How to Start a Law Firm: A Practical Guide to Offering Legal Services
£55.00
- Publisher : The Law Society
- Publication date : 30 Oct. 2020
- Language : English
- Print length : 304 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1784461539
- ISBN-13 : 978-1784461539
- Item weight : 460 g
- Dimensions : 23.5 x 1.8 x 15.6 cm
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Ms Denneth –
I purchased this book for two reasons, firstly, co-author, Darren Sylvester was instrumental in my personal journey to understand the justice system when I was seeking justice for my father in a clinical negligence matter, which was ultimately successful, and inspired me to become a lawyer. Secondly, I knew it would serve as a prized resource to help me start my own law firm in the future! The book is a comprehensive guide to any lawyer starting out and I have already learnt a great deal about the different business structures available to independently practising lawyers. The case studies featured throughout, bring life to the book and I believe this is a must-have resource for any practising or aspiring lawyer!
Ann Page –
Now, more than ever lawyers have the opportunity to create their own path, Rachel and Darren’s book is very timely, especially if you have decided this is for you. ‘How to start a Law Firm’ is well written by two successful Legal Business Owners whom I respect. Their book contains all you need to think about and know before taking the leap into ‘ownership’ in order for you to deliver your legal expertise or products to your target market.
Belinda Lester –
When I started my firm 8 years ago, I would have loved to have had a book like this to refer to. For anyone sitting at their desk dreaming of autonomy but not knowing where to start in terms of bringing that dream to life, this is the book for you. This book provides not only a roadmap to follow, it also illustrates each stage by utilising case studies – including my own. In the words of the great Frankenfurter from The Rocky Horror Show ‘Don’t dream it, be it.
David Pickup –
Making the decision to run your own firm is not a simple step and this book is an excellent guide. It is full of common sense advice and stories of how others have avoided pitfalls. The book shows that rule one is to think like a business owner and not only a lawyer.
Lucy Scott-Moncrieff –
The book tells you what to look out for and what questions to ask yourself and others, whilst providing a great deal of practical information. Reading this book when the idea of setting up on your own is no more than a fantasy will help you decide if it is one worth pursuing. If you decide to go for it, the book then transforms into a very practical ‘How To….’ guide. I recommend it.
Simone Bowman –
When Darren informed me that he was embarking on this project alongside Rachel Roche, I knew that it would be welcomed, well researched and informative resource. Each chapter of this book provides a rich source of material not only for the start up sole practitioner but adaptable to any form of legal practice. In addition, it serves as an excellent refresher for those like myself established in practice and perhaps require that additional skills to harness their existing practice. Chapter 12 Employing Staff was of particular interest. The most reflective chapter was Chapter 11, offering services online particularly as digital ways of working is becoming the new norm. However, the final words of the book at page 272 stand out for me, the authors conclude that, ‘Ultimately, you will need to develop your own personal criteria for success and focus on building a law practice that is right for you, not anyone else.
Gabriel J. Christian –
Darren and Rachel have crafted a most worthy roadmap on how to build a law practice. Having read it, I can attest to the fact that is also a valuable resource to those lawyers who are already on their way. The work is a treasure trove of gems on how to get it done.
This book is not some turgid prose full of obtuse legalisms. It is a hands-on primer that any young lawyer looking to start a practice in the United Kingdom, United States, the Caribbean or elsewhere would do well to read. Sylvester and Roche by such unselfish service in sharing their knowledge have burnished the practice of law. In so doing, they have set a ladder in place that other legal practitioners can now ascend. A great read!
Ian Yule –
This is an invaluable guide for any professional thinking of establishing a legal service company, covering all aspects of business management – funding and finance, marketing, client care and systems, with a particularly useful chapter on how to achieve a work-life balance. Case studies are also provided all of which will be very helpful to readers.
Joseph Arazi –
Having recently established an in-house ABS from scratch, this guide is proving to be an invaluable resource. It is very well written and acts as a trusted companion along the journey of establishment, expansion and beyond. If you are starting your own law firm or even looking to expand an existing firm, put this book at the top of your wish list – you won’t regret it!
Shazia Malik –
How to Start a Law Firm provides a plethora of practical information, real life stories and the invaluable gift of hindsight. It’s an imperative read for anyone considering venturing out on their own into the legal world. Knowing the law and having clients is only a fraction of what it takes to be successful in this field. What Darren and Rachel have done with this book is given those wanting to start out everything in between. All of the building blocks required can finally be found in one place and, most importantly, in a digestible manner.
Paul Bennett –
Starting a law firm is a challenge. You have to navigate a route involving business skills, personal resilience and compliance. Each is a distinct puzzle with different skills and solutions. How to Start a Law Firm is a simple, clear and practically helpful roadmap to help you achieve your ambitions. It should be on the shelf of everyone seeking to start a law firm or who has done so in the last few years, it contains numerous small tips to return to time and again.
Anna Newport –
This book is a veritable treasure trove of what to do, and what definitely not to do, if you’re planning to start your own law firm. From advice about creating your business plan, through how to establish your policies and procedures, to the legalities of marketing, hiring staff, and expansion & growth, with real life case studies from the people who have walked the path before you. Do yourself a favour and invest the time in reading this book before setting off on the rollercoaster of running your own practice.
Neil Brown –
This book will save you hours of research, or reassure you that you’re heading in the right direction. That’s worth way more than the cover price. Advice mixed with practical commentary from others who’ve done similar to you is a great way to learn. It’s also a boost that, as others have done it, you can do it too.