The Free Lawyer Reclaim the 30%, 8 Productivity Tools Every Lawyer Should Know #367
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Nov 10, 2025 Discover how to reclaim 30% of your lost time with eight essential productivity tools tailored for legal professionals. Uncover the value of a personal time audit to highlight inefficiencies and optimize billable hours. Learn the power of strategic time blocking to enhance focus and productivity. Explore the importance of setting clear boundaries and strategic communication to reduce interruptions. Finally, prioritize mental and physical health to sustain your performance and redefine your approach to work.
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Car Moment That Changed Everything
- Gary Miles sat in his car too exhausted to start the engine after a grueling day and realized his work was consuming his life.
- That moment prompted him to change how he practiced law and later coach other attorneys to reclaim time.
Overwhelm Is A Structural Problem
- Overwhelm isn't solved by working harder or basic time management alone.
- The lawyers who break free change how they structure attention, priorities, and boundaries.
Track Your Day In 15-Minute Blocks
- Do a personal time audit by tracking everything in 15-minute increments for one to two weeks.
- Use the audit to find the 20–30% of time wasted and identify unbilled time you can capture.
