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.
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For targeted strategies, quick operational toolkits, and curated expert columns, browse our deep-dive archives directly below.
Jay Harrington | A goal without action is merely a dream. Use these simple tools to set a big ambitious goal, then sell yourself an hour each day to work toward achieving it.
Jay Harrington - July 8, 2026
Amy Coats | In family law and immigration law, cases that stay within their original scope are the exception. But knowing this and pricing for it are two different things.
Amy Coats - July 1, 2026
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
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
Camille Stell | Tips for organizing your practice's finances and conducting a comprehensive year-end review.
Camille Stell - June 26, 2026
Work life balance as a lawyer: Why Lawyers Really Struggle. Highlights Link Christin recently posted a fine article titled “Shoot for a Realistic Work-Life Balance.” While he does a nice job presenting practical steps you can take ...
Dustin Cole - June 25, 2026
A recent study found that, on average, a mere quarter of an attorney’s working hours are spent on billable tasks — and the percentage is even lower for solo practitioners. Technology can address this problem. However, let’s face it: There are ...
Nehal Madhani - June 25, 2026
Burnout isn't a moral failing. Jared Correia explains how to use legal tech to build unbreakable boundaries.
Jared Correia - June 24, 2026
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
Jay Harrington | If you try to do everything yourself, you’ll limit your potential. Here are three fundamental steps to achieving scale.
Jay Harrington - June 21, 2026