Small Law Firm

A lawyer standing in the glow of a massive AI light, representing law firm AI adoption.
Show Me the Incentives: Why Law Firm AI Adoption Is Moving Slowly

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
lawyer contemplates the impact of AI in law practice on traditional legal tasks.
Lawyers Aren’t Losing Their Jobs to AI, They’re Losing Their Tasks

Much of the conversation about AI and law begins and ends with tasks, says Jay Harrington. But the tasks are not the job. Here's what AI is really changing.

Jay Harrington - April 13, 2026
Connections book cover: an actionable business development guide for solo and small firm lawyers.
Book Review: Actionable Guidance on Business Development for Solo and Small Firm Lawyers

Book Review | Looking for an actionable business development guide? "Connections" provides the roadmap solo and small firm lawyers need.

Gene Commander - April 1, 2026
A person holding a tablet displaying a law firm emergency plan next to a laptop and charts.
Every Lawyer Needs a ‘Red Folder’: 5 Things That Keep Your Firm Alive Without You

Tom Lenfestey | What happens to your firm if you can’t show up on Monday? Your emergency plan should include these five things to keep your practice from imploding in your absence. I call it the red folder.

Tom Lenfestey - March 25, 2026
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Managed Services for Law Firms: What Is an MSP and Why Is It Essential for Small Law Firms?

Ted Glutz | MSPs can provide small firms with technology strategies and solutions usually reserved for large firms with in-house IT teams.

Ted Glutz - March 24, 2026
law firm time entry process
5 Tips to Make Time Entry Less Painful for Lawyers

Streamline your time-entry process and you will stop losing money. Karen and David Skinner have five tips to help you fix it now.

David and Karen Skinner - March 12, 2026
Analyzing financial charts, representing the complexity of selling a small law firm.
Law Firm Marketplace Realities: Why Finding a Buyer Is Harder Than You Think

The marketplace for buying and selling law firms is immature and difficult to navigate. Indeed, says Roy Ginsburg, it’s pretty darn fickle. Here’s why, based on his experience of more than a decade brokering law firms nationwide.

Roy S. Ginsburg - March 11, 2026
Checklist for lawyer business development, a key part of an attorney's plan.
How to Build a Weekly To-Do List for Business Development

Jay Harrington | By breaking your annual BD goals into actionable, bite-sized tasks, you can stay focused, build momentum, and have those small “wins” that keep you motivated.

Jay Harrington - March 6, 2026
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Why Small Law Firms Need Flex Talent

Jay Harrington | More law firms are starting to see flex talent for what it is: not just a relief valve, but a strategic tool for growth. Here's how small and boutique firms are using it.

Jay Harrington - February 4, 2026
law firm annual planning with keyboard and calendar diary
How to Create a Law Firm Annual Plan that Doesn’t Die in a Drawer

Karen and David Skinner's reality-proofed, six-step approach to annual law firm planning. The key to success: Make goals simple, achievable — and visible.

David and Karen Skinner - November 11, 2025
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