Lawyers are very fortunate that our profession is so amenable to self-employment. However, the decision to start your own solo practice should not be made without careful consideration. Ultimately, the choice will depend on your individual circumstances and goals, but for guidance, we’ve set out a few pros and cons for you to consider: Pros […]
Three years ago we wrote a blog titled “5 Tips for Business Development & Marketing Ideas for Lawyers in 2020”. This was at the beginning of the pandemic and we were questioning the ability to market and network during a global crisis, which limited our ability for human interaction. Three years later, lawyers have embraced
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While some lawyers only see practicing law as a profession, in reality, law firms are businesses, lawyers are business owners, and businesses need to be profitable. Large law firms have whole departments to assist with keeping law firms profitable (marketing departments, accounting departments, HR, etc.). And, while solo and small firm lawyers may lack these
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Are you looking to update your law firm’s website to attract new clients and improve user experience? Before you dive into a complete overhaul, there may be some simple content adjustments you can make to improve your website and convert more visitors into clients. Whether you have a DIY website or outsourced it to a
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Are you thinking about leaving the traditional practice of law behind to become a freelance lawyer? Not sure where to start? We’ve set out some considerations and important steps to start your freelance journey below: Understand the Difference: Freelance Lawyer vs Traditional Lawyer A freelance lawyer is a lawyer who, instead of working for one
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Your law practice is super busy, which is great, but you are feeling overwhelmed and stressed. You need help with your legal work, but you don’t need full time assistance, so you are considering hiring a freelance lawyer to assist you on an as-needed basis. What do you need to tell your clients? Do you
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Sole practitioners face different challenges than lawyers working at larger firms. Often sole practitioners must bear the responsibility for all aspects of their client files, while also having to deal with the demanding administrative side of a law practice. They may not have the resources to hire a full-time associate or staff to assist. Without
Are you a law firm that wants to financially support Black-owned businesses? Below is a brief list of ways you and your law firm can do so. Do you have more to add? Email us or comment and we will add it to our list. Client and/or Staff Gifts Planners Branding, Marketing, and Business Development
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Have you ever dreamed of a four-day work week? You are not the only one. Several countries have tested a shortened work week with mixed, but mostly positive, results (including Iceland, Spain, Sweden, and Germany). Individual companies have also tried reducing their work week (Microsoft Japan, Kickstarter, Unilever and Shake Shack). And, most recently, the Ontario Liberals proposed a
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Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (previously known as G Suite) are the primary two systems available for lawyers and law firms. While most lawyers are familiar with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace offers a competitive option that should not be overlooked. If you and your firm use Office, below are the top five reasons you should
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