When small firm owners fail to secure a successful exit, it’s rarely a market issue. More often than not, they get in their own way long before the market ever enters the picture. I’ve spent over fifteen years having conversations with lawyers considering retirement, and I’ve noticed a clear pattern. When those conversations don’t progress, it’s rarely because the attorney decided to work with someone else. It’s usually because the lawyer isn’t ready to confront the decisions in front of them. This post will explore some of the most common ways lawyers unintentionally undermine their own exit from practice. ... Read More