
Smart Lawyers Position to Transition
Status Quo or Scale: Clarifying Your Vision When Buying a Law Firm
Before you buy a law firm, there's one critical question you need to answer: Are you buying to maintain the status quo, or are you buying to scale?
That decision will shape everything—from the kind of firm you target to your day-to-day involvement, return on investment, and long-term strategy. In this episode, Victoria Collier digs into the mindset and math behind these two paths. Whether you're dreaming of passive income or building an empire, Victoria walks you through the clarity every buyer needs before making the leap.
Plus, hear a behind-the-scenes look at Victoria’s personal approach to firm acquisition and how your life vision should influence your business moves.
Key Takeaways
1. Why knowing your true intent—status quo or scale—is foundational to making a smart acquisition. 2. The power of aligning your business strategy with your desired lifestyle, not just your financial goals. 3. A real-world breakdown of ROI when buying a firm, and how it compares to more traditional investments.
Victoria Collier is a seasoned attorney, entrepreneur, and expert in law firm sales and valuations. With a background in law and accounting, including her prior military service and CPA training, she brings a unique perspective on the financial intricacies of business valuations. Victoria helps transform law firms into more valuable and sellable businesses, guiding attorneys through life after law.
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