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 [...]
Independent lawyers can thrive in a co-working space If you’re a lawyer looking to make the break from a big law firm and start your own practice, one of the biggest obstacles you’ll face is finding an office that fits your needs and your budget. A home office may work for a while, but when [...]
Technology allows lawyers to be nimble Prior to the Internet era, a new lawyer had to put considerable thought into the office arrangements that he or she chose. After all, most clients would come to the lawyer's office for a consultation or to discuss the details of a case, and the state of an attorney's [...]
Managing a successful independent law practice Many lawyers have been successful in choosing to start and run an independent law firm. However, the word "independent" is somehwat misleading: You can't do it all on your own. Fortunately, there are many resources available to make independent law practice management simpler: 1. Don't dismiss social media. Odds are, your future clients [...]
