Management Tips for Legal Professionals

In this episode of the Law Practice Today podcast, we talk with Afi Johnson-Parris, a family law specialist and the immediate past chair of the Law Practice Division. Afi shares her insights on managing a successful law practice, drawing from her diverse experiences as a solo practitioner, in big law, and as a former Air Force officer. She emphasizes the importance of respect, communication, and creating structured processes and procedures. Afi also discusses her contributions to a book on marketing for women lawyers and offers practical advice for both new and seasoned lawyers on improving management and leadership in their practices.

00:00 Introduction and Military Leadership Insights
00:45 Welcome to the Law Practice Today Podcast
02:01 Guest Introduction: Afi's Background
03:01 Training and Management in Law and Military
06:02 Transition from Military to Law Practice
07:11 Solo Practice Management Strategies
10:33 Challenges and Solutions in Solo Practice
11:44 From Solo Practice to Big Law
12:52 Creating and Implementing SOPs
15:10 The Importance of Documentation
16:33 Technology and SOPs
17:11 Conclusion and Book Promotion

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