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 [...]
How to minimize your firm's risk Big firms have adequate resources to combat hacks from cyber criminals, but solo and small law firms don't have the same workforce. Therefore, these law firms are more vulnerable to hackers. However, independent law firms can protect themselves from cyber attacks by following these steps: Purchase or download the latest [...]
Independent, but not alone An experienced lawyer at a large firm is accustomed to the benefits of a well-equipped office and professional network, and too many lawyers believe that becoming independent is a hassle. Although they feel cramped and uninspired with the restrictive structure of a large firm, they often let fear prevent them from [...]
The many benefits of working as an independent lawyer Talented law school graduates often succumb to the siren song of salary and prestige at big law firms. A large number of young lawyers then either quickly burn out due to the demands of billable hours, or they become so entrenched in that life that they [...]
