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.
Jay Harrington | More law firms are starting to see flex talent for what it is: not just a relief valve, but a strategic tool for growth. Here's how small and boutique firms are using it.
Jay Harrington - February 4, 2026
Delays in your invoicing process can have a big impact on your cash flow. Here are five tips from law firm process pros Karen and David Skinner to help you fix invoicing problems.
David and Karen Skinner - January 27, 2026
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
Law firms are stepping up efforts to improve lateral performance and retention. Steve Nelson points to a few key strategies that are making a difference.
Steve Nelson - January 19, 2026
Don Blackwell makes the case for moving beyond mere "civility" and committing to compassionate professionalism among colleagues, clients and opponents.
Donald Blackwell - January 15, 2026
Brooke Lively: I was wrong about how private equity would enter the legal space, but not about what is coming next. Legal industry consolidation is here.
Brooke Lively - January 13, 2026
The 2026 Report on the State of the US Legal Market reads like a seismograph. Demand and profits are elevated, but underlying forces are unstable. Here are five highlights and practical steps.
Joan Feldman - January 9, 2026
Analog Attorney: Handwritten notes and fine stationery are valuable tools for piercing through the white noise of constant electronic communication. Bull Garlington has quick tips for dashing off a manual memo.
Bull Garlington - January 6, 2026
Catch up on Attorney at Work readers’ favorite AI and tech tips, marketing ideas and law firm management articles of the year.
Joan Feldman - December 30, 2025
Camille Stell | Tips for organizing your practice's finances and conducting a comprehensive year-end review.
Camille Stell - December 26, 2025
Sign up for our free newsletter.
