Season 1; Episode #48: What No One Tells You About Starting Your Own Law Firm

28/07/2025 23 min
Season 1; Episode #48: What No One Tells You About Starting Your Own Law Firm

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In this episode, host Greg McCollum reveals the essentials of starting and growing your law firm, whether you're launching from scratch, breaking away from a firm that no longer fits, or ready to rekindle passion in a practice that's become a grind. Greg shares first-hand experiences on what you need (and what you don't) to get your firm off the ground, from bare legal necessities to setting up a professional space that attracts quality clients. He also discusses building efficient processes, the mindset shift from doing everything yourself to hiring help, and smart networking tips that generate business, not just social chatter. This episode offers a practical guide for criminal defense lawyers determined to achieve sustainable growth for their law firms. Let's get started on your journey to prosperity in law. Show Highlights: Three typical starting points for starting a law firm. [00:33] Bare essentials needed to launch a private practice. [01:42] The value of a professional office for credibility and client comfort. [04:02] Why office sharing may cost Google local search visibility. [08:47] Calculate your hourly worth and outsource tasks below that rate. [10:30] The importance of documenting and systematizing processes. [15:03] What key metrics should you track as a law firm owner? [18:47] Networking vs. net-socializing—and how to use FORM. [20:24] Directions to reach Prosper at Law if you're ready to prosper. [22:40] If you want to learn more, go to our Prosper At Law Website and click the "SCHEDULE A CALL BUTTON"    www.prosperatlaw.com You can email us at: [email protected]