In the last decade, law firms have reexamined their business models in an effort to remain competitive. The legal profession is going through dramatic changes, with billing rates skyrocketing at large firms, mergers eliminating established firms and downsizing leaving attorneys looking for jobs.

Lawyers seeking more control over their own destinies should consider founding boutique firms. Boutiques aren’t confined just to litigation; intellectual property, bankruptcy and real estate boutiques all are flourishing. I founded my own boutique five years ago. Taking the plunge isn’t easy. But for lawyers who want to become their own bosses, here are three key steps to take.

This content has been archived. It is available through our partners, LexisNexis® and Bloomberg Law.

To view this content, please continue to their sites.

Not a Lexis Subscriber?
Subscribe Now

Not a Bloomberg Law Subscriber?
Subscribe Now

Why am I seeing this?

LexisNexis® and Bloomberg Law are third party online distributors of the broad collection of current and archived versions of ALM's legal news publications. LexisNexis® and Bloomberg Law customers are able to access and use ALM's content, including content from the National Law Journal, The American Lawyer, Legaltech News, The New York Law Journal, and Corporate Counsel, as well as other sources of legal information.

For questions call 1-877-256-2472 or contact us at [email protected]