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95 minutes
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How to Build a Law Firm - 6 Part Series

Date Published

September 16, 2025

Publisher

Toronto Lawyers Association

Subjects

Business Development, Career Development, Firm Management, General Practice, Marketing, Preparing to be a Lawyer

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Summary

Starting your own law firm can be one of the most rewarding yet challenging endeavors of your legal career. This six-session series will guide you through the critical steps of building a successful law practice, from finding your niche to managing risk. Learn from experienced practitioners across various areas of law and gain practical insights into the business of law firm management.


Part 4: Keeping Your Firm Running Smoothly: Staff, Systems, and Tasks

Running a law practice involves much more than legal work. Learn how to streamline your firm’s operations by mastering administrative tasks, managing contractors, and avoiding the surprise costs that come with hiring employees. This session will cover topics like using independent contractors effectively, managing staff without burnout, and dealing with unexpected expenses related to payroll and remittances. Learn how to keep things running smoothly.

 

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Presenters

Kristine Anderson
Fern Law


Steve Benmor
Benmor Family Law Group


Erin Cowling
CEO/Founder - Flex Legal Network


Cris Lam
Director of Operations - Benmor Family Law Group


Lori Markus
Senior Litigation Law Clerk


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How to Build a Law Firm - Part 4, Running Your Law Practice Efficiently
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