Small Law Firm

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The Private Equity Buzz: Will the MSO Trend Actually Gain Traction?

As private equity targets more law firms, Roy S. Ginsburg breaks down what the latest buzz means for small law firm owners.

Roy S. Ginsburg - August 4, 2026
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A Bit Terrified of AI? Safe, Simple and Productive AI Projects for Small Firm Lawyers

Feeling a bit terrified of using AI in your firm? Jim Calloway has two easy AI project ideas for small firm lawyers that will help speed non-billable tasks, without compromising your ethics.

Jim Calloway - August 3, 2026
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IOLTA 101: Tips for Solo and Small Firm Lawyers

IOLTA accounting best practices and compliance tips for solo and small firm lawyers to avoid commingling errors and streamline trust reconciliations.

Paul Garibian - July 10, 2026
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How Much Does It Cost To Start A Law Firm: A Guide for New Solo Practitioners

Wondering how much it costs to start a law firm? Discover the real-world expenses for launching a lean solo practice.

The Editors - June 9, 2026
Five Tips for Starting Your Own Law Firm
Five Tips for Starting Your Own Law Firm

Thinking about hanging up your shingle? Building a successful solo or small law practice requires an entrepreneurial mindset. Here are five practical tips for keeping your overhead lean, finding a profitable niche, and avoiding costly startup ...

Jeff Kerr - May 27, 2026
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Book Review: How to Hug a Porcupine

Book Review | "How to Hug a Porcupine" is full of practical tips for dealing with prickly people.

Susan Cohodes - May 20, 2026
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Three Keys to a Healthy Referral Network for Your Law Firm

Karen and David Skinner's checklist building a healthy law referral network that falls within your law practice's "power zone."

David and Karen Skinner - May 20, 2026
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Show Me the Incentives: Why Law Firm AI Adoption Is Moving Slowly

Jay Harrington | Charlie Munger once said, “Show me the incentive and I’ll show you the outcome.” Perhaps this explains why AI has not yet transformed the delivery of legal services, despite the huge amounts of money, attention and technology ...

Jay Harrington - May 14, 2026
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Annual Legal Fee Increases: 5 Ways to Make It Easier

Process Improvement Tips | Essential steps to ensure your annual legal fee increases are thoughtful, fair and easy to implement.

David and Karen Skinner - May 7, 2026
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Lawyers Aren’t Losing Their Jobs to AI, They’re Losing Their Tasks

Much of the conversation about AI and law begins and ends with tasks, says Jay Harrington. But the tasks are not the job. Here's what AI is really changing.

Jay Harrington - April 13, 2026
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