Law Firm Partners

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Why Legal Demand Is Unpredictable — and How It Affects Business Development for Lawyers

Jay Harrington | Many lawyers pursue work more aggressively when business is slow, but let efforts fade when they get busy. The problem is that legal demand does not arrive on your schedule.

Jay Harrington - June 15, 2026
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Lateral Partners Don’t Fail for Lack of Talent, They Fail for Lack of Trust

James Barclay: Most laterals don’t fail for lack of technical skill. They fail because the firm fails to build trust or awareness around what the new partner, and colleagues won’t introduce them to clients.

James Barclay - January 27, 2026
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The Non-Linear Path to a Fulfilling Legal Career

Jay Harrington | The old model of a one-track legal career is fading. Technology, flexible talent, remote work, and client demand for agility are accelerating this trend.

Jay Harrington - December 15, 2025
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The Art and Science of Goal Setting for Lawyers

Jay Harrington | As goal-setting season approaches, let’s dive in and discuss why setting business development goals is important, how to set them, and how to achieve them.

Jay Harrington - November 13, 2025
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Why Lawyers Struggle With Retirement (It’s Not What You Think)

David Hunter | Yes, lawyers ask about having enough money for retirement. But those questions often mask what they’re really worried about.

David Hunter - October 23, 2025
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Build Your Law Practice One Small Step at a Time

Jay Harrington | Business development isn’t something you do when things quiet down. It’s something you build into your busy life; one small, consistent effort at a time.

Jay Harrington - October 16, 2025
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The Hidden Cost of Complacency: Why Keeping Underperforming Billers Is Killing Your Firm

Brooke Lively | Underperforming billers cost far more than their salary. They create a drag on revenue, waste valuable leadership time and poison your firm's culture.

Brooke Lively - August 14, 2025
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Want to Make Partner Someday? Start Acting Like One Now

Jay Harrington | Practical ways associates can show they’re ready to take the next step to partnership.

Jay Harrington - August 6, 2025
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The Path to Partnership: Embracing the ‘P’ Word Is the Key to Law Firm Growth

Brooke Lively says that with clear, measurable requirements, you can choose new partners wisely and with less fear. Here are three things that make a good partner.

Brooke Lively - July 22, 2025
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The 95:5 Rule for Lawyers: Why Business Development Is a Long Game

Jay Harrington | You're not pushing people down a funnel. Most of the people won’t move until they’re ready. But you can catch them as they fall.

Jay Harrington - July 14, 2025
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