Managing a Law Firm

Managing a Law Firm


There is a timeless truth in our profession that every attorney eventually confronts: being a brilliant legal tactician does not automatically make you a successful business owner. Running a modern law firm requires an entirely separate skillset—one that balances financial precision, operational scaling, and team culture.

If you are ready to stop firefighting administrative tasks and start building a highly profitable, scalable enterprise on your own terms, explore our complete, interactive master handbook: Managing a Law Firm: The Modern Partner’s Blueprint.

For targeted strategies, quick operational toolkits, and curated expert columns, browse our deep-dive archives directly below.


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Running a Client Team

Sally Schmidt: Much has been written and said about the value of forming client teams, but not all lawyers understand what that actually means.

Sally J. Schmidt - June 30, 2026
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Opening a New Practice in 2027? Your Six-Month Law Firm Startup Checklist

Katie Barnard | Launching a new practice in 2027? Use this month-by-month law firm startup checklist to secure your brand identity, protect your digital assets, and build a solid marketing runway before opening day.

Katherine Hollar Barnard - June 29, 2026
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Did You Know Being a Terrible Guitar Player Could Make You a Better Lawyer?

Your brain doesn’t care if you are any good at your creative hobbies. Karen Skinner explains why being terrible may actually make you a better lawyer.

Karen Skinner - June 22, 2026
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My Unrequited Love for the ReMarkable Paper Pro Move

Analog Attorney | The new Remarkable Paper Pro Move isn’t just a device—it's a lifestyle upgrade, a productivity revolution, a pocket-sized portal to a paperless paradise.

Bull Garlington - June 15, 2026
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Books Every Lawyer Must Read Before Opening a Law Firm

Thinking about hanging your own shingle? Ruth Carter shares her top four must-read books for launching a modern law firm, plus 20 more recommendations from lawyers around the web.

Ruth Carter - June 12, 2026
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How to Avoid Annoying In-House Counsel With Your Tech

Your corporate clients expect modern software, but fragmented systems and interface fatigue can strain relationships. Here is how to select and manage law firm client collaboration tools that complement your client's existing workflow.

Rachel Bailey - June 12, 2026
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Law Firm Billing Leakage: You Are Giving Money Away Before the Invoice Goes Out

Amy Coats | I’ve seen firms where the gap between hours logged and hours billed was as high as 20%. They had no idea the billing leakage existed because nobody was measuring it.

Amy Coats - June 11, 2026
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The Case for Law Practice Management Software

Product Spotlight | Cloud-based law practice management software is no longer a luxury—it is the baseline for modern firm efficiency. Discover how unifying your workflows protects your practice and deflates administrative fatigue.

Nicole Black - June 10, 2026
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Law Firm Employee Retention: What a Fully Remote Agency Can Teach You About Keeping Good People

How do you keep good people when everyone works from home?” Casey Meraz tells what worked (and what did not) for his fully remote company, a new INC Best Workplace designee.

Casey Meraz - June 10, 2026
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Talent-Driven Law Firm Mergers: A Smart Growth Strategy for Firms of All Sizes

Gene Commander | Mergers allow future-focused midmarket and smaller law firms to assemble a dynamic mix of highly skilled talent.

Gene Commander - June 10, 2026
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