Lawyer on Your Terms - Create a Law Practice That Fits Your Lifestyle

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Are you a lawyer who desires more freedom and flexibility in your work life? To be more available for your family, stop deferring those bucket-list travel destinations until retirement, take care of yourself physically and mentally, or even just have more time for your other passions and priorities? Imagine if you could continue to practice law without sacrificing in any of these area and without sacrificing your income. If you are curious about to to design a law practice around your most important priorities in life, then you are in the right place. Tune in weekly while we discuss the strategy, mindset, and inspiration needed to plan, build, and grow a flexible, virtual law practice around your ideal schedule and lifestyle. You, my friend, are more than just a lawyer and you can lawyer on your own terms!

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May 21, 202449 min

37. Stories of Flexibility and Freedom with Jill and Veronica

In today's episode, we chat with Jill and Veronica - two attorneys who have transitioned from traditional law careers to flexible, virtual law firm models. They share their stories, motivations, and reflections on making the leap to starting their own practices, focusing on the desire for flexibility to balance work and family life, especially in light of personal events and the COVID-19 pandemic. Highlights include overcoming initial fears of failure, the significance of setting personal and professional goals, and managing expectations while building a new business. Both guests also share resources and platforms where they can be reached, emphasizing the role of networking and continuous learning in their journeys.Be sure to follow this podcast for all future updates & get notified of new episodes!Ready to take your virtual law firm to the next level? Join the Lawyer on Your Terms AcceleratorConnect with Kailey:Monthly coffee chat: https://lawyeronyourterms.com/coffeechat/Website: https://lawyeronyourterms.com/Instagram: @lifestylelawfirmJoin the free Facebook group for female lawyers!

April 22, 202430 min

36. Navigating Blogging and SEO for Law Firms with Doug Bradley

In today's episode, we talk with Doug Bradley, as he shares his knowledge and insights into the world of digital marketing for law firms. Focusing on search engine optimization (SEO) and the importance of creating authoritative and well-optimized content for law firm websites, we discussed the technical aspects of SEO, the role of strategic content creation, backlinks, and the importance of starting SEO efforts early to build online authority. This conversation aims to help law firm owners understand SEO's role in marketing and it's one you don't want to miss!Be sure to follow this podcast for all future updates & get notified of new episodes!Ready to take your virtual law firm to the next level? Join the Lawyer on Your Terms AcceleratorConnect with Doug:Website: https://www.everestlegalmarketing.com/Twitter: @EverestLawMktgConnect with Kailey:Monthly coffee chat: https://lawyeronyourterms.com/coffeechat/Website: https://lawyeronyourterms.com/Instagram: @lifestylelawfirmJoin the free Facebook group for female lawyers!

April 15, 202427 min

35. Creating a Flexible Virtual Law Firm on Your Own Terms With Jessica Rider

In today's episode, we chat with Jessica Rider, an attorney who transitioned from working at a boutique firm to starting her own virtual law practice. We discussed her background, the flexibility and challenges she faced in her career, and her journey through our accelerator program. We talk work-life balance, the importance of self-confidence, and the process of finding clients and building a law practice. If you've ever thought about taking your business fully virtual and wonder "Is this for me?" This episode was made for you!Be sure to follow this podcast for all future updates & get notified of new episodes!Ready to take your virtual law firm to the next level? Join the Lawyer on Your Terms AcceleratorConnect with Jessica:Website: https://jessicariderlaw.com/Instagram: @jessicariderlawLinkedInConnect with Kailey:Monthly coffee chat: https://lawyeronyourterms.com/coffeechat/Website: https://lawyeronyourterms.com/Instagram: @lifestylelawfirmJoin the free Facebook group for female lawyers!

April 8, 202433 min

34. A Day in the Life of a Lawyer With a Flexible Virtual Law Firm

In today's episode, we go into a detailed "Week in the life"! As the owner of a virtual law firm, it is my passion to showcase the balance between work and personal life and that's exactly what you get in this episode. We talk about it ALL- Homeschooling, work routines, client work, marketing strategies, and of course the importance of outsourcing and automation in managing a flexible practice. (Total gamechanger)You ready for a change? Hit play and let's talk about it!Be sure to follow this podcast for all future updates & get notified of new episodes!Ready to take your virtual law firm to the next level? Join the Lawyer on Your Terms AcceleratorConnect with Kailey:Monthly coffee chat: https://lawyeronyourterms.com/coffeechat/Website: https://lawyeronyourterms.com/Instagram: @lifestylelawfirmJoin the free Facebook group for female lawyers!

