Tips for building influence as a small law firm Lawyers often cite name recognition and influence as of the best aspects of working in Big Law. While becoming a small law firm founder might require time to create a reputation, there are steps you can take toward building influence. Begin with mindset and your why [...]
How to improve your law firm by seeking mentors and advisors Seeking out diverse perspectives can help inform business and client service decisions. Small law firms and independent lawyers often don't have the luxury of hiring to fill this need, so where can you find people who can offer business insight that will improve your [...]
The key to small law firm success: finding support as an independent lawyer Small law firms grow and thrive because of referrals, but your network goes much deeper than that. Finding support as an independent lawyer means the people in your life believe in both your professional goals and personal values. Going solo without isolating [...]
Do you have these law firm essentials in place? Independent lawyers at the helm of small firms need these law firm essentials more than ever. Running a successful law business means working smarter, and these elements help you do just that: Knowledge and experience We often gloss over this piece as a given. Law school [...]
Expanding impact with these key lawyer leadership skills These lawyer leadership skills will help you create a positive firm culture and create more impact in the community as you attract new business. Most lawyers already have a knack for decoding information and guiding clients through sometimes nebulous cases. However, lawyers who operate independent law firms [...]
Expanding your network using LinkedIn for lawyers Thinking about social media marketing makes a lot of us cringe, but choosing targeted strategies can help ease your marketing burden. In addition, the right social channels will help you expand your referral network, which is why we recommend LinkedIn for lawyers. Benefits of LinkedIn for lawyers More [...]
Women in law have made an impact on law firm culture The landscape of law has shifted, and women in law continue to help shape what it means to practice law outside of the traditional mold. Since the pandemic, many news outlets have focused on quiet quitting and mass resignations in all fields, and big [...]
Becoming a flexible lawyer allows you to serve clients and have work-life balance Did you leave big law in search of a break from stress and more autonomy in your work? If so, you are not alone, and you are part of a growing cohort who know that becoming a flexible lawyer means regaining control [...]
These legal industry trends will shape how we practice law for years to come Following legal industry trends can help you stay informed about what matters to clients and potential clients. While you don't need to adopt every new trend, you may want to consider how each one will impact your small law firm or [...]
