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.
Camille Stell | Succession planning is a loaded topic—part legacy, part logistics, and often wrapped in fear. But it doesn’t have to be.
Camille Stell - August 1, 2025
Charity Anastasio | What should you do if ICE comes to your law office asking for information about your client? A quick guide for lawyers.
Charity Anastasio - July 31, 2025
Most young lawyers aren’t prepared to supervise coworkers. Here's advice on leading teams and gaining their respect, from Littler partner Fermin Llaguno and Toyota Managing Counsel Mey Ly Ortiz.
Meyling Ly and Fermin Llaguno - July 31, 2025
Gene Commander | Embracing a talent-first growth strategy will give your firm an advantage in a rapidly changing legal industry. The key is creating a culture that attracts talented, nimble people and gives them a good reason to build their ...
Gene Commander - July 29, 2025
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
Process Improvement Tips | There is a tool that can give you the confidence to assign work, know it’s getting done, and actually walk away from your firm.
David and Karen Skinner - July 21, 2025
Sasha Berson | If you’re not making acquisitions part of your growth plan in 2025, you're going to get left behind.
Sasha Berson - July 16, 2025
Bull Garlington | Cable chaos ruining your office space? Common issues from tangled cords to pet damage, plus proven ways to fix them.
Bull Garlington - July 15, 2025
One way to increase your efficiency is to learn a few handy Microsoft Word keyboard shortcuts. So you can format as your fingers fly. One sure way to save time in Microsoft Word is to keep your hands off the mouse as much as possible. To do ...
Deborah Savadra - July 11, 2025
A recent survey by iLawyer Marketing sought to identify key decision-making factors for consumers when hiring a personal injury attorney.
Sharon Feldman - July 10, 2025