Size Matters
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Boutique Law Firms, Defamation, Entertainment Law, Litigators, Martin Garbus, Small Law Firms
Size Matters: Hollywood Pit Bull Is Just Like Us
It has been said that one has truly arrived as a small-firm superstar when he appears in this column. Who said that? Someone, I am sure. While I simply cannot confer that honor to all small-firm attorneys, there is a second place honor: a feature in the New York Times. Martin Singer — the “guard […] -
Money, Small Law Firms
Size Matters: Show Me The Money Part Deux
If you ask me, I think that the insights offered in this column are all that you need to succeed as a small-firm attorney. I have received many emails, however, suggesting that facts might be as valuable as my opinions. Of course, that’s crazy. Recently I received an email from a young small-firm associate who […] - Sponsored
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Small Law Firms
Size Matters: Growing Up Together
Oprah is ending on May 25. Like most Americans, I am exhibiting signs of Empty Oprah Syndrome. During this time, as I mourn the loss of my “ultimate girlfriend,” I find myself asking one key question: why does Gayle King get to be Oprah’s actual best friend? I would be way better. There are a […]
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Boutique Law Firms, Law Firm Names, Lawyer Advertising, Small Law Firms
Size Matters: What’s In A Name?
Before this column launched, I spent several moments stewing over possible pseudonyms. After all, branding is everything. So, I wanted to come up with a name that said to my audience that I was a small-firm expert and a super-cool chick. Naturally, I picked the name that is synonymous with post-menopausal Jewish bubbies. Perhaps I […] -
Biglaw, Boutique Law Firms, Hotties, Small Law Firms
Size Matters: Take Your Shirt Off To Succeed
It has been a proud time for us Illinoisans. Yes, one of our congressmen is the hottest and fittest of them all. As I was “reading” the Men’s Health cover story (i.e., drooling over the shirtless photos of Aaron Schock), I realized that times are changing. Gone are the stodgy and round politicians. The future […] -
Lawyer Advertising, Small Law Firms
Size Matters: Le Law Firm, LLP
A few weeks ago, I was riding in a cab on the way to the airport. Right off the highway was a large sign for Le Massage Plac (the light for the “e” had died). I insisted that the cab driver make a pit stop. I needed to get le massage from Le Massage Plac[e], […] -
Boutique Law Firms, Plaintiffs Firms, Small Law Firms
Size Matters: Does Skadden Do Personal Injury?
I recently met Ray Zolekhian at a wedding. He went to Harvard Law School, worked as an associate at Skadden in Los Angeles, and started his own law firm with a friend, Robin Hanasab. As soon as I heard Zolekhian’s background, I immediately guessed that he started a personal injury firm. Isn’t that the most […] -
Small Law Firms
Size Matters: What Not To Do With A Small Firm Website
Ed. note: This is the latest installment of Size Matters, one of Above the Law’s new columns for small-firm lawyers. I recently saw the Whoopi Goldberg commercial for Poise and I wondered to myself, why would she take part in such an ad. Maybe I am missing something, but I think it is a bad […] - Sponsored
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Biglaw, Books, Job Searches, Small Law Firms
Size Matters: Seriously, Size Matters
We are almost three months into my one-woman quest to convince the world (or at least ATL readers) that bigger is not always better. Isn’t that why Jamie Oliver is moonlighting as a lunch lady? Unfortunately, some people still are not convinced. So I called in an expert, Steven Harper (previously featured here). Harper, a […] -
Small Law Firms, Technology
Size Matters: Brothers-In-Law Make For Good Business Partners
Ed. note: This is the latest installment of Size Matters, one of Above the Law’s new columns for small-firm lawyers. Like everyone, I enjoy me a Bush’s Baked Beans commercial. Jay and Duke’s witty banter over the secret family recipe highlights the joy of working with family. Unfortunately, not many of us can work with […] -
