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This is a very common question a new lawyer asks. The thought process goes something like this: 1. I want to get the (any) client in the door. 2. Everyone else gives a free initial consultation, I think?. 3. I’m too afraid to charge for a consultation because the potential client won’t come in. 4. […]
My son and I are a frenzied fans of the show ‘Chopped’ on the Food Network. In brief, in every episode four chefs come together in a cooking competition before a panel of judges. In progressive elimination segments the chefs are each given the same basket of four basic ingredients which they must combine to produce […]
In my most recent posts, I have discussed a variety of attorney marketing methods. But given the uncertainties of marketing, one often wishes there was a better way. What if, instead of marketing, we could rely on a free service guaranteed to bring us clients? All you would need to do is sign up, sit back, […]
Last week we talked about how one’s ‘great reputation’ is only half the battle when getting clients. The other half is delivering on the promise of your great reputation. And this is the hardest half. So, let’s continue the story. After having such an unfulfilling relationship with the first builder, I sought out other builders. […]
You may be wondering why I picked this title for my March installment of “The Rezooming Attorney“. It is an interesting choice. We attorneys are hares, wanting things done, impatient when things don’t happen or they don’t happen soon enough for us. That’s where this rezooming article comes in. When you decide to rezoom your […]
David Schnurman is an entrepreneur based in New York City. He will teach the course, “Building Blocks for Successful Entrepreneurship” at Solo Practice University®. David Schnurman is a passionate entrepreneur whose primary focus is creating a collaborative environment where individuals can actively learn and share their knowledge. He is the founder of two e-learning companies, […]
In case you haven’t noticed, I have beef with the whole billable hours thing. I have heard all the arguments in favor of billing by the hour, and I have heard all the arguments against it, and at the end of the day it comes down to this: whose side are we on anyway? Under […]
One benefit to my making the move to Australia over the winter holidays is that it is already typically a slow period for my law practice, with my small business-owning clients finishing up the holiday shipping rush and then celebrating with their own families. I had already informed all of my current clients about my […]
Allison Wood partners with solos and firms to provide ethics counsel. She will teach “Legal Ethics” at Solo Practice University®. Allison L. Wood, is the principal of Legal Ethics Consulting, P.C., where she provides preventative ethics counseling; research for ethical inquiries; and disciplinary and malpractice defense. Prior to starting her firm, Ms. Wood served nearly […]
A big change is coming down the pike and solo lawyers have a great opportunity to get in front of the curve before bigger law firms get fully on board. If you haven’t noticed it already, the world is switching to mobile. Essentially we all have “supercomputers” in our pockets. And the upcoming technological changes […]
Why Going Solo as a Young Attorney Could Be the Best Decision Ever with Susan Cartier Liebel from Solo Practice University®.
On this episode of New Solo from the Legal Talk Network, Adriana Linares interviews Susan Cartier Liebel from Solo Practice University® about how to stay motivated throughout the process of starting a solo law practice.
Motivation in life is very important. I share seminal moments which have shaped me as a human being and helped me become who I am today.
On this podcast from Lawpreneur Radio, Miranda McCroskey interviews Susan Cartier Liebel from Solo Practice University® about perceptions of fear, failure and other issues facing solos.
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