Support For New Lawyers

All alumni of Seattle University School of Law have probably heard of the Low Bono Incubator Program at some point in their law school journey. If you have been on the fence about participating in the program, it could be helpful to consider some of the advantages...

As a new attorney, getting your law firm started can be a considerable challenge that requires a lot of resources. While you may have the skill and the knowledge to aid your clients, you may still lack experience and other necessary factors. Thankfully, there is a way...

Beginning a new career path can be challenging, especially in the field of law. Thankfully, there are certain resources in place to aid in this journey. The Support For New Lawyers Program is one of those resources. There are a few key benefits to participating...

As young lawyers navigate the terrain of setting up a successful practice, they eventually find nonbillable duties burden their time. Hours a new layer spends on clerical tasks take away from time spent on building a successful practice. It may be advantageous to look...

When new lawyers in Washington are first stepping foot into what they hope will be a long-winded and successful career, it is often a time of unsettling confusion. While they may have a clear vision of where they aspire to be, getting there can often be quite the...

When you are starting out as a new lawyer, having a good support system is crucial, especially from other lawyers. A great way to get support from other lawyers is to join a bar association. These associations are made up of lawyers that share your practice and/or are...

You did it. You have graduated college, passed the bar exam and are now determined to open your own law firm. After getting a business license and finding a space, there are still a few things you will want to check off your list before declaring that you are open for...

If you are starting your own law firm, one of the most important steps is learning how to market your business. If people in need of legal services do not know that you exist, you will not be able to take them on as a client.   Get your name on the web Someone...

Even the best lawyers need to continue learning after starting their practice. Continuing to learn and grow after completing law school is essential for the success of your firm. There are several ways for new and experienced lawyers alike to stay up-to-date on...

Many people may think that upon graduating from law school and passing the bar exam, an attorney is ready to "hang out a shingle" and get to work. In fact, while they have learned how to be lawyers, graduates may not have learned how to successfully establish and...