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New Solo

New Solo covers a diverse range of topics including transitioning from a law firm to a solo practice, rainmaking, law practice management, networking, job searching, technology, and much more. The goal is to answer the questions that arise throughout all phases of a solo career, providing an opportunity to continue learning and improving best practices. Guests include lawyers and relevant professionals within the industry.

Oct 6, 2016

Implementing Alternative Billing in your Law Practice

Mary Vandenack talks about how lawyers using alternative billing models in their law practice.

Sep 1, 2016

Lawyers Using Apple Mobile Devices in Their Practice

Jeff Richardson of the blog “iPhone J.D.” shares his tips for lawyers using Apple mobile products.

Aug 2, 2016

CRM: Using Client Relationship Management in Your Law Firm

Michael Chasin, co-founder and CEO of Lexicata, talks about how CRMs can help solo and small firm lawyers with client intake as well as marketing.

Jul 1, 2016

New Trends in Practice Management

Adriana Linares speaks with Clio CEO Jack Newton, who shares what he believes are two big trends in practice management.

May 25, 2016

Top Tips for Attorneys from the 2017 ABA TECHSHOW Board

As attorneys graduate and head into the legal marketplace, or leave a law firm to start a solo practice, it can be hard to know where to find resources with tips on...

Dec 16, 2015

How Ernie the Attorney Started His Solo Practice

Among solo practitioners, Ernest “Ernie the Attorney” Svenson is well-known for consulting on technology and, specifically, going paperless. But what many lawyers don’t know is how Ernie transitioned from a commercial litigator...

Dec 2, 2015

Sharing Office Space, Equipment, and Employees

In this episode of New Solo, host Adriana Linares stops by the shared offices of Barbara Leach and Conti Moore. Together they discuss the cost savings, benefits, and logistics of splitting office...

Nov 18, 2015

T.V. Advertising: What to Expect

Although television commercials seem too expensive for a solo practice’s marketing budget, they are not! In fact, advertising on T.V. can be a great alternative or addition to an online marketing campaign,...

Oct 28, 2015

Automate Your Solo Practice: Part 2

In the previous episode of New Solo, Adriana Linares interviewed Andrew LeGrand, a lawyer who has a largely automated practice, about Text Expansion and forms to increase efficiency for lawyers. Because automation...

Oct 19, 2015

Automate Your Solo Practice!

Automation is a wonderful tool created by technology to make the lives of lawyers (particularly solos) easier. Many are intimidated to approach this potentially massive change in their practice, but it’s actually...

Jun 25, 2015

Using Social Media to Market Your Solo Practice

By now we’ve all heard about social media marketing for law firms and other businesses. Everybody online seems to be talking about Facebook likes, Twitter followers, LinkedIn connections, and even using Instagram,...

Jun 17, 2015

Effective Online Marketing Strategy for Solo Law Firms

One of the most important steps in starting a solo practice is marketing. This can also be one of the most difficult, because these lawyers depended on their previous firm for incoming...

Apr 24, 2015

Agile and Lean: Methodologies to an Efficient, Better, and More Profitable Practice

A lean or similarly called agile law practice is one that prioritizes the delivery of a valuable project or service early and often. In order to do this, a law practice must...

Mar 18, 2015

How David Sparks Started His Solo Practice

In the last episode of New Solo, we heard about how Michael Downey left his big law firm to start a solo practice. But with all of the small decisions involved in...

Mar 5, 2015

How Michael Downey Started His Solo Practice

Many lawyers are considering the option of becoming a solo practitioner. But even with all of the blogs, articles, and advice from colleagues and friends about certain aspects of running a solo...

Jan 15, 2015

Legal Research Tools and Tips

Ed Walters started as a lawyer in a big law firm in Washington D.C. In the late 1990’s, he was approached by a client asking him to research a relatively new legal...

Dec 18, 2014

Strategic Partnerships and Referral Networks

There are numerous sources in the legal world claiming that lawyers need to work on building and growing their networks in order to gain referrals. But with hundreds of connections, how is...

Nov 5, 2014

Setting Legal Fees in Your Law Practice

When starting your solo practice, figuring out how to price your services can be very difficult. Many new lawyers undercut the market or undervalue what they have to offer. Additionally, in this...

Oct 13, 2014

Practice Management Essentials for $4,000 or Less

These days there are so many options for legal practices that lawyers starting a solo practice often get carried away and spend too much. It is difficult to distinguish the essential hardware...

Sep 11, 2014

Choosing Your Specialty: Areas of Law for the Successful Solo Practitioner

Many lawyers want to start their solo careers as a general practice, thinking that they will attract more clients if they offer a variety of services. However, when it comes to marketing...

Aug 12, 2014

Client Intake: Best Practices and Procedures

As any solo lawyer knows, taking a new client is not simply shaking a hand and signing a checkbook. After marketing and selling legal services, there are still several necessary steps before...

Jul 21, 2014

What You Should Consider When Starting A Solo Law Practice

When starting a solo or small practice, a lawyer has to consider many new business details that were unnecessary while working for a larger firm. How do taxes differ for sole proprietorships...

Jun 25, 2014

Staying Motivated While Starting A Solo Law Practice

Starting a solo law practice can be invigorating, frightening, and exciting at first. But after the adrenaline and excitement of starting a solo practice fades, how do lawyers stay motivated? Unlike working...

