Focus on these traits clients seek when hiring an independent lawyer When it comes to legal matters, many individuals and businesses are turning away from large corporate law firms and opting for an independent lawyer or small law firm. These smaller firms offer a unique blend of personalized service, cost-effectiveness and invaluable expertise. Here are [...]
Leadership skills independent lawyers need to fuel small law firms Independent lawyers wear a variety of hats as they launch and grow their small law firms. Here are the leadership skills independent lawyers need to succeed in solo practice: Emotional intelligence Listing emotional intelligence as one of our five is a bit of a cheat, [...]
Opting to scale down your law practice is about focusing your energy To scale down your law practice doesn’t mean giving up. It means taking back your time and energy, which allows you to focus on efforts that boost business and your own peace of mind. In business, we often hear the question "but will [...]
Let big law bad habits be a thing of the past as you launch your small law firm For lawyers who have recently left large law firms, shaking those big law bad habits can present a challenge. Here are some tips for finding better balance in your independent law career. Big law bad habit #1: [...]
Independent lawyers need vacations to support stamina and longevity in their business Lawyers have never had a reputation for knowing when and how to clock out, but independent lawyers need vacations and other breaks in order for their law businesses to succeed. Why hustle mentality doesn't work A lot of advice to both lawyers and [...]
Use these key performance indicators for small law firm success As an independent lawyer trying to serve clients and run a business simultaneously, you might feel easily swept along by the current. Before you lose control completely, try implementing key performance indicators for small law firm success...and sanity. What are KPIs? Key performance indicators (KPIs) [...]
A successful small law firm begins with some smart strategy For independent lawyers, leaving big law means leaving behind expectations of long hours and lawyer burnout. However, like all business owners, lawyers who want to create a successful small law firm can too easily fall into old patterns of overworking. The solution? Working smarter – [...]
Why you might have a sunnier outlook as an independent lawyer News headlines can lean toward doom and gloom, but recent reports show optimism among small law firms. For the independent lawyer, the news looks especially promising. The State of U.S. Small Law Firms report showed that: "...an overwhelming 87% of lawyers across small firms [...]
Go big or go small? The benefits of independent law practice Both new and seasoned lawyers wonder if alternatives to big law will pay off in terms of income and personal satisfaction. The benefits of independent law practice might sway you to launch your own law firm after all. These benefits include: Flexible hours As [...]
