Managing a Law Firm

If you ever worked in a large law firm (think BigLaw), it probably looked like balance would be much easier to achieve outside that institution. What a shock, then, to find out that work-life balance as a solo attorney is no easier to find, even ...

Bull Garlington | The most important soft skill of them all.

A legal pad makes an excellent coaster — and, yes, you’re using one to level your desk right now. Can it help run your firm? Sam Walton turned a five-and-dime into the Walmart empire using little more than business savvy and a legal pad. His ...

Camille Stell | Tips for tidying up your practice and conducting a comprehensive financial review.

Without written processes, even a routine task can take longer than it should. But the biggest downside? You won’t be able to delegate work quickly and effectively.

Molly McGrath | Control your thoughts and you control your destiny. A law firm leader’s role is to find and develop top talent. This mindset shift helps you see people more clearly and make better decisions.

You can’t burn the candle at both ends. It’s unsustainable. To be a better lawyer — and prevent lawyer burnout — start your day with a sprint. The early days of my legal career at a big firm involved lots of late nights at the ...

How much does it cost to start a law firm? We asked a few experts. Starting a New Solo Law Firm? In case you hadn’t noticed, a lot of those new lawyers who can’t find jobs are hanging out a solo shingle. Add to that those lawyers with experience ...

Staying profitable as your practice expands isn’t a given. It requires investing in systems and technology that will scale to support your growth, such as case management software, which is essential for improving operational efficiency, ...

Jay Harrington | One great way to add value for business clients is having a Q4 “off the clock” meeting to discuss the coming year.