May 31, 2014

Starting Your Own Law Firm: Conversation with Jay Foonberg

Starting a law firm from scratch can be a daunting endeavor. With a down economy, limited budget, and not enough clients, solos can have a tough time breaking into the market. In...

Dec 24, 2012

Starting Your Own Bankruptcy Practice

Did you ever think of starting your own bankruptcy practice? New Solo host and solo practitioner, Attorney Kyle R. Guelcher chats with Attorney Christina M. Turgeon,  about some of the pros and...

Jul 26, 2012

What Should Solos Be Charging?

Are you confused about what to charge your clients? New Solo host and solo practitioner, Attorney Kyle R. Guelcher talks to Attorney Jeremy Byellin, from Byellin Law, PLLC, about how a solo...

Jun 25, 2012

The Path to Becoming a Solo Practitioner

New Solo host and solo practitioner, Attorney Kyle R. Guelcher, spotlights solo attorney Carl Irace and his path to becoming a successful solo practitioner. Carl discusses his career as an Assistant District...

May 18, 2012

Turn Your Solo Practice into a Highly Utilized Business

Looking to get your solo practice off the ground but aren’t sure how? Learn about the tools you need to turn your solo practice into a highly utilized business when New Solo...

Apr 30, 2012

Solos, Structured Settlements, & Medicare Set-Asides

Solo attorneys need to know what is happening in the structured settlement industry for a more successful practice.  New Solo host, Attorney Kyle R. Guelcher, a solo practitioner looks to the experts,...

Mar 30, 2012

It’s a Blog Eat Blog World: Legal Blogs and the Solo Practitioner

Are you looking to start your own blog but don’t know where to begin? New Solo host, Attorney Kyle R. Guelcher, a solo practitioner and the most recent Chair of the Young...

Feb 28, 2012

Helpful Tips for Women Solo Practitioners

New Solo host, Attorney Kyle R. Guelcher, a solo practitioner and the most recent Chair of the Young Lawyers Division of the Massachusetts Bar Association is joined by Attorney Melissa Conner, from...

Jan 31, 2012

How Pro Bono Can be a Market Strategy for Solos and Law Students

Solos and Law Students—have you considered Pro Bono as an investment?  It can expand your client base and knowledge, open doors for employment and networking, and enrich your standing in the community. ...

Dec 29, 2011

Blogging, Branding & Marketing for Solos

New Solo host, Attorney Kyle Guelcher, a solo practitioner and the most recent Chair of the Young Lawyers Division of the Massachusetts Bar Association, joins Frank A. Cseke, a Fort Collins, Colorado-based...

Nov 29, 2011

How Solos Can Build an International Law Practice

Are you looking to build your international law practice? New Solo host, Attorney Kyle Guelcher, a solo practitioner and the most recent Chair of the Young Lawyers Division of the Massachusetts Bar...

Oct 27, 2011

Using Technology to Provide Better Client Service

Looking for innovative, practical solutions to improve client services?  New Solo host, Attorney Kyle Guelcher, a solo practitioner and the most recent Chair of the Young Lawyers Division of the Massachusetts Bar...

Sep 30, 2011

Building your Client Portfolio

Want to know how you can build your client portfolio? New Solo host, Attorney Kyle Guelcher, a solo practitioner and Chair of the Young Lawyers Division of the Massachusetts Bar Association, joins...

Aug 31, 2011

New Lawyers and Business Etiquette

Online profiles and posts, email  and smartphone etiquette, courtroom attire and socializing with co-counsel – what to do?  These are just some of the areas of interest and concern for new lawyers...

Jul 29, 2011

Navigating Bar Associations

Are you looking to get more actively involved in your Bar Association? In this July edition of New Solo, host Attorney Kyle R. Guelcher, a solo practitioner from Springfield, MA and Chair...

Jun 29, 2011

Successfully Manage Legal Clients

Good clients are essential to any growing business. As a lawyer, what is the best way to manage your clients? In this June edition of New Solo, host Attorney Kyle R. Guelcher,...

May 26, 2011

Alternative Law Office Arrangements

How do you create a successful virtual law practice? In this May edition of New Solo, host Attorney Kyle R. Guelcher, a solo practitioner from Springfield, MA and Chair of the Young...

Apr 12, 2011

A Generation Y Solo and the Micro Law Office

What steps should you take to have a successful micro law office?  In this edition of New Solo, host Attorney Kyle R. Guelcher, a solo practitioner from Springfield, MA and Chair of...

Mar 9, 2011

A Solo Practitioner’s Unfair Marketing Advantage: Social Media

How can a solo attorney effectively use social media?  In this edition of New Solo, host Attorney Kyle R. Guelcher, a solo practitioner out of Springfield, MA and Chair of the Young...

Feb 4, 2011

Transitioning from Law Student to Lawyer

In this edition of New Solo, host Attorney Kyle R. Guelcher, a solo practitioner out of Springfield, MA and chair of the Massachusetts Bar Association Young Lawyers Division, welcomes Attorney Ursula Furi-Perry,...

Jan 13, 2011

New Lawyer: New Solo

So you’re hanging a shingle – now what? In this debut edition of New Solo, host Attorney Kyle R. Guelcher, a solo practitioner out of Springfield, MA and chair of the Massachusetts...

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Adriana Linares

Adriana Linares is a law practice consultant and legal technology coach. After several years at two of...

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