Regardless of firm size, preventing lawyer burnout should take priority Popular culture and media often portray lawyers and law firms in an atmosphere of long hours, zero work-life balance and high stress. Sadly, this stereotype rings all too true for many lawyers, but preventing lawyer burnout is possible with a culture shift. Lawyer burnout on [...]
Solo attorneys enjoy many benefits of independent law practice Regardless of how long you have practiced law, going solo can offer a great alternative to working for a traditional law firm. The benefits of independent law practice include: Flexibility So many lawyers who have made the decision to start a solo law firm cite flexibility [...]
Taking the next step in your law career: law partner or law founder? Seasoned lawyers eventually need to consider where they ultimately want their career to lead. For many, the question boils down to becoming a law partner or law founder. How do they choose? The partner track Traditionally held up as the only career [...]
Use these law firm business development strategies to get ahead in 2022 What law clients expect continues to change, and these law firm business development strategies can help small law firms stay in the game. 1) Remember that marketing is not selling. Law firms of all sizes need to create a marketing plan, but even [...]
How to prepare for law firm competition from nontraditional firms Law firm competition has always existed, but the modern landscape has altered it in some significant ways. Look beyond that law firm down the street when considering the competition. Alternative Legal Service Providers (ALSPs) These firms offer legal services through nontraditional platforms or delivery methods, [...]
How law firm social media can support your reputation and client service Consider law firm social media a must in the age of remote work and virtual meetings. What once served as a nice-to-have marketing strategy has morphed into a vital communication tool. Building trust Quality content on social media will help establish your brand [...]
Choosing the Right Law Office for for Sustainable Growth As large law firms grapple with the question of bringing attorneys and staff back to the office or adopting hybrid work models, independent lawyers face similar choices. When choosing the right law office setting for you, consider how you want your practice to grow. Home Office [...]
Why a lawyer strengths assessment can help you create a more focused firm Do you know your own strengths? As an independent lawyer, understanding the unique value you provide can help focus your firm strategy, and a lawyer strengths assessment provides a great place to start. Start with What You Like This week, take note [...]
A non-lawyer referral network can help your firm scale Consider all the needs your client might have outside of legal services and then build a professional network to meet those needs. This non-lawyer referral network can help your law firm scale and elevate client service. Considering Client Needs As this Forbes contributor notes: "No matter [...]
