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This is FindLaw's Law Firm Management Center's collection of free articles on Startup. Startup refers to the very early stages of running a solo or small law practice. There are many business details to consider in the early stages of starting and running your law practice. Start your research with FindLaw.
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Startup Articles
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Maintaining your momentum means looking forward even as you focus on the present. Forecasting and planning are critical to your continued success. -
Business takes place in a highly competitive, volatile environment, so it is important to understand the competition. Answering these questions like these can help. -
This is the first question you should ask yourself. In some cases, you can handle the problem without hiring a lawyer. If the problem is small and can be handled without the advice of a lawyer, then you can usually find the right forms and resources to help you at a Legal Portal like FindLaw.com. However, if the situation involves a major problem like being slapped with a lawsuit or charged with a crime, you probably need a lawyer. -
The Small Business Act states that a small business concern is "one that is independently owned and operated and which is not dominant in its field of operation." The law also states that in determining what constitutes a small business, the definition will vary from industry to industry to reflect industry differences accurately. -
Products may be described in terms of their features and benefits. Features are product characteristics; benefits are customer needs served by those features. Some examples of features are size, color, horsepower, functionality, design, hours of business, and fabric content. Benefits are less tangible but always answer the customer's question: What's in it for me? -
This article provides common answers to common intellectualy property questions including how to determine if your product is eligible for a patent and how to work with another company to patent something. -
This article provides common answers to common intellectualy property questions regarding copyright issues. -
Most lawyers starting a practice anticipate and understand the challenges of starting up a law firm such as negotiating a lease, obtaining equipment for their new firm, and staffing. However, many do not look ahead at establishing the necessary office systems to ensure the firm operates smoothly from Day One. -
When it comes to management at law firms, management does not simply refer to case management. It is also connotes the fact that law firms are businesses. Therefore, lawyers must also manage the business aspects of the firm, including payroll, purchasing supplies, and human resources. However, most lawyers are not specifically trained to handle the business side and would prefer to stick to the legal matters. -
When planning to start a law firm, picking a practice area for your law practice is an important decision for many reasons, including avoiding legal malpractice, being able to pay the bills, and career satisfaction.