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.
Even the most motivated clients find it hard to switch law firms. In fact, the biggest obstacle to new business is inertia. Sally Schmidt suggests a few ways to get your prospects off the dime.
Sally J. Schmidt - May 17, 2026
Transitioning to a solo law practice requires shifting your mindset from lawyer to business owner. Learn how to launch successfully with tips on real estate flexibility, modern technology stacks, and compliant legal billing.
Camille Stell - May 15, 2026
Jay Harrington | Charlie Munger once said, “Show me the incentive and I’ll show you the outcome.” Perhaps this explains why AI has not yet transformed the delivery of legal services, despite the huge amounts of money, attention and technology ...
Jay Harrington - May 14, 2026
Navigating the legal system in a second language terrifies people, says Oklahoma attorney Jimmy Lai. A shared language sets your law firm apart. Here are his tips for attracting and keeping immigrant clients.
Jimmy Lai - May 13, 2026
A legal pad makes an excellent coaster — and, yes, you’re using one to level your desk right now. Can it help run your firm? Sam Walton turned a five-and-dime into the Walmart empire using little more than business savvy and a legal pad. His ...
Bull Garlington - May 12, 2026
Wendy Merrill | For firms committed to securing a sustainable future, it falls to their managing partners to set a tone of transparency.
Wendy Merrill - May 10, 2026
Sally Schmidt | A lot of baby boomer lawyers have plans to retire. What happens to their clients?
Sally J. Schmidt - May 10, 2026
Learn how to quickly generate a redline comparison using Microsoft Word's built-in Compare tool to catch untracked changes from clients or opposing counsel.
Danielle DavisRoe - May 9, 2026
Partners who prepare themselves psychologically are not just reacting during deal negotiations, they are shaping them. Frederick Shelton and Ayven Dodd have six strategies for negotiating the best possible legal MSO agreement for your firm.
Frederick Shelton and Ayven Dodd - May 7, 2026
Process Improvement Tips | Essential steps to ensure your annual legal fee increases are thoughtful, fair and easy to implement.
David and Karen Skinner - May 7, 2026