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What I learned running a law firm as junior lawyer

Dec 3, 2024
47:29

Caralee Fontenele shares her incredible journey from starting law school in her 30s to taking over a law firm with significant debt and transforming it into a thriving seven-figure practice. Her story highlights determination, smart decision-making, and a passion for helping other law firm owners grow their businesses while avoiding burnout.


We cover:

  • How she balanced studying law, raising three children, and working full-time
  • The challenges and strategies behind turning a struggling law firm into a profitable business
  • The importance of niching down and building brand authority in a competitive legal market
  • Smart hiring practices, systematization, and empowering teams to achieve scalability
  • Building Scalable Law, a program that helps law firm owners grow their practices with confidence

Whether you’re a junior lawyer with entrepreneurial aspirations or a seasoned firm owner seeking fresh ideas, Caralee’s insights provide a practical blueprint for balancing business success and personal well-being.


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This episode is sponsored by VXT, the phone system built for law firms.


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