Marketing your law practice is key to building business The law industry is seeing a new era of solo lawyers as compared to the old era of "big law" and, with that shift, we see more independent lawyers looking to master their own marketing. Marketing a solo law practice does not have to be difficult. However, it [...]
Cloud-based tools can help independent lawyers build their business We live in a day and age where an independent lawyer does not need a traditional office or an assistant to run a successful solo law practice. An independent lawyer does, however, need to put his or her head in the cloud. That is, an independent [...]
Creating a positive brand using social media For many aspiring lawyers, social networks mean everything. In starting an independent law practice, social media can be a gateway to building clientele and a strong personal and professional network. Unless the settings are private, anyone can view your social media account activity. Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Google+, Instagram, [...]
Co-working for lawyers is one way to grow a successful solo practice The way professionals work is changing, and modern workplace options allow for the flexibility and stability many new independent law firms need. If you are not yet sure if starting your own law firm is the right choice for you, consider the benefits [...]
Independent practice for new lawyers You have graduated from a law school and passed the state bar exam. Congratulations: You are a lawyer! So, where do you go from here? With so many applicants and competition for positions in law firms, it could be awhile before you land a job. Plus, if you do get [...]
Tried-and-true methods for honing your skills and building a network Law graduates are competing against their classmates, graduates in your state, graduates out-of-state, and experienced lawyers for jobs. As new graduates search for work experience, rely on these tried-and-true strategies for gaining experience. If your goal is to open your own independent law practice, these strategies [...]
LawBank Uptown - Expanded Co-Working for Lawyers Steps from Downtown Denver LawBank is making waves across Denver and throughout the legal field with the addition of a second location at 1888 Sherman St. in Denver's popular Uptown neighborhood. The new 10,000-square-foot space at LawBank Uptown includes the following: 24 offices A 3-office mini suite with [...]
Deciding whether partnership is right for your solo law practice When you're building a law firm, should you have a partner? The answer isn't cut-and-dried for everyone. Allowing someone else on the inside requires understanding the good and bad of the process. Here are some things to consider before entering into a partnership: The pros [...]
No matter how many times you have been told that you can do anything that you want, there are certain careers filled with men. Law is one of them. You have to work hard to succeed as a lawyer if you are a woman but it is possible. Here are some tips for women in [...]
