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.
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Thomson Reuters - December 14, 2018
A reliable independent contractor can be an essential teammate when you are swamped or need to rent someone's expertise.
Sam Glover - December 13, 2018
Viewing cases as projects has a number of critical advantages for law firms. Here's how it leads to profitability.
Larry Port - December 11, 2018
Think you’re too busy or too stressed to commit to a volunteer role for a nonprofit or bar group? The key to success lies in learning to adapt.
Mike Arias and Elise Sanguinetti - November 27, 2018
Making a difference in the world starts with making an impact on the people you work with, and the people you lead. Leadership is not a position or a title — it’s a state of mind.
Paul H. Burton - November 26, 2018
With smart planning — and plenty of creative flair — a holiday party can be an enriching experience that bonds you to clients and referral resources in a personal way.
Heather Harrington - November 20, 2018
Get on the path to reducing invoicing inefficiencies and receiving payments faster.
Nicole Black - November 16, 2018
A number of law firms have recently hired a “director of well-being,” a new role charged with cultivating a healthy work environment and general work-life balance.
Link Christin - November 14, 2018
Without delegation, you don’t have a scalable business. To grow, you must figure out how to delegate effectively.
Sam Glover - November 13, 2018
Checklist | What do you need for a more efficient, tech-competent law firm in 2019? “8 Essential Technologies to Increase Your Firm’s Productivity.”
MyCase - November 9, 2018