Most law firm owners think of budgeting as a chore—something their bookkeeper nags them about or their accountant insists on for tax season. Too often, it’s treated as a way to track what already happened, a reactive process that tells you where the money went last month but offers little guidance for the future. But […]
Rethinking Productivity for Lawyers Who Want Their Time — and Their Life — Back If you’ve ever caught yourself staring at your calendar wondering, “Why am I struggling to manage my time?”, you’re not alone. Whether you’re a new solo or small firm attorney trying to keep your head above water or a seasoned small firm […]
Why Time Management Isn’t a Solo Sport For most solo and small firm lawyers, time feels like the enemy—too little of it, always under siege. Between constant interruptions, administrative overload, and client demands, it can seem like there’s never a moment to actually practice law, let alone grow your firm. What many lawyers don’t realize is […]
For most solo and small-firm attorneys, the question isn’t “Will AI replace lawyers?” It’s “Can AI actually help me get more clients?” The short answer is yes — if you know how to use it. AI won’t draft a winning motion or show up in court for you. But when applied to your intake process, for instance, AI […]
Why Trust is the New Currency in Legal Marketing When I first started my solo practice over 20 years ago, I believed what many lawyers believe: if you do good work, the clients will come. And sometimes they did. But other times? I’d see less experienced lawyers — even those who weren’t necessarily great at […]
If you’ve ever written a blog post, recorded a video, or sent out an email to your list — only to hear crickets — you’re not alone. I’ve been there. For years, I wrote informative content for my law firm website. It was accurate, professional, and educational. The kind of thing I was proud to […]
As a solo or small firm lawyer, hiring a Legal Virtual Assistant (VA) can feel like a leap of faith. You know your time is stretched thin, and you suspect that offloading administrative tasks could free you up to focus on higher-value work. But after you’ve taken that leap, how do you know whether your […]
If your marketing feels scattered, reactionary, or inconsistent, you’re not alone. Many solo and small firm attorneys know they need to market their practice, but they often take a “move-by-move” approach—trying random tactics with no cohesive plan. If that sounds familiar, it’s time to shift your thinking. Start thinking about your marketing strategy like a […]
For many solo and small firm lawyers, the idea of work-life balance feels like a myth—something reserved for other professions, or at least other lawyers with bigger teams, deeper pockets, or more forgiving practice areas. When you’re the one running the show—handling clients, court deadlines, admin work, and marketing—balance often takes a back seat. It’s […]
Not long ago, showing up on the first page of Google meant you had a real shot at capturing a potential client’s attention. But if you’ve noticed a sudden drop in web traffic or fewer phone calls from online leads, you’re not imagining it. Today, even when you’ve done everything “right,” your site may be […]