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5 Things to Make 2025 Great for Solo & Small Firms
Co-sponsored with Solo & Small Firm Section

This practical CLE program delivers five actionable strategies to help solo and small firm lawyers streamline their practices, strengthen client relationships, and build a sustainable future. Tailored to the unique challenges of Alaska's legal community, this session provides tools for prioritizing what matters, delegating effectively, and positioning your firm for growth and success in 2025. 

Thursday, January 23, 2025
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
AK Bar Zoom
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1.0 General Credits 
CLE# 2025003
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Registration fee: $45
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5 Things to Make 2025 Great for Solo & Small Firms
Solo and small firm lawyers often juggle competing priorities while facing unique challenges in Alaska's urban and rural settings. This CLE program will guide you through five essential strategies to simplify your workload, deliver exceptional client service, and set your practice up for long-term success.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• Focus on High-Impact Priorities – Identify and prioritize tasks that create the greatest value for your practice. 
• Simplify Delegation to Scale Your Practice – Learn how to delegate effectively, even with a small team or limited resources, to reduce overwhelm and improve efficiency.
• Adapt to Alaska’s Unique Legal Landscape – Gain practical tips for overcoming challenges related to serving clients in urban and rural areas, including building trust remotely.
• Plan for Sustainable Growth – Explore foundational strategies for sustainable growth and succession planning to secure your firm’s future while enjoying more freedom.

This program is for you if:

• You’re a solo or small firm lawyer looking to simplify operations and reduce stress.
• You want practical, actionable strategies to strengthen client relationships and grow your practice.
• You’re ready to plan for a more sustainable and successful future in 2025 

This 60-minute session is ideal for lawyers who want real-world tools and insights tailored to Alaska's unique legal community.

Agenda:

1. Introduction (5 minutes):

     o  Welcome and overview of the program.
     o  Brief framing of the unique challenges and opportunities for Alaska’s solo and small firm lawyers.

2. Focus on High-Impact Priorities (10 minutes):

     o  Key concepts for identifying and prioritizing the most valuable activities in a legal practice.
     o  Simple tools to shift focus toward impactful tasks.

3. Simplify Delegation to Scale Your Practice (10 minutes):

     o  Practical techniques for effective delegation, even with limited resources.
     o  Examples and strategies tailored to small teams.

4. Adapt to Alaska’s Unique Legal Landscape (10 minutes):

     o  Insights into serving clients in urban and rural areas.
     o  Tips for building trust remotely and managing resource challenges.

5. Plan for Sustainable Growth (15 minutes):

     o  Steps for building a long-term vision for your firm, including succession planning basics.
     o  Strategies to balance immediate needs with future goals.

6. Wrap-Up and Q&A (10 minutes):

     o  Recap of the five strategies and encouragement to take action.
     o  Opportunity for participant questions.

Faculty:

Doug Brown, JD, is The Law Firm Leadership Coach, helping solo and small firm lawyers build sustainable practices and achieve personal and professional freedom. With years of experience as a lawyer, business executive, and trusted advisor, Doug understands attorneys' unique challenges, particularly in balancing the demands of practice with long-term growth.

Doug's expertise in leadership development, strategic planning, and succession readiness makes him a sought-after coach and speaker for law firms nationwide. Known for his practical, no-nonsense approach, Doug combines real-world examples with actionable strategies to help lawyers simplify their work, delegate effectively, and focus on what matters most.

Having worked with attorneys in both urban and rural settings, Doug brings a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by Alaska's legal community. His engaging and interactive programs provide tools lawyers can use immediately to create thriving practices while enjoying more freedom and balance.

When Doug isn't helping lawyers build sustainable firms, he's likely honing his golf swing, exploring new strategies for leadership, or crafting his next thought-provoking Podcast.

Course Materials: A digital copy of the program materials is available 24 hours prior to the event by logging into your member dashboard at www.alaskabar.org/members. Select "My Course Materials," located under the "My Documents" header on the left side of your dashboard.

If you are registered for this program, you already have an AK Bar account and can access the materials. If you need assistance with your login information, please contact the AK Bar office at 907-272-7469.

Please note, for in-person attendees, printed materials will not be provided on-site.
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Video On Demand (VOD): For those unable to attend, the event will be recorded and made available on Video On Demand (VOD) approximately 5 days after the event. This ensures you can access the content at your convenience.