Hanging Your Shingle: A Comprehensive Seminar for Building a Successful Legal Career

by Tali Thomason on August 10, 2016

shingleSign up now for Colorado Bar Association CLE’s Hanging Your Shingle Seminar, running Aug. 18-20. While this is an invaluable program and resource, no matter the stage in your career, the program is an absolute MUST for new lawyers. Find out how to start, build, brand and grow your firm in this intensive two and a half day course. You will get the tools, information and building blocks you need to confidently open the doors to your new firm and keep them open.

Topics covered include:

  • Writing Your Business Plan
  • What Does a Bank Want to See Before It Loans Money or Extends a Line of Credit?
  • What Type of Entity Should You Choose When Starting Your Law Firm?
  • All Things Accounting and Finance: From Accounts Payable to Billable Hours to Accounts Receivable
  • Trust Account Management and Fee Agreements
  • Key Aspects of Law Practice Management
  • Manage Your Malpractice Exposure
  • Malpractice Insurance
  • The Practical Application of the Rules of Professional Conduct
  • Marketing and Business Development
  • Technology: Your First Partner
  • The Importance of Social Media in Starting Your Own Firm
  • Ethics of Social Media
  • Professionalism in Your Practice
  • The Value of Getting a Mentor
After attending, past participants valued their experience—
“One of the most useful seminars I have attended in my 24 years in law.”
“Practical accounting, marketing and tech advice.”
“Thorough, comprehensive and detailed approach.”
“Vastly exceeded my expectations.”
“This is truly fantastic!”

 

CBA Solo Small Firm members get a significant discount on the registration fee. Find out more.

 

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