Boutique Law Firms, Lawyer Advertising, Pictures, Small Law Firms
Size Matters: Anatomy Of A Small-Firm Website
Ed. note: This is the latest installment of Size Matters, one of Above the Law’s new columns for small-firm lawyers. They say that to be competitive in today’s market, branding is key. To do that, one needs a snappy marketing campaign. I mean, think about the marketing genius behind the Shake Weight, or that truly […] -
Small Law Firms, Solo Practitioners
Size Matters: I Get Schooled By The Dean Of Solo Practice University
Ed. note: This is the latest installment of Size Matters, one of Above the Law’s new columns for small-firm lawyers. It is not easy staying abreast of all of the important issues affecting small firms, but I do it because my words impact our nation’s policy. Do you think it was a coincidence that less […] -
Bankruptcy, Boutique Law Firms, Kids, Small Law Firms, Women's Issues
Size Matters: A Bankruptcy Associate Finds Small-Firm Nirvana
Ed. note: This is the latest installment of Size Matters, one of Above the Law’s new columns for small-firm lawyers. Last month I received an email from Cameron McCord. McCord is a fifth-year associate at a boutique bankruptcy firm in Atlanta, where she’s been having “a great experience.” “I am in court all the time […]
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Drinking, Feminism, Gender, Litigators, Sexism, Small Law Firms
Size Matters: Can A Wet T-Shirt Contest Form The Basis Of A Niche Practice?
Ed. note: This is the latest installment of Size Matters, one of Above the Law’s new columns for small-firm lawyers. After talking to so many happy small-firm lawyers, I have begun looking for my own niche to scratch. It came to me while driving in the suburbs a few weeks ago. There was a radio […] -
Boutique Law Firms, Fabulosity, Perks / Fringe Benefits, Small Law Firms
Size Matters: How Are Small Law Firms Like Oscars After-Parties?
Ed. note: This is the latest installment of Size Matters, one of Above the Law’s new columns for small-firm lawyers. I am getting tired of hearing about all these large law firms and their unnecessary spring bonuses. This weekend I went on a trip with friends who all work in Biglaw, and the topic came […] -
Pro Bono, Public Interest, Small Law Firms
Size Matters: Good Deeds Can Come In Small Packages
Ed. note: This is the latest installment of Size Matters, one of Above the Law’s new columns for small-firm lawyers. I have written this column from many places: my parents’ couch, my local Starbucks, my bed, etc. I have yet to try it from atop a soapbox, but here goes. It is common knowledge that […] -
Litigators, Money, Plaintiffs Firms, Small Law Firms
Size Matters: Some Small Firm Lawyers Are Worth Big Bucks
Ed. note: This is the latest installment of Size Matters, one of Above the Law’s new columns for small-firm lawyers. When I was in sixth grade, my teacher, Mrs. Johnson, asked all of her students to write an essay on who we admired most. My best friend Marni wrote about President George Bush, Sr. She […] -
Biglaw, Small Law Firms
Size Matters: Small Firm With Big Shoes To Fill
Ed. note: This is the latest installment of Size Matters, one of Above the Law’s new columns for small-firm lawyers. I suppose that I should interview John Quinn (or john quinn?) on what it takes to start a successful small law firm. I mean, yeah, Quinn Emanuel was once small and now is sort of […] -
Musical Chairs, Small Law Firms
Size Matters: Breaking Up Need Not Be Hard To Do
Ed. note: This is the latest installment of Size Matters, one of Above the Law’s new columns for small-firm lawyers. We all know that sometimes relationships end. Take Renee Zellweger and Bradley Cooper. As my friend (who is a divorce attorney) always says, if things are not working out, end it and do not buy […] -
Biglaw, Job Searches, Small Law Firms
Size Matters: Advice From A Real Expert on Choosing a Small Firm
Ed. note: This is the latest installment of Size Matters, one of Above the Law’s new columns for small-firm lawyers. As discussed previously, Steven Harper threw down the gauntlet when it comes to top law schools focusing all their recruiting efforts on Biglaw placements. And the woman who reads my tea leaves said that small […]