Instead, create a staging area — an easily accessible shelf or drawer where you can store active files and documents and grab them when you need them. (canadianbusiness.com)
This would include clients with active files and opposing counsel. (lawyerist.com)
From that day forward, you can focus on completing the work required in active files, and in advising and / or referring clients who will need to retain new counsel. (practicepro.ca)