In this engaging episode of the NewLaw Podcast for Entrepreneurial Lawyers, Ali Katz interviews Trish Butcher, a former gym owner turned successful estate planning attorney, about her transformative journey turning her law practice into a business she loves. 

Trish shares the pivotal moments and strategic decisions that led her to grow from working out of her home to owning a 5,000-square-foot law office building, all within just four years. Join Ali and Trish as they explore how setting strategic priorities and leveraging available resources can turn a simple law practice into a thriving, community-centered business.

Trish's inspiring story highlights the importance of investing in proper resources, both in technology and community building, to achieve rapid and sustainable growth. She candidly discusses the challenges of starting fresh in a new legal field and the smart investments that paid off massively, including joining New Law Business Model and becoming a Personal Family Lawyer firm leader right before the pandemic and shortcutting her learning and not reinventing the wheel, as a result. .

Key Takeaways:

• Networking is Crucial: Focusing on community engagement and building relationships is essential for growing your law practice, especially in the initial stages.
• Invest in Learning and Support: Allocating resources to educate yourself and leverage external supports such as automation systems can free up time for more critical tasks.
• Delegate and Automate: Utilizing automation systems for follow-ups and scheduling lets you focus on client interactions and substantive legal work.
• Timing and Adaptation: Making strategic decisions and being adaptable, such as transitioning to estate planning during the COVID pandemic, can create significant opportunities for growth.
• Building a Sustainable Business: From starting in a home office to owning a full-fledged practice, Trish’s story underscores the long-term benefits of investing wisely in your business infrastructure.