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.
Doug Walker | A guide to using Profit First in your law firm to create stability, reduce stress and build a business that pays you first.
Doug Walker - June 17, 2025
Process Improvement Tips | The 5-Minute Matter Review is a simple way to bring visibility, control and accountability to your work.
David and Karen Skinner - June 9, 2025
Book Review | Steve Fretzin’s latest book, "Be THAT Lawyer," offers a treasure trove of advice for would-be and rising rainmakers.
Jared Correia - June 4, 2025
Wayne Hassay | If reform is to be meaningful, it must begin with historical honesty—and resist both the elitism of the past and the lure of unchecked commercialism.
Wayne Hassay - May 30, 2025
Jared Correia | Before entering into another loosely defined relationship, consider adding the following clauses to your fee agreements.
Jared Correia - May 27, 2025
Jamie Spannhake | Your legal mind is your most valuable asset. Use these tools to keep it sharp, steady and calm.
Jamie Spannhake - May 23, 2025
David Hunter | Here's what you need to know about taxes and money management if you want to be a successful freelance lawyer.
David Hunter - May 21, 2025
Bull Garlington | These memory hacks will carry you through some of the most critical recall challenges.
Bull Garlington - May 20, 2025
Camille Stell | Compensation is one of the most powerful levers a firm has to shape behavior, reward success and signal its values.
Camille Stell - May 19, 2025
Karen & David Skinner | LPM is a powerful tool for any attorney who wants to implement flat fees, increase efficiency, deliver a better client experience and improve profitability.
David and Karen Skinner - May 14, 2025