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 | It takes more than flashlights and laptops to prepare your firm for emergencies. Here are 5 things to consider — including a disaster checklist.
Camille Stell - June 11, 2021
The traditional law firm growth model isn’t the only way to expand capacity. Here are steps for hiring a freelance lawyer.
Dan Lear - June 8, 2021
Nothing But the Ruth! | A recent accident made me review whether I’ve taken enough precautionary measures in case something like this happens again, but worse.
Ruth Carter - June 8, 2021
Lori Mihalich-Levin | I've discovered that during any major life transition, focusing on these strategies can provide structure to the unknown and reduce anxiety.
Lori Mihalich-Levin - June 2, 2021
Using legal data for business development and intelligence is no longer something reserved for BigLaw.
Josh Blandi - May 14, 2021
Amy Collins | Your workplace should be an active participant in reinforcing the new ways of working that will define your firm’s future.
Amy Collins - May 12, 2021
Joshua Baron | Building a sustainable law practice that depends solely on referrals requires providing outstanding client service and showing your appreciation for every referral that comes your way.
Joshua Baron - May 5, 2021
Trends at Work | An ABA survey shows that women, working parents, and minority attorneys have suffered disproportionally during the pandemic. Is this the chance to remake the profession?
Susan Kostal - May 4, 2021
Want to up your game? Check out these tips from Sheila Blackford, Brett Burney, Tom Lambotte, Sharon Nelson and John Simek, Juda Strawczynski and Reid Trautz.
Joan Feldman and Joy White - April 30, 2021
Gray Robinson | Awareness of self-sabotaging behavior goes a long way toward helping you avoid it.
Gray Robinson - April 29, 2021