Program, frequently called LOMAP.

Through this program, State Bar members can obtain low-cost assistance to evaluate current office procedures for efficiency or to establish new ones.

LOMAP offers a wide range of services depending upon individual needs, including general office maintenance reviews; consulting on practice management specific problems, providing reference materials for setting up a new office; and referral to consultants or vendors suitable to the attorney’s environment and financial resources. LOMAP may also be offered as a diversion to disciplinary proceedings under certain circumstances. (9.94)

Areas frequently requested for review include:

• Trust accounting
• General accounting systems and procedures
• Client relations and marketing
• Computer hardware and software
• Conflict checking systems
• Calendaring and docketing systems
• Personnel policies and procedures
• Personnel hiring and training guidance
• Office equipment selection

An initial 30-minute consultation is available by telephone or in-person at the Arizona Bar Center for no charge.  More extensive assessments are provided for a flat fee and include a written report with recommendations. Limited assessments and consultations are provided at an hourly rate. Payment plans are available upon request. Services may also be charged to VISA, MasterCard or American Express.

For more information or to receive a set-up packet, call 602-340-7313. Voice messaging is available 24 hours per day. ALL calls and messages from voluntary participants are handled IN CONFIDENCE by LOMAP.