The Seven Elements of Successful Country Law Firms

Author:   Caroline Hart
Publisher:   Federation Press
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9781760021665


Pages:   240
Publication Date:   18 April 2018
Format:   Paperback
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How and why do some country law firms not only survive but prosper while others flounder and fail?\n\nCaroline Hart provides insights for creating a successful country law firm through her interviews with over 40 practice owners who generously share their experiences – good and bad. The remarkable lessons they provide are distilled into seven elements of success.\n\nThe book is comprised of chapters covering critical areas such as governance, leadership, information technology, human resources and succession planning. Each chapter concludes with a Masterclass or Lessons Learnt section which gives readers a framed summary that will help them navigate the challenges and opportunities facing their own practice.\n\nPractical and engaging, this book provides a valuable insight into the real lives of owners of country law firms. It reveals what it takes to ensure profitable practices, maintain productive client relationships, retain highly motivated staff, and ultimately ensure the longevity and success of a country law firm.\n\nFrom the Foreword: \n\n“I commend Dr Hart for undertaking this important work. The result is sound practical advice about the challenges and opportunities of country practice. More than that, this work will also usefully inform the many city legal practitioners who are searching for more cost effective, flexible and personally satisfying forms of practice.”\nThe Honourable Chief Justice Kourakis, Supreme Court of South Australia

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Author:   Caroline Hart
Publisher:   Federation Press
Imprint:   Federation Press
Weight:   0.318kg
ISBN:  

9781760021665


ISBN 10:   1760021660
Pages:   240
Publication Date:   18 April 2018
Audience:   College/higher education ,  General/trade ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

Foreword by The Hon Chris Kourakis, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of South Australia PrefaceAcknowledgments About the Author PART 1 - INTRODUCTION 1. Why Country Legal Practice is Different 2. The Power of the Owner PART 2 - THE OWNER IN ACTION 3. Create the Law Firm 4. Lead and Manage Strategically 5. Populate the Law Firm 6. Connect Through Technology 7. Build Reputation 8. Drive Profitability PART 3 - THE OWNER EXITS 9. Capitalise on Success 10. The Seven Elements and the Future AppendixSourcesIndex

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Country lawyers have long been recognised as a different breed to their metropolitan counterparts: their ongoing relationships, to both local communities and clients, demands a different business model, and a style of practice more closely attuned to maintaining human as well as commercial capital. This study unlocks the secrets of successful country practitioners, and shares insights also applicable to lawyers working in the urban village. Based on extensive empirical investigation, but also drawing upon relevant research conducted in other jurisdictions, this study brings together a wide range of evidence and opinion that illuminates the way forward. It offers those responsible for managing country law firms clear guidance on how to survive in an ever-changing and unpredictable environment. The study will also interest policymakers and researchers wishing to understand how lawyers contribute to sustaining the fabric of rural society. - Professor Kim Economides, Flinders University


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Caroline Hart is an Associate Professor of Law at the University of Southern Queensland in Toowoomba.

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