A simple question that’s often overlooked. It’s important to sit down, reflect & take stock of your assets to evaluate how they align with your firm’s goals. Especially now, as the job market heats up & opportunities are abundant. Now’s the right time to ask yourself if your firm continues to be the right fit for you.
Is your firm supportive of business development? Is it a place that encourages lawyers to bring in new business? Is the firm in growth mode or are they satisfied with the current workflow? A supportive platform will allow you to build a book of business. That book of business will increase your value to the firm. If you have contacts & would like to leverage them to build a practice of your own, please make sure your firm is supportive. Think ahead, look up the ranks. Are the partners ahead of you managing existing relationships or have they brought in their own clients? What is the culture and expectations when it comes to business development? Is there a budget?
No matter where you are in your career, it’s important to know what your assets are. If it’s business development, make sure you’re at the right platform and if not, it’s never too late to change.