Protégé: Everything you need to know to start your own law firm

With many feeling lost and overwhelmed when starting their own law firm, one young lawyer who has navigated these challenges covers key steps to launch and manage your own legal practice with clarity and confidence.

In this episode of The Protégé Podcast, host Grace Robbie speaks with Ahmad Faraj, the principal and senior lawyer at Faraj Defence Lawyers, delving into what inspired him to take the leap and start his own law firm. He shares the surprises and challenges he encountered in his journey, highlights the scarcity of resources available to guide aspiring law firm founders through this daunting process, and outlines four essential steps you need to complete before launching your practice.

Faraj also offers guidance on choosing the right business model and area of specialisation, shares how lawyers can navigate conflicts with former firms concerning non-compete agreements and client transitions, as well as how to overcome the challenges of juggling the many roles a law firm owner must take on. He also discusses practical tips on landing your first client and building a sustainable client base, highlights the necessity of establishing a consistent digital presence across all platforms, and shares critical advice he wishes he had received early on.