On June 16, 2026, I had the opportunity to speak at the East Central Illinois Women Attorney Association Lunch Meeting about what I learned at the 2026 Lawyers on the Beach Retreat in Cancun, Mexico. Despite the name, being a “lawyer on the beach” is not necessarily about answering emails beside the ocean. It is a state of mind. It …
Technology is now a central part of running a modern law practice, especially for attorneys serving rural communities. While many lawyers still think of legal work as paper files and in-person meetings, the reality is that software platforms, cloud systems, and digital tools play an increasingly important role in delivering efficient legal services. Even attorneys who embrace technology sometimes feel …