Starting your own law firm is an achievable dream While the big law firms can become grueling treadmills for young and aspiring lawyers, only a select lucky few will rise to the top to become wealthy equity partners. More lawyers are starting to practice independent law and achieving more satisfaction in their work. There are a [...]
Independent practice offers lawyers flexibility and control Big law firms, where associates and partners are commonly required to bill in excess of 2,000 hours a year, are notorious for their failure to accommodate attorneys' personal needs. Big Law attorneys wear their workaholic tendencies as a badge of honor at many of the top law firms, [...]
The benefits of building an independent law practice among peers Establishing an independent law practice is a readily accessible option now for new and experienced lawyers alike. With co-working law office space, an independent lawyer or small firm can find the resources and support needed to establish a successful law practice without massive overhead costs. [...]
Make the most of available resources to grow your law business Each year, a fresh crop of newly sworn attorneys hit the market, discover they are competing with thousands more like themselves and opt to start their own firms. Many mid-career lawyers also choose to leave big law to try their hands at independent law [...]
Independent lawyers can benefit from social media The use of technology and social media can play an even bigger role for independent lawyers than in larger firms. According to the American Bar Association, 73 percent of individual lawyers use LinkedIn as a social media platform, with 25 percent of survey respondents claiming to recruit clients [...]
Co-working creates opportunities for independent lawyers When we opened our doors several years ago, we saw an increasing need for alternative work space for lawyers. As the legal industry continues to shift away from traditional models, more lawyers are finding it easier, and more attractive, to launch independent law practices. Technology has made it easier [...]
Building business as an independent lawyer Whether you're fresh out of law school, or you've decided to leave a big law firm and open your own practice, you're probably excited to start this new opportunity. One of the biggest and most important pieces of the puzzle that will help you be successful as a sole [...]
Start your law career on the right foot New law school graduates often face obstacles when starting their law careers, whether they join big firms or launch an independent practice. A good first impression starts with you and spreads to your clients and peers. Work for it. Instead of waiting for everyone else to do the [...]
Independent practitioners must make marketing a priority There are a number of benefits to operating as a solo practitioner as opposed to taking the traditional route of working in a major law firm. For one thing, you will be able to "get your hands dirty" earlier than you otherwise would. You will never have to work [...]
