Go big or go small? The benefits of independent law practice Both new and seasoned lawyers wonder if alternatives to big law will pay off in terms of income and personal satisfaction. The benefits of independent law practice might sway you to launch your own law firm after all. These benefits include: Flexible hours As [...]
Finding convergence between lawyer passion and purpose What initially drew you to law practice can get lost in the shuffle in the day-to-day of deadlines and running a business. For independent practitioners, reconnecting with that lawyer passion and purpose can bring new life to your law business. Reflect on your law career history We all [...]
How independent law practice supports lawyer health and well-being Most of the lawyers we know entered the profession to help people, feel a sense of intellectual stimulation and to earn a comfortable living. However, following a traditional law career path can often negatively impact lawyer health and well-being. Independent law, on the other hand, offers [...]
Let's show a little love for lawyers this month February prompts us to express our appreciation and love for those around us, and this month is a great time to show our love for lawyers and our chosen field. Our profession tends to get a bad rap, but lawyers often have unique opportunities for creating [...]
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 [...]
Lawyer balance: Staying focused on health and well-being Independent lawyers, we have a unique opportunity to change the paradigm of law firm culture. As we model what it means to achieve healthy lawyer balance, we can slowly make an impact on the lawyer burnout trend. What is lawyer balance? We can frame it as work-life [...]
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 [...]
These healthy business habits can help you achieve more balance Your probably know by now that I am not going to simply give you a list of business development hacks. For those of us creating and growing a law business, we need a more balanced approach to healthy business habits. Keyword: healthy. Many entrepreneur gurus [...]
How to avoid burning out as an independent lawyer It is challenging to run a successful solo law firm. You don’t have any partners to help you when your case load gets to be too much. You have a choice to turn away business, but most entrepreneurs end up taking on too much workload. That leads [...]
