Even if you are already marketing online effectively, note that your understanding of and comfort in your local market can remain an advantage, since targeted marketing tactics are easier to draw upon than ever before.

Most lawyers think of “virtual law practice” as an all-in sort of thing. Either you’re completely virtual, or you’re not virtual at all. That’s not the case.

Much of marketing is remaining top of mind to potential clients and referral sources, and a slow and consistent drip of content and information is the best way to stay top of mind.  Social media is just one channel for publicizing your expertise, but it’s becoming an increasingly important one. 

The most difficult hurdle to law firm growth is staffing up. Managing people is definitely tough but so is hiring the right people in the first place. The good news is that hiring well can be a learned skill, too, just like becoming a good manager.

First question: Do you have a law firm budget? If you answered “yes,” then good for you! You’re one of the few, the proud. 

You’ve heard the phrase often from busy lawyers, law firm owners particularly: "If only I could clone myself." It’s wishful thinking, but it gets to the heart of the one barrier to law firm expansion that you can’t fake: In order to grow your business, to scale it, you have to hire.

A decade ago, lawyers had just one option for office space: a traditional lease.  That’s a costly option, of course, and can be a barrier to entry, especially for young lawyers, looking to start new law firms. Fortunately, there are now more office space options than you can shake a stick at.

During this extraordinary time and beyond, the IndyBar is committed to bringing you the information, tools and resources you need to stay informed, stay connected and succeed in the legal profession.

During this challenging time, the IndyBar is dedicated to making many of our services, resources and tools available to members online so that you can keep thriving in your practice, even from home!

If you’re a solo lawyer, it doesn’t make sense to invest in a phone system, but you don’t want your clients to have your personal phone number either.