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Cold Calls, Cold Beers & the Launch of Solo by Choice (2011 -2012)

November 8, 2011 by Carolyn Elefant

(Post updated November 9th, 2011 to reflect date change of event) …And it’s official – the second edition of Solo by Choice (2011-2012 Edition): How to Be the Lawyer You Always Wanted to Be is finally here! The new edition of Solo by Choice contains the same comprehensive advice on going and growing solo as [...]

Some Conference Recommendations: NACBA, New York City Bar

November 1, 2011 by Carolyn Elefant

I don’t often make recommendations about conferences; there are so many to choose from and my readers’ tastes vary. Still, I’ve got to put in a good word for two different conferences. First, I attended my first ever NACBA (National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys) Conference last Friday, where I was invited to speak by [...]

Online Guide on Starting A Practice; Seeking More Input on Gift Guide

September 15, 2011 by Carolyn Elefant

Last month, I posted this form seeking information on your favorite gifts to give to clients and referral sources, as well as gifts that you’d like to receive. The topic of giving gifts versus sending thank yous generated some healthy discussion in the comments – and in fact, if a written note is your preferred [...]

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The Online Guide to Starting a Law Firm is Finally Here!

August 29, 2011 by Carolyn Elefant

Ever since I moved to this space, I’ve been waiting, waiting, waiting to publish the online guide that houses all of this site’s content in one enormous place. At the same time, I realize that I’ve also got some gaps in content – areas that need some bulking up, and the online guide lets me [...]

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End of Summer Sessions at MyShingle

August 19, 2011 by Carolyn Elefant

Typically, the end of the summer brings with it downtime for my practice, as most of the agencies and Congress here in DC shut down and many clients take vacation. Many years, the lull has worried me but after a crazy summer, I’m hopeful for a respite. Plus, it’s given me an opportunity to put [...]

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Where I’ve Been, Where I’m Headed

August 2, 2011 by Carolyn Elefant

August is always a busy month for me. Because my daughters spend some time at sleep away camp, I’m free to work around the clock or to travel out of town without juggling childcare, homework and all of the other ad-kid-istrivia attendant to parenthood. So here’s how I’ve been spending my time: First, you can [...]

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FREE 6 Hour Tutorial on Starting A Law Firm…and Much More!

May 31, 2011 by Carolyn Elefant

Today is my birthday and as a present to myself, I’ve finally relaunched and supplemented the free materials originally posted on drop.io before it abruptly shut down in December (one of the drawbacks of a free service). These materials represent the first phase of a broader suite of offerings (also free) that I’ll roll out [...]

MyShingle’s Been Sued in Rakofsky v. the Internet

May 13, 2011 by Carolyn Elefant

After seven and a half years of blogging at MyShingle, I thought that I’d seen the last of my firsts. But thanks to Joseph Rakofsky and the Rakofsky Law Firm PC, MyShingle.com is one of multiple defendants named in this first ever law suit against my site, keeping company with Above the Law, the Washington [...]

What You Don’t Know About Solo Practice – Recording Available

March 25, 2011 by Carolyn Elefant

Earlier this month, I gave a free webinar on What You Don’t Know About Solo Practice Can Hurt You: Why You Should Consider Starting a Law Firm and How to Do It, 21st Century Style. There were a couple of audio problems during the call, so I’ve re-taped it and you can access it at [...]

Two Solo Deals [Promo]

March 21, 2011 by Carolyn Elefant

If you’ve been thinking about attending the 25th annual ABATechshow but were holding out because of the cost, you might reconsider. Andrea Cannavina, Legal Typist, still has openings for a SuperPass for $497.50, an enormous savings off the ABA price of $925 (the non-member rate is higher). By the way, I know that these prices [...]

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