March 25, 202417 min

33. Lawyer Less to Create a Law Firm Practice That Fits Your Lifestyle

Hey friend, welcome back! Today's episode is one that you DON'T want to miss. We dive into what it truly means to lawyer less to achieve a better balance between your legal career and personal life, without diminishing impact or income. It's true that dedicating too much time to work leaves less for personal interests and family, but IT IS possible to have a successful legal career with more personal time by embracing these key things:-Technology-Leveraging flat fee rates-Building a referral network-Outsourcing non-essential tasksI encourage you to reconsider traditional career models and design a practice that aligns with your values and desires, leveraging modern technology and business practices to lawyer on YOUR terms for more personal freedom and satisfaction.Be sure to follow this podcast for all future updates & get notified of new episodes!Ready to take your virtual law firm to the next level? Join the Lawyer on Your Terms AcceleratorConnect with Kailey:Monthly coffee chat: https://lawyeronyourterms.com/coffeechat/Website: https://lawyeronyourterms.com/Instagram: @lifestylelawfirmJoin the free Facebook group for female lawyers!

March 18, 202419 min

32. Creating an Amazing Client Experience Inside Your Virtual Law Firm

In today's episode, we're talking about the importance of creating an amazing client experience to foster referrals and grow your law firm. Episode highlights:-Implementing a user-friendly and responsive lead intake process-Being friendly, personable, and valuable during consultations-Managing client expectations effectively-Streamlining the onboarding process-And of course, delivering excellent serviceI also cover the significance of clear communication, proactive updates, and thoughtful gestures upon engagement conclusion to make clients feel valued and supported. These strategies are crucial for building a referral-based business and ensuring the firm's sustained success - so this episode is one you don't want to miss!Be sure to follow this podcast for all future updates & get notified of new episodes!Ready to take your virtual law firm to the next level? Join the Lawyer on Your Terms AcceleratorConnect with Kailey:Monthly coffee chat: https://lawyeronyourterms.com/coffeechat/Website: https://lawyeronyourterms.com/Instagram: @lifestylelawfirmJoin the free Facebook group for female lawyers!

March 11, 202412 min

31. Thinking as a Lawyer and an Entrepreneur

In today's episode, I discuss the essential shift from thinking solely like a lawyer to adopting an entrepreneurial mindset for lawyers who own or plan to own their practice. It's important to highlight the difference between the skills taught in law school and the practical skills needed to run a law firm. Some key entrepreneurial traits such as being a visionary, taking imperfect actions, disregarding others' opinions, and becoming a teacher in one's field is going to take your law firm to the next level & we're diving into it all with this episode!Be sure to follow this podcast for all future updates & get notified of new episodes!Ready to take your virtual law firm to the next level? Join the Lawyer on Your Terms AcceleratorConnect with Kailey:Monthly coffee chat: https://lawyeronyourterms.com/coffeechat/Website: https://lawyeronyourterms.com/Instagram: @lifestylelawfirmJoin the free Facebook group for female lawyers!

March 4, 202428 min

30. Are You Overcommitted?

Today's episode is a very important conversation about the techniques for managing overwhelm and overcommitment. As a 6-figure virtual law firm owner, I share my personal experiences and suggest taking time out, listing your obligations, eliminating and outsourcing tasks, and refining routines to alleviate overwhelm and minimize overcommitment. Implementing these techniques has been vital for my growth personally and professionally and I know it will benefit you, too!Be sure to follow this podcast for all future updates & get notified of new episodes!Ready to take your virtual law firm to the next level? Join the Lawyer on Your Terms AcceleratorConnect with Kailey:Monthly coffee chat: https://lawyeronyourterms.com/coffeechat/Website: https://lawyeronyourterms.com/Instagram: @lifestylelawfirmJoin the free Facebook group for female lawyers!

February 19, 202423 min

29. How to Take a Self-Employed Leave of Absence

In this episode, I share my personal experience taking a self-employed maternity leave and provide valuable tips for anyone needing to take a leave of absence from their business, whether it's for medical reasons, personal reasons, or family constraints. We talk about:Building a strong referral network;Batch preparing any long-form content;Setting up automation systems;Developing digital productsI also reflect on my own experiences and share what I would have done differently. You'll gain insights into how to navigate a self-employed leave of absence and all the tips for preparing to step away from your business. Ready to take your virtual law firm to the next level? Join the Lawyer on Your Terms AcceleratorBe sure to follow this podcast for all future updates & get notified of new episodes!Connect with Kailey:Monthly coffee chat: https://lawyeronyourterms.com/coffeechat/Website: https://lawyeronyourterms.com/Instagram: @lifestylelawfirmJoin the free Facebook group for female lawyers!

February 12, 202410 min

28. How To Have A Healthy Profit Margin

In this episode, we talk about the history of billing in the legal industry and the impact it has on profit margins. I talk about the origins of the billable hour, its ethical implications, its effects on attorneys' lives and clients' experiences, and the benefits of flat rate fees and low overhead in building a healthy profit margin for virtual law firms.Be sure to follow this podcast for all future updates & get notified of new episodes!Ready to take your virtual law firm to the next level? Join the Lawyer on Your Terms AcceleratorConnect with Kailey:Monthly coffee chat: https://lawyeronyourterms.com/coffeechat/Website: https://lawyeronyourterms.com/Instagram: @lifestylelawfirmJoin the free Facebook group for female lawyers!