Deirdre Nero: The Ceiling Every Solo Lawyer Hits

In this episode, Steve Fretzin and Deirdre Nero discuss:

• Action can precede clarity
• Growth requires delegation, not endurance
• Authenticity strengthens leadership and trust
• Expertise must be valued to be sustainable

Key Takeaways:

• Starting a firm without certainty can still create momentum and direction. Waiting for perfect readiness delays growth more than risk does.
• Handling every task personally creates a hard ceiling on scale and sustainability. Hiring support is the necessary step to move beyond survival mode.
• Hiding core aspects of identity fractures credibility and connection. Openness creates deeper trust, healing, and stronger professional relationships.
• Giving away high-level knowledge undermines both business viability and professional worth. Confident pricing is essential for long-term independence and freedom.

"I think honestly that was probably the biggest crime I committed in my firm… trying to do it all myself." —  Deirdre Nero

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About Deirdre Nero: Deirdre D. Nero is the founder of NERO Immigration Law, which she established in 2009 after practicing for several years at large domestic and international law firms. She previously led the immigration practice of a major international firm’s Coral Gables office and has deep experience advising individuals and small to mid-sized companies.

Her practice focuses on business and family immigration, including employment-based immigrant and nonimmigrant visas, PERM labor certifications, and naturalization. Deirdre represents clients nationwide and around the world, working closely with them to execute immigration strategies before U.S. immigration agencies.

Fluent in Spanish and certified at the highest level by the Spanish government, Deirdre is a passionate advocate for immigration reform. She frequently lectures and writes on immigration topics and has lived, studied, and worked in Spain, where she completed legal internships and comparative law research.

Connect with Deirdre Nero:  

Website: https://neroimmigration.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deirdrenero/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/neroimmigration

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