Business Development

Follow up email examples: Many lawyers get anxious about sending follow up emails to a prospective client. Here are some helpful tips. Key Takeaways When sending a series of follow-up emails to prospects, many lawyers get anxious about how well ...

A lawyer’s marketing efforts should focus on generating a strong referral pipeline—Can Lawyers Pay Referral Fees to Non-Lawyers?

The usual lawyer business development tactics and law firm marketing strategies have changed with the increase of new technologies, but there are basic things you can do to stay in the game. Here are six strategies to consider in changing times ...

A 12-step law firm holiday card planner and a timeline. Open up your calendar and note these deadlines!

Sally Schmidt | Whether you are a cross-seller or a cross-sellee, here are factors to consider when lawyers try to divvy up origination credit.

If you’re on the fence about whether to start your own practice, these tips from Robert Theofanis may inspire you to make the leap.

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

Sally Schmidt | Here's how to build industry expertise and position yourself as an expert in seven steps.

In this classic from “The Coach,” Mike O’Horo: Smart advice on how to introduce yourself and get them talking! Following a recent post about networking, a reader asked, “What’s the best way to introduce yourself at a networking event?” What ...

Sally Schmidt | A common interest won't be the only reason a prospect sends you work. But once you’re on the shortlist, that personal connection can push you to